April 2017 |A monthly publication of the National Speech & Debate Association
Dear Student,
Don't miss how you can travel the world while you debate, opportunities to build your skills over the summer, big scholarships, and all the latest resources this month!
WHAT'S HAPPENING
Apply to Join the USA Debate Team »You can now apply to join the 2017-2018 USA Debate Team! Throughout the school year, members of the team will represent the United States as they compete in both domestic and international competitions. Click here to learn more or to apply. The first stage of the application process must be completed by June 1. If you have questions, please email us.
Summer LD and PF Topic Workshops »We are excited to announce this summer's Online Topic Workshops! Students competing in Lincoln-Douglas and Public Forum Debate can join us online to gear up for the September/October topics. This is a great way to refresh your skills as you prepare to re-enter the competitive season.
Public Forum Topic Workshop
August 12-13
Lincoln-Douglas Topic Workshop
August 19-20
This low cost, high value experience is being led by some of the best debate minds in the country. Plus, scholarships are available! Click here to learn more.
Debate to Win Big Scholarships » Do you have what it takes to win over an audience? Can you win an argument while making your opponent laugh? Could you be the next Great Communicator?
Show the country your debate skills and possibly win a trip to California and the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, where you will compete with other skilled debaters for a share of $40,000 in scholarships. Compete in one of the upcoming regional championships or in the nationwide online competition. In the end, there will be only one winner, and that person will be named the next Great Communicator. Sign up now!
ACCESS YOUR RESOURCES
Public Forum »Members can view the April Topic Analysis on the topic, Resolved: The United States ought to replace the Electoral College with a direct national popular vote. Resource Package subscribers can also take advantage of the April Advanced Evidence and the April Topic Webinar.
World Schools » Check out the April Motion Overview for members or take a deeper dive into prepared and impromptu motions with the Advanced Motion Overview for Resource Package subscribers!
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