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
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
The next MSU Talks will take place at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 17 in Karls Hall Room 101. The event will explore the topic Guns on Campus as it relates to this year's public affairs theme, "Building Healthy Communities: Body-Mind-Spirit." How the forum works Students will present arguments for and against and audience members are encouraged to ask questions and join the discussion. … [Read more...] about Students debate guns on campus in Feb. 17 forum
Communication department instructor Heather Walters was presented two awards at the 2015 National Speech and Debate Association Leadership Awards Banquet in Dallas, Texas, last June, for her coaching efforts with the Greenwood Laboratory School debate team. Awards earned for successful leadership, recruitment efforts Walters, also assistant director of MSU’s debate team, … [Read more...] about Communication instructor awarded for debate team leadership