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Current Executive Team:
Current Executive Team:
Jordanna Cryne
Jordanna Cryne
President
I have always enjoyed talking to people. Social interactions have always been something I wanted to participate in; however, in recent years, I have found transitions to new topics much more difficult. In joining Toastmasters, I am learning through practice how I can make my conversations smoother.
Ammar Al-Aghbari
Ammar Al-Aghbari
VP Education
TBA
Zainab Abidi
Zainab Abidi
VP Membership
The use of speech throughout human history, whether by heroic revolutionaries or tyrannical dictators, has fascinated me since childhood. A person's voice is a powerful instrument - an incredibly influential medium of communication that can be mastered by anyone willing to refine their speaking skills. This club helps achieve that by developing public speaking and leadership abilities in its members, playing a major role in shaping future leaders who are unafraid to voice their opinions in any corner of the globe.
Sirisawat Rujipasanun
Sirisawat Rujipasanun
Social Media Coordinator
TBA
Bren Cordova
Bren Cordova
Secretary
I’ve always been nervous about answering questions in class, let alone delivering a speech to a crowd. I avoided public speaking for so long until I realized that I owed myself the chance to try and find out! In this process, I recognized that it’s a gift to make an impact in other people’s lives through this act —public speaking.
Navdeep Badhan
Navdeep Badhan
Treasurer, former President
Current Biochemistry Honours Student at the UofA
I remember when I was really young, public speaking was my biggest fear. I thought I would never overcome this fear; it was such a frightening experience! As I entered university, Toastmasters was a fabulous organization that I joined where I could practice speaking in a welcoming and non-judgmental environment. One of the amazing things about Toastmasters is that all club members grow as confident speakers with the help of each other through constructive feedback. I really look forward to working with fellow peers at our club meetings!
Current Members:
Current Members:
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Past Executive Team:
Past Executive Team:
Ben Tam
Ben Tam
Former VP of PR
Post-pandemic, I wasn't able to find my social skills or my voice until Toastmasters, as cheesy as that sounds! It's given me a place where I can be myself while also challenging myself to reach new heights.
Rosalind Carmichael-Hauer
Rosalind Carmichael-Hauer
Treasurer/ VP Membership
Joining the Toastmasters club has helped me to improve my public speaking skills and I've gained confidence with frequent practice. I've also learned a lot from hearing others speak during meetings.
Deepan Hazra
Deepan Hazra
Former VP Public Relations
Former VP Public Relations
Current Medical Student at the UofA
Current Medical Student at the UofA
Hi! My name is Deepan Hazra and I am a proud alumni of the UofA Toastmasters Club! I was VP Public Relations during which time I enjoyed organizing various public speaking workshops and contests and even a collaboration with the University of Alberta Speech and Debate Society. Being part of Toastmasters has helped me meet like-minded people who were motivated to improve their public speaking skills, even when it might initially feel daunting.
Hi! My name is Deepan Hazra and I am a proud alumni of the UofA Toastmasters Club! I was VP Public Relations during which time I enjoyed organizing various public speaking workshops and contests and even a collaboration with the University of Alberta Speech and Debate Society. Being part of Toastmasters has helped me meet like-minded people who were motivated to improve their public speaking skills, even when it might initially feel daunting.
It was definitely a bonding experience being vulnerable in front of the club members and feeling so supported by them. I feel much more confident with putting myself in roles, small or large, that require public speaking and have also made many lifelong friends through the process, including my wife whom I met in my first year at UofA Toastmasters! I can’t recommend this club enough and what it’s done for me! Happy Public Speaking!
It was definitely a bonding experience being vulnerable in front of the club members and feeling so supported by them. I feel much more confident with putting myself in roles, small or large, that require public speaking and have also made many lifelong friends through the process, including my wife whom I met in my first year at UofA Toastmasters! I can’t recommend this club enough and what it’s done for me! Happy Public Speaking!
Aparna Singh
Aparna Singh
Former Secretary, VP Public Relations, President
Former Secretary, VP Public Relations, President
Current Advisor at Deloitte Consulting
Toastmasters has helped me in countless ways! It gave me an inclusive, encouraging and incredibly positive environment to work on my public speaking and leadership skills. My biggest tip to newcomers would be doing as many table topics as they possibly can, they help you get good at communicating your thoughts in a succinct, engaging and structured manner and that is truly a very valuable skill in public speaking.
Joey Hoekstra
Joey Hoekstra
Former Sergeant of Arms
As someone who has struggled with social anxiety my whole life, Toastmasters has given me a safe, embracing space to practice and improve critical social skills. To anyone on the fence about joining, I recommend you take the plunge and see where Toastmasters can take you!
Molly Xie
Molly Xie
Former Directorship
"I joined Toastmasters hoping to alleviate some social anxiety and improve my public speaking skills. The environment here is so supportive and welcoming, it really motivates me to step outside of my comfort zone! Toastmasters provides me a safe space to improve my confidence and grow."
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