Mizzou Debate and Forensics

Collegiate debate program

University of Missouri

• University of Missouri — Columbia campus · Columbia, MO

Activity: Active

Mizzou reports tournament results from the Bob R. Derryberry Forensics Classic held September 25–26, 2026.

Season 2026-2027. Evidence dated 2026-09-26. Verified 2026-11-03.

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How the program debates

The University of Missouri group combines competitive speech and debate with travel and service opportunities. Its debate program offers IPDA, Team IPDA, and Lincoln-Douglas, and most members choose IPDA. New students can join through the university’s official student-organization portal.

At the September 2026 Bob R. Derryberry Forensics Classic, Mizzou finished first in debate sweepstakes and novice IPDA competitors shared the championship.

Debate formats

• IPDA public debateSource

Circuits and associations

• International Public Debate Association · Documented participation · 2026-2027SourceSource

Joining and participation

How to join

Students can join Mizzou Debate and Forensics through the University of Missouri Engage group portal. The team offers IPDA, Team IPDA, and Lincoln-Douglas debate, with IPDA the most common choice among members.SourceSource

History and achievements

• 2026 · Bob R. Derryberry Forensics Classic

  Placed first in debate sweepstakes at the Bob R. Derryberry Forensics Classic.

  IPDA public debate

  Source

Historical connections and results describe the named program and season. Contact the program for current participation details.