University of Arkansas Speech and Debate Society

Collegiate debate program

University of Arkansas

• University of Arkansas — Fayetteville campus · Fayetteville, AR

Activity: Active

University of Arkansas Speech and Debate Society 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.

Also known as University of Arkansas Speech and Debate Society.

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How the program debates

The University of Arkansas Speech and Debate Society combines collegiate competition with opportunities for students to develop research, argumentation, and public speaking. The team competes in the International Public Debate Association (IPDA); in 2026, Arkansas placed second in the IPDA Scholastic Sweepstakes. The official team site provides current prospective-member and contact information.

Debate formats

• IPDA public debateSourceSource

Circuits and associations

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

Joining and participation

How to join

The team invites new students to participate. Use its official site for current membership and practice information.Source

History and achievements

• 2026 · IPDA Scholastic Sweepstakes

  Arkansas placed second in the 2026 IPDA Scholastic Sweepstakes.

  IPDA public debate

  Source

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