Fellow Students,

I have raised the following matter with President Judith and at the Thursday gathering on 2 June. It is the growing tendency for members to make personal comments during presentations by our guest speakers. It was very noticeable during the talk given by Garry Clements from Consumer Affairs.

There is nothing wrong with asking questions during a lecture if the speaker has indicated this is acceptable, but personal comment interrupts the flow of the presentation and shows disrespect to our guest.

Consumer Affairs is a particular interest of mine and I had a number of questions to which I sought answers. Most of these were answered by Garry in his formal talk. However, I had no chance to ask the remaining ones due to the length of the session which was wrapped up very quickly.

Members, we invite guest speakers with particular knowledge so that we may be better informed. Most of us do not go to meetings to listen to personal homilies.

See Ash to get on the list for Tuesday’s 10 Minutes of Fame if you have a good yarn to tell.

Bill Kerr