Description of the workshop
Facts inform, but stories connect. Research shows that stories are remembered up to twenty times better than data alone. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to use storytelling techniques to make your research more relatable, memorable, and impactful, whether you are giving a talk, writing a text or pitching your ideas.
You’ll discover how to find the story within your research, build a clear and engaging narrative, and bring it to life with emotion, structure, and authenticity. The goal: to inspire your audience and give your science the reach it deserves.
In this workshop, you will learn:
- Why storytelling makes science more powerful and memorable
- How to structure your story clearly
- How to bring a personal essay or a science story
- How to add emotion and imagery without losing scientific accuracy
- How to present your story convincingly and connect with your audience
- How to strategically use storytelling in talks, papers, and communication with diverse stakeholders
Preparation
Before the workshop, participants:
- Watch a short online video course on pitching their research and write a short pitch about their research and send it in advance. (estimated preparation time: 30 minutes)
- Share questions or challenges they want to address during the session.
Practical information
Date:
Course HC01: 4 December 2025 | 9h30 - 16h30 | Campus Middelheim - Building A - Room A.301 |
Language:
English
Teacher:
Toon Verlinden (The Floor is Yours)
Docop points:
0,6
Registration:
Via Sisa Self Service. Log in with your student account. Registration is possible as from 22 October 2025 and after you've been (re-)enrolled as a PhD student for 2025-2026.