J.A.M: Just A Minute

Overview J.A.M. (Just A Minute) is a fast-paced public speaking competition testing spontaneity, fluency, presence of mind, and communication skills. The theme is "Think Fast, Speak Smart." Participants will speak impromptu on randomly assigned topics for one minute. General Rules & Regulations Individual participation only Open to registered fest participants. Each participant will receive a random topic immediately before their turn. Participants must speak continuously for 60 seconds while maintaining relevance and fluency. Valid interruptions may be made only for violations such as hesitation, repetition, or deviation from the topic. If an interruption is declared valid, the interrupter takes over the topic for the remaining time. Invalid interruptions will result in a penalty to the interrupter. Offensive, discriminatory, or inappropriate language is prohibited. Judges’ decision shall be final and binding. Competition Structure Each participant gets 1 minute (60 seconds) per topic. A new topic will be assigned in each subsequent round. Approximately 5 participants will qualify for the final round. Participants should avoid hesitation, unnecessary repetition, and deviation from the assigned topic. Additional Guidelines Only one entry per participant is permitted. Participants must report before the scheduled event time. All instructions given by judges and organizers must be followed. Repeated rule violations, disruptive behavior, unsportsmanlike conduct, or failure to follow instructions may result in disqualification.