The "Eyes" have it at EVIT!

Cosmetology students at East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) learned that they could be judged in just three seconds without even opening their mouths! Angela Johnson, guest speaker from the Fashion Institute of Design Merchandising (FIDM), demonstrated the power of non-verbal communication skills.

The animated, informative speaker focused on the importance of facial expressions, eye contact, gestures, body language, proxemics (space), haptics (touch), paralanguage and appearances.

Cosmetology instructor, Pam Devine, said the presentation enhances the curriculum in the areas of employability as well as learning to work with others and other cultures. As Cosmetologists, they will work with all members of the community. Today they learned that their non-verbal communication skills are just as important as their verbal skills.