College Speech Testimonials

“John was able to help ASU students see how being involved beyond the classroom pays big dividends through his personal experience.  He was able to make the connection for our students that while the future may be very mysterious and daunting, with some focus, initiative, and discipline, success for every student is an easily accessible and achievable goal. I am definitely going to pass his name on to other groups as more students near to hear his message!”  
Michael Vreeland, Campus Activities Coordinator, Arizona State University

"High school students, university students, parents and community leaders are still talking about John's speech! As one community leader put it, John created 'an exceptional learning event." Student survey forms used "amazing", "very motivational", "inspiring", "down-to-earth," and "simply put…effective" to describe him. We have never had such a well received message from such an amazing speaker! This is the kind of talk every university student should hear at least once."
Scott Moros, President, McMaster University Commerce Society

“I strongly believe that every community college student would greatly benefit from John’s presentation! His personal story, enthusiasm, and advice really resonated with our students! Community college students face many obstacles. John made what so many find complex very simple. Several students stopped to thank me for inviting him to our campus and Faculty also heard from students who went back to their classes and talked about the impact John made in their decision to be successful in life. I highly recommend him!”
Ms. Alketa Wojcik, Associate Dean – Student Services, Mira Costa College


“The SDSU Associated Students CASE Board (Cultural Arts & Special Events) was pleased to host John Jell on October 1st, 2008. CASE truly feels that John Jell’s message should be a staple throughout the college environment/community. His lecture was boundless and beyond motivating. CASE is looking forward to working with Mr. Jell in future endeavors and we hope that we can help to spread his powerful message to all college students!” 
Amber Alix, Cultural Arts and Special Events Chair (CASE) and San Diego State University Student

“As the AS Programs Coordinator and CASE Advisor for SDSU, I can not say enough about John Jell and his empowering message. He was incredible to work with on a professional level and given the feedback I received from my students, I truly believe he touched the hearts and minds of those that were able to participate in this wonderful event. John Jell’s message transcends traditional lectures, giving students a firm sense of reality while arousing each student’s ability to control their own destiny.”
Jamie Lynn Cochran, Programs Coordinator, Associated Students – San Diego State University