Wyoming Speech and Debate

Wyoming Debate Union

The Wyoming Speech and Debate Team, otherwise known as UW Debate, is a co-curricular activity sponsored by the Department of Communication and Journalism and the College of Arts and Sciences. Participation is open to any undergraduate student. The team travels nationally to from fifteen to twenty intercollegiate tournaments each academic year. UW is a member of the Cross Examination Debate Association (CEDA), The National Debate Tournament (NDT), and the College Public Forum Debate League (CPFL). Team members compete in two-person debates in policy (NDT-CEDA) and public forum (CPFL) debate formats. The team also hosts on-campus events including public debates, intercollegiate tournaments, and high school and college summer workshops.

 

Interested in debating for Wyoming or have other questions about UW Debate? Email cojoofc@uwyo.edu

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History of Wyoming Debate

The University of Wyoming's Speech and Debate tradition began in 1912, with the formulation of a triangular debate league with teams in Colorado. The Pokes were the first regional team to successfully push for women’s inclusion in debate, and UW has maintained a strong national presence in intercollegiate debate for over 80 years.

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UW Debate Resources

UW Debate's blog Wyoming Debate Roundup is dedicated to providing quality debate content to Wyoming and Rocky Mountain area high school debaters. The Wyoming Forensics Institute is a summer debate camp open to all high school students throughout the country. Debaters of all skill levels are welcome.

Mission Statement

Academic Excellence

UW Debate holds that intercollegiate debate is a rewarding educational experience, enriched by competition and ethical conduct. To be eligible for team travel, the student must maintain a 2.5 grade point average. Course credit and scholarships are available for debate participation.

Tradition of Excellence