Club Purpose Statement
The Biosciences Toastmasters Club provides a comfortable environment for scientists and other professionals to practice speaking and leadership skills, an area of development often overlooked in specialized higher education.
Membership
Open to all. In-person meetings will return to the University of Arizona Health Sciences campus when it is safe to do so.
Intended Target Audience
University of Arizona faculty, staff, undergraduate and graduate students, postdocs, Banner employees, and community members interested in science
Regular Meeting Dates and Time
Wednesdays, 12-1 p.m.
Check club website for calendar and contact information to request Zoom link
Current Officers
(Effective July 2022)
President: Sarah Roberts, PI1
VP Education: Susan J. Miller, DTM
VP Membership: Jennifer De La Rosa
VP Public Relations: Anna C. Christensen, ACG
Treasurer: Susan J. Miller, DTM
Secretary: Sri Harsha Vishwanath
Sergeant at Arms: Michele Cosi
Immediate Past President: Susan J. Miller, DTM
Date Club Chartered
Charted as Women of Biosciences on June 30, 2009 but officially changed name to Biosciences in 2012
District Affiliation
District 3, P2
Active Members
20
Active Mentor Program
VP of Education finds current members to mentor incoming new members if a new member wants one
Club Sponsored
No
Club Fees (Not TM International Fees)
no additional club fees
Biosciences Toastmasters Diversity Statement
Biosciences Toastmasters strives to nurture a culture of inclusivity and diversity. While we cater to scientists and science lovers, we take pride in our club’s diverse membership across lines of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, religious views, and any other differences. To maintain an atmosphere in which members can gain the confidence to be vulnerable and expand their boundaries, Biosciences Toastmasters expects members and guests to be mindful of this diversity, using good judgment and sensitivity when selecting speech topics, content, and language.
Contact Info
Interested in joining? Visit the club website and click on the 'Contact Us' webform.