Public Speaking (10th Edition) – Beebe/Beebe – PDF

About The Author

Steven A. Beebe

Dr. Steven A. Beebe is Regents’ and University Distinguished Professor of Communication Studies at Texas State University. He served as Chair of the Department of Communication Studies for over 27 years and as Associate Dean of the College of Fine Arts and Communication for over 23 years. Dr. Beebe is a co-author or author of 12 books (with multiple editions totaling more than 70), more than 50 articles and ebook chapters, as well as over 150 presentations and papers at professional conferences. Steven’s communication books have been used at hundreds of universities and colleges throughout the world, making him one of the top communication textbook authors in the United States. Steve served as President of the National Communication Association (NCA), the largest professional communication association in the world, in 2013.

Susan J. Beebe

Professor Susan J. Beebe’s professional expertise and interests encompass both written and oral communication. Susan (Sue) has co-authored 3 books and has published a number of teaching materials and articles in both English and communication studies. She has received the Texas State University Presidential Awards for Excellence in Teaching and in Service and the College of Liberal Arts Awards for Excellence in Creative Activities, in Teaching, and in Service. After serving as Director of Lower-Division Studies in English for over 11 years, Ms. Beebe retired in 2014 from the Department of English at Texas State. In 1993 Sue was named the statewide Friend of Education by the Texas Classroom Teachers’ Association; in 2000 the San Marcos school district presented her with its Lifetime Achievement Award.