Speaking Engagement

Speaking Engagement

Discovering What Community Really Means to Alumni

Too often, when our own institution’s engagement efforts fizzle after an initial burst, we look outward for other ideas.

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Kristin Hanson
Aug 11, 2026
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“Inconceivable!”

If you’ve seen The Princess Bride, this rings bells for you. If you haven’t here’s some context: One of the characters, a gangster named Vizzini, uses (er, misuses) the word repeatedly the Dread Pirate Roberts overcomes challenge after challenge to try to rescue the titular princess, whom Vizzini has kidnapped. Another character—his coll…

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Professional writer. Amateur adult. | Principal, Kristin Hanson Writes LLC | Contributing editor, Speaking Engagement | Author of "Mortimer the Terrier's Second Chance: A Self-Esteem Book for Kids" | Mom of 2 under 7
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