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Our Club
Club Meetings
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 3:30-5:30pm | Interlake Library
The Interlake Speech and Debate is a student-run club that provides a platform for members to develop critical thinking, public speaking, and research skills. We focus on creating a safe and positive community where members can learn to think quickly on their feet, while also having fun.
Our club has grown to be one of the biggest and most successful in the state. We invite you to join us and push your boundaries to become the best version of yourself!
Engaging in speech and debate activities enhances critical thinking, boosts confidence, improves communication skills, and fosters teamwork. Through structured practice and guidance, members learn to express themselves clearly, think on their feet, and become persuasive speakers.
Debate
Policy (CX)
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 (PF)
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 (LD)
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.
Speech
Interpretive Events
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
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
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)
Why Debate?
Skills
Effective Communication
Speech and debate teaches students to express their ideas clearly, confidently, and persuasively—skills that are valuable in every part of life.
Public Speaking
From delivering informative speeches to persuasive talks, students gain experience speaking in front of audiences and handling nerves with poise.
Creativity & Competition
With a wide variety of event styles, students can find formats that match their strengths and passions.
Teamwork & Collaboration
While some events are individual, many rely on team prep, partner rounds, and club collaboration—helping students build leadership and cooperative skills.
Critical Thinking & Argumentation
Through research, analysis, and structured arguments, students learn to think critically, evaluate different perspectives, and build logical cases.
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