Loyola University Chicago

Loyola University Chicago Debate Team

Fall 2009

Founded in 1875, the debate team is the oldest student organization on campus. The team is open to all undergraduates.

Memberships: NPDA
Style: Parliamentary and Lincoln-Douglas

Although we are a parliamentary team we invite students with no experience or experience in other styles of debate to join us. Students from a variety of styles have been successful in our program.  

Tournament Schedule:
The team normally attends 3-4 tournaments per semester.  Loyola hosts a tournament each October at the Water Tower Campus. In 2007 Loyola will host its the annual tournament in December at the Lake Shore Campus. The director attempts to give all interested students an opportunity to compete at this event.

Meetings: Fridays - Business Meeting 4p.m. in Rm. 001 School of Communication, 51 E. Pearson; 312-919-6919

Practice Schedule:
The team often meets on weekends and evenings. Debaters will be notified of specific dates and time via e-mail and during the business meetings.

Individual Meetings:
Those seeking direction can schedule meetings with the coach (the coach enjoys discussing arguments over lunch).

Travel:
All travel decisions are determined by the Director. Students who attend meetings regularly, complete research assignments on time, and participate in practice rounds increase the possibility of being selected for travel. All students are expected to follow the rules expressed by the Director and those outlined in the Student Handbook.

*Congratulation to Alison Rane and Audrey Anderson who have been invited to participate in the round robin tournament!

Urban Debate League:
Loyola is committed to the support of the Urban Debate League of Chicago. Debaters often serve as critics/mentors for the UDL.

For more information about Loyola's Debate Program please contact:
David Romanelli, Debate Coach
School of Communication
Lewis Towers 902
312-915-6919 
dromane@luc.edu