The debate team had another fantastic year with a number of notable accomplishments. Representation in the National Debate Tournament In March, Brendan Brower and Clayton Russo qualified for the 2017 National Debate Tournament at the University of Kansas. According to debate advisor Dr. Eric Morris, "It is challenging to qualify, and they qualified on the basis of their … [Read more...] about A great year for Missouri State Debate
On Tuesday, Sept. 13, the Missouri State debate team will host an open-forum MSU Talks debate on whether the U.S. should keep its two-party system or explore expanding into multiple parties. The debate is part of MSU's Public Affairs Week. Once the debaters present their arguments, attendees are encouraged to participate in the discussion by sharing their ideas and … [Read more...] about MSU Talks hosts debate on two-party system
Missouri State's debate team won third place at the National Forensic Association's National Championship Tournament last month. Students earn individual awards Other awards included: Joe Hamaker, 4th place in the nation, Lincoln-Douglas Debate Brenden Brower Freeman, National speaker award, 5th place in the nation David Rabbitt, Quarter finalist Clayton Russo, … [Read more...] about Debate Bears win 3rd place at national tournament
The fifth reunion for the Spicer Debate Forum will be celebrated with a series of events May 13 and 14. Participants will be able to visit with past and present coaches, meet current team members and mingle with former teammates. Schedule of events Friday, May 13 6 p.m. Welcome reception with past and present debate coaches Home of Don and Vicki Stanton in Nixa. … [Read more...] about Reunion to bring current and former MSU debaters together
Drs Eric Morris and Elizabeth Dudash-Buskirk will revive Missouri State's public discourse forum MSUTalks! during this year's Public Affairs Week in September. The communication professors will lead the Sept. 16 discussion on the question, "What defines a healthy community?" It is the first in a series of audience-participation debates slated for campus this year. Debates … [Read more...] about MSUTalks! forum encourages audience to participate in debate