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Union University Debate Team

Union University’s Debate Team competes in IPDA and has built a long-running record of team sweepstakes and national tournament titles.

Bell tower on the Union University campus in Jackson, Tennessee.

Collegiate debate program

Union University

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Union University Debate Team appears in the official 2026 IPDA National Championship entries; the completed event page dates the tournament April 10–13, 2026.

Season 2025-2026. Evidence dated 2026-04-13. Verified 2026-11-03.

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Also known as Union University Debate Team.

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How the program debates

Union University’s Debate Team competes in the International Public Debate Association. The university says the team began its competitive schedule in 2008 and has earned 10 team season-long sweepstakes awards and nine national tournament championships, along with regional and individual honors. The official team page connects prospective students with current program information.

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  • International Public Debate Association · Documented participation · 2025-2026SourceSource

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How to join
For current team membership and practice details, contact the Debate Team through its official university page.Source
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History and achievements

Since beginning its competitive schedule in 2008, Union reports 10 team season-long sweepstakes awards and nine national championship tournaments.Source

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