Sitting through overly detailed, boring conference presentations inspired Scott St.George to do his part to teach students vital science communications skills. “Frustration was a big motivator,” said St. George, associate professor of geography at the University of Minnesota. “I was fortunate to have had mentors who excelled as communicators, so I knew there was a better way.” In 2012 Scott launched a seven-week graduate seminar titled The Art of Scientific Presentations where students learn...