UNB In-House Debate Tournament
Saturday, March 20th, 2010
On Saturday, March 20th, the Ludlow Debate Club and the UNB Debate Union are pleased to present the second annual UNB In-House Debate Tournament. This promises to be a great opportunity to build confidence, collaborate with different minds, challenge oneself, have fun and show off (just a little). No experience required; in fact, last year the Top Speaker award was won by a first time debater!
The tournament organizers are looking for participants and judges for the event, students and faculty welcome. Spectators are also welcome.
Details on the tournament are as follows:
- Date: March 20th
- Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m
- Location: Ludlow Hall
- Registration: $5 for debaters, free for judges - deadline to register is March 18th
- Lunch: Provided (for participants and judges - mention dietary any restrictions when registering). There will also be morning coffee and snacks
- How to Register: Email Laura Craig (y242l@unb.ca) or Jessica West (r0dwy@unb.ca ) before the end of the day March 18th - registration is by individuals, all rounds are paired randomly
- Judges: No experience required, we will provide a briefing and score guides
- Format: Rounds Canadian Parliamentary with 7 minute speeches and 3 minute rebuttals, then a final round between the top four speakers. Participants do not have to have prepared arguments. There will also be 2 rounds of impromptu speaking competitions. Participation in the impromptu speaking is optional - anyone can elect to participate in impromptu independent of participation as a debater.
Awards will be given in public speaking and debate.
If anyone has any questions, please contact tournament organizers, Laura Craig (y242l@unb.ca) or Jessica West (r0dwy@unb.ca).
