University Of Arizona Science and Technology Park, 9000 S. Rita Rd., Tucson, AZ 85744
Building 9040, Room 2216 [Map]


Every Tuesday
12:05 PM until 12:55 PM

In October 1924, a group assembled by Dr. Ralph C. Smedley met in the basement of the YMCA in Santa Ana, California,, forming a club “to afford practice and training in the art of public speaking and in presiding over meetings, and to promote sociability and good fellowship among its members.” The group took the name “Toastmasters.” Desert Stars is a local chapter of Toastmasters International.

Today, Toastmasters International is a non-profit organization which gives its members the opportunity to develop and improve their public speaking abilities through local club meetings, training seminars and speech contests. Toastmasters International includes more than 199,000 men and women in more than 9,300 clubs in more than 70 countries.

This isn't just for timid people! Everyone can polish up their speaking abilities. Just come to a meeting at no obligation to see how! Experienced professionals and beginning speakers alike can benefit from our practical, face-to-face learning program. Whether you're speaking to the board of directors, your customers, your co-workers or your kids, Desert Stars Toastmasters can help you do it better. You'll learn and practice in a friendly, comfortable environment with people who are there for the same reason you are—to become better communicators.

At Desert Stars Toastmasters, members learn by speaking to groups and working with others in a supportive environment. Our club is made up of 10 to 20 people who meet once a week over lunch hour. Each meeting gives everyone an opportunity to practice conducting meetings, giving impromptu speeches, presenting prepared speeches, and offering constructive evaluation.