For many of you, you are either returning to university or starting university in what are very exceptional circumstances. This fall will likely be a time of new experiences and challenges for all of us, but just as the university calendar starts anew, it is also time to consider new hobbies and activities to bring the spice of student life! With Aalto Debating Society, we are very excited to have you join us at Newcomer’s Evening, as well as our other debating events this fall!
WHAT IS DEBATE?
Many formats of debating exist, but the format utilized by Aalto Debating Society is British Parliamentary debate. In this style, four teams each consisting of two speakers, give 7-minute speeches according to their given side on a motion or a topic. Debates are adjudicated by a judge, who judges speeches in accordance with the level of persuasiveness and the arguments within speeches.
WHY DEBATE?
Debating is an engaging hobby that allows you to develop your speaking and persuasion skills, visit tournaments around the world (or online), as well as learning new perspectives and making new friends. It is an activity that allows you to develop your skills in a social environment, with post-debate socials being as important as the debates themselves.
WHO ARE WE?
We are Aalto Debating Society, a student society within KY and AYY dedicated to fostering the hobby of British Parliamentary debate among Aalto students. We organize debates every Thursday, where anyone is welcome to join us, regardless of their experience level!
WHERE CAN YOU FIND OUT MORE?
Newcomer’s Evening is the event to learn even more about debating, as well as meet the boards of Aalto Debating Society and Helsinki Debating Society. The event will be held online.
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