Chicago Debate Society
The University of Chicago’s official parliamentary debate team.
Collegiate debate club
University of Chicago
- University of Chicago — Chicago · Chicago, IL
Activity: Active
APDA records participation at its April 24, 2026 national tournament.
Season 2025-2026. Evidence dated 2026-04-24. Verified 2026-11-02.
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The society represents the University of Chicago in parliamentary debate. Its joining page welcomes students without prior experience, and APDA records its participation at the April 2026 national tournament.
Debate formats
Not documented.
Circuits and associations
- American Parliamentary Debate Association · Documented participation · 2025-2026Source
Joining and participation
- Novice participation
- All experience levels are welcome; the society does not use selective cuts.Source
- How to join
- Use the interest form linked from the official joining page to receive club updates.Source
History and achievements
2026 · APDA Nationals
Semifinalist at APDA Nationals.
American parliamentary
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Sources and verification
- Chicago Debate Society — official program evidence
Checked 2026-11-02
- Official institution website and campus information
Checked 2026-11-02
- APDA 2026 national tournament results
Checked 2026-11-02
- Chicago Debate Society — joining
Checked 2026-11-02
Historical connections and results describe the named program and season. Contact the program for current participation details.
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