national debate forum: lincoln douglas
In this one-on-one format, students debate a topic provided by the National Speech & Debate Association. Topics range from individual freedom versus the collective good to economic development versus environmental protection. Our camp will help students go from the research phase of case construction all the way through the actual debate presentation.
Our Lincoln Douglas Sessions are geared towards beginner and intermediate debaters. Students will build the fundamental skills sets needed for argumentation and to adapt to a variety of different styles.
TENTATIVE ONLINE DAILY SCHEDULE
10am-11:30am Morning Lab in Event Groups
11:30-12:30pm Event Skills Groups/Seminars/Performance Workshops
12:30-1:00pm Meal /Study Break
1:00-3:00pm Afternoon Lab in Event Groups
3:00-3:30pm Afternoon Study Break with Asynchronous Mini-Lecture Options
3:30-5:30pm Practice Debates/Coaching Sessions
5:30-6:00pm Lab Events
TENTATIVE IN PERSON DAILY SCHEDULE
7:30-9:00am Roll Call/Check-In Breakfast
8:45-9:00am Commuters Arrive and Check-In
9:00-11:30am Lab Event Groups/Lectures/Seminars
11:30-1:00pm Lunch
1:00-5:30pm Event Activities, Workshops, Office Hours, Practice Speeches/Debates
5:30-7:00pm Dinner and Residential Life Activities
7:00-9:00pm Evening Event Seminars and Practice Speeches/Debates
9:00-9:30pm Commuter Checkout and Residents Return to Dorm
9:30-11:30pm Residential Life Activities/Study Time
11:30pm Curfew in Rooms
Schedule and Calendar Notes:
July 14th is an arrival day and registration day, with an all camp meeting at 5pm, followed by dinner and camp opening events until 9:00pm. All campers should be on campus by 4:30pm on July 14th.
Week One campers depart on July 21st!
Free Day is July 21st! 2 week residents will have the option to go on walking tours in Boston led by staff from 9:30am until 6:30pm, go home if they live locally, or stay back on campus to rest and relax.