University Toastmasters of Dallas

University Toastmasters of Dallas (Club #992874) is the oldest Toastmasters club at the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), located in Richardson, TX. Part of Toastmasters International District 50, Division T, Area 65. The club helps UTD students and community members develop public speaking, communication, and leadership skills through a structured, self-paced educational program. Guests are always welcome with no pressure to participate until ready.

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Contact & location

800 W Campbell Rd, JSOM 2.102, University of Texas at Dallas, 75080

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gaurav.shekhar@utdallas.edu

Membership & sessions

Membership is open to all UTD students (and all interested parties per Toastmasters International listing). Toastmasters International dues are $60 USD per 6-month period (paid twice yearly in April and October), prorated at $10/month for mid-period joiners. A one-time new member fee of $25 USD applies to first-time Toastmasters members (effective October 1, 2025; previously $20 USD). Individual club dues may also apply — contact the club for specifics. Guests may attend meetings for free.

Services: Public speaking practice and coaching, Leadership development, Toastmasters Pathways educational program (self-paced learning paths), Table Topics (impromptu speaking exercises), Prepared speech delivery and evaluation, Peer feedback and mentoring, Speech contests (area, division, district levels), Mentor/Protégé program, Hybrid in-person and online meetings

Membership: 120 USD / yearly

Meeting schedule: Every Saturday, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (CT), in-person at JSOM 2.102, UTD campus, or online

Languages: English

Meeting formats: in-person, online

Additional information

Club number: 992874. District 50, Division T, Area 65. The club is the oldest Toastmasters club at UT Dallas. Online attendance is allowed. Contact: gaurav.shekhar@utdallas.edu.

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