[dhitchco]

Freddy,
you'll do just fine.....just remember:

1) This is a "personal" experience, so make every point something that relates to YOU or your audience; not just facts & figures about FIRST

2) This is in front of your public speaking class; not the United nations. Therefore, the audience is your ALLY, not your enemy. Look everyone in the eye as you present. Don't stand stiffly behind a podiou; remember that you're EMOTIONAL about your role in FIRST.

3) For 8-10 minutes, you can get by with as few as 4 Powerpoint slides! Yes, if you've got more than 15 slides, it's way too much info. Be SURE to rehearse this in front of other people at least three times for timing. It will go by very quickly.

4) Don't "read" off your presentation slides, or don't use background PPT slides at all; use a cheat sheet on the front desk. Don't have loose stuff in your pockets and get rid of your cell phone during your presentation.

Have fun! But don't start-off by telling some lame joke.....you're not a professional stand-up......