November 2024 (Rostrum – Alumni Angles) – “Speech and debate fundamentally changed my life. But I had that opportunity only because I went to a middle-class high school that offered the program. The Urban Debate Leagues are a recognition that many people don’t have the same opportunities in their schools. It is wonderful to see how participating in speech and debate can transform lives. If you want to stay involved, there are many ways to do so. Contribute money to groups like SVUDL. Volunteer to judge a tournament or to host a debate at your place of business.”
