WHO ARE WE
The Duke University Debating Society is a close-knit group of students bound by a common interest in argumentation and persuasion. Founded in 1897, it is one of the oldest groups on campus. We practice every Thursday at 8:00pm with optional practice rounds throughout the semester, and offer opportunities to travel and debate nearly every weekend.
We compete in British Parliamentary debate, a style with two proposition teams and two opposition teams. We regularly travel to tournaments held across the country and world. In previous years we’ve sent team members to India, Thailand, Greece, Turkey, Botswana, Mexico, the Philippines, and Germany. No prior knowledge or experience is required (some of our best team members had never debated before college!).
Joining Duke University Debating Society is joining a lively community of friends with whom you can travel, learn, and grow.
