Interlake Speech & Debate

Engage in partner-based, structured argumentation that delves into political and philosophical realms through Policy debate. Immerse yourself in year-long resolutions, honing your skills in analytical discourse.

Public Forum debate is partner-based, and engages in structured arguments unraveling social, economic, and political issues. Delve into topics shifting every 1-2 months, cultivating persuasive skills through informed discourse and teamwork

Lincoln Douglas is a platform for structured, individual, and philosophical argumentation. Engage with three thought-provoking topics annually, honing your skills in thoughtful discourse and critical thinking.

Interpretive events transform literature into compelling performances through vocal and physical characterization. Select, cut, and bring to life published works across multiple genres, developing emotional depth and storytelling abilities while mastering the art of character portrayal without props or costumes.

• Humorous Interpretation (HI)

• Dramatic Interpretation (DI)

• Duo Interpretation (DUO)

• Program of Oral Interpretation (POI)

Platform events showcase original, research-based oratory on topics of significance. Craft and deliver persuasive, informative, or commemorative speeches with well-structured arguments, evidence, and rhetorical techniques, developing public speaking confidence and the ability to educate and move audiences through polished presentation.

• Informative Speaking (INFO)

• Original Oratory (OO)

Unprep events challenge your ability to analyze and articulate ideas with limited preparation time. Develop critical thinking, research organization, and extemporaneous speaking skills as you craft coherent arguments in response to current event topics or impromptu prompts, building adaptability and quick thinking under pressure.

• Extemporaneous Speaking (EXT)

• International Extemp (IX)

• Domestic Extemp (DX)

• Impromptu Speaking (IMP)

• Spontaneous Argumentation (SPAR)