Hi! We’re starting a Debate Club at Storrs and want to know what the demand for debate is like on campus. If you’re a UCONN undergrad student interested in joining the Debate Club in Fall 2025. We will offer opportunities for leadership, volunteering, and career development.
We’re interested in creating a sub-board for the competitive section in which there’s an opportunity for leadership. Members could even get volunteer hours for high school and middle school debate tournaments. Additionally, we can also host career development events for those interested in the political science/law field. (However, we are in no way looking for members based on their major or career interests, this club is open to all majors).
We’ll compete in state/national tournaments hosted by the American Parliamentary Debate Association and possibly engage in different styles of debate later such with Policy or Cross Examination styles. We would have a non-competitive section in which we’ll have fun (non-serious) debate games such as jubilee style, host debate tournaments with other campuses or even host a tournament within the university itself.
Let us know if you’re interested! Since this is a new club, we’re also open to new ideas and suggestions! If you have any questions about the different debate styles or specifics about the club, feel free to reach out at: uconndebaters@gmail.com. Debate Interest Form
For more information, contact: Maanya Pande at maanya.pande@uconn.edu