FUNdamentals of Speech Contest for Masters

Date & Time
November 22, 2025
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
SWIC Southwestern Illinois College
4950 Maryville Rd
Granite City, IL 62040
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Join us for an energizing Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI) packed with officer training, speech-contest skill-building, networking, and holiday fun! Whether you’re a club officer, contest volunteer, contestant, or simply eager to grow your leadership and communication skills, this TLI has something for everyone.

πŸ“ Location

Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC)
4950 Maryville Rd., Granite City, IL 62040

πŸ•£ Schedule

πŸ•₯ Doors Open: 8:30 a.m.
πŸ•˜ Training Begins: 9:00 a.m. sharp

  • 9:00–9:55 β€” Officer Training
  • 10:00–12:00 β€” Speech Contest Training
  • 12:00–12:30 β€” Lunch
  • 12:30–2:00 β€” Holiday Party
  • 2:00–2:30 β€” DEC Meeting

πŸ“„ Program of Events:
https://midwestspeakers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/November-22-2025-3.pdf

πŸ’™ Giving Back

We are supporting two important initiatives during TLI:

SWIC Student Life Food Pantry – Bring donations to show appreciation for our host facility.

Prison Scholarship Fund – Help us reach our goal of $2,000 to support Alpha Toastmasters inmate members throughout 2026.

🎀 Special Highlight

We’re excited to share insights and inspiration from Dr. Jocelyn B. Tyson, the 2023 World Champion of Public Speaking (see Program p.4).

πŸŽ‰ Don’t Miss This!

Grow your skills, connect with fellow leaders, prepare for contest season, and celebrate the holidays with District 8.

We can’t wait to see you there!

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