The George Washington University Toastmasters Club is one of many chapters in the internationally renowned network of public speaking organizations known as Toastmasters International. We are in our fourth year at Foggy Bottom and are open to students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community members.

Toastmasters helps our members improve their public speaking and leadership skills to use in academic, professional, and personal settings. We meet on campus several times per month, providing members and guests with several opportunities to participate in meetings.

Our meetings generally are held on the first Tuesday, the second Wednesday, and the third Thursday of each month. During meeting, members and guests may deliver and receive feedback on impromptu and prepared speeches. For confirmed meeting dates and times please view the schedule.

Throughout the semester our club also hosts special meetings, such as club public speaking contests and sessions where guest speakers discuss topics related to communication or leadership.

Guests are welcome to attend and even participate in GWU Toastmasters meetings before committing to join. Club dues are $60 per year; new members are required to pay an additional $20 fee that covers introductory speech materials and a membership to Toastmasters International. Dues can be pro-rated for those who join Toastmasters after the beginning of the school year.

Toastmasters International is recognized by businesses and academic institutions worldwide and is a great résumé builder. Additionally, Toastmasters opens the door for members to begin their journey on the Toastmasters International Communication and Leadership tracks, which if completed, lead to the coveted Distinguished Toastmaster Award.

GWU Toastmasters is a great investment in your future and I look forward to seeing you at a Toastmasters meeting on campus!

Courtnay Oddman
President 2009-2010
GWU Toastmasters