Public Speaking and Debate
Spring 2026
Monday, January 26 – Friday, May 15, 2026
Format
Fixed-Pace Course
Prerequisites
None
Credit
Upper
Spring 2026
Monday, January 26 – Friday, May 15, 2026
Format
Fixed-Pace Course
Prerequisites
None
Credit
Upper
Spring 2026
Monday, January 26 – Friday, May 15, 2026
Format
Fixed-Pace Course
Prerequisites
None
Credit
Upper
This course empowers students to become confident communicators and critical thinkers. Through practical exercises, students will learn to craft persuasive messages, refine their delivery, and engage in structured debates on current topics. The curriculum emphasizes the fundamentals of speechwriting, argumentation, and active listening while fostering clarity, poise, and audience connection. By the end of the course, students will have the skills to present compelling ideas, respond thoughtfully to opposing viewpoints, and excel in any speaking or debate setting.