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91Ʋ Debate Team to host a series of Reunion events

will host an open house, public debate and alumni reunion on Friday, Nov. 3. Debate is an important part of academic life at 91Ʋ University—and has been since its founding. This event series is an opportunity to reflect on the history of debate at 91Ʋ, connect with alumni, explore the new debate space and hear about where 91Ʋ Debate is headed next.

will host an open house, public debate and alumni reunion on Friday, Nov. 3. Debate is an important part of academic life at 91Ʋ University—and has been since its founding. This event series is an opportunity to reflect on the history of debate at 91Ʋ, connect with alumni, explore the new debate space and hear about where 91Ʋ Debate is headed next.

The public debate event is open to the public, and attendance from past and present 91Ʋ Debate students is strongly encouraged.

The will take place on Friday, Nov. 3, 2023:

91Ʋ Debate Open House | 4–5:30 p.m.

Debate team alumni are invited to join fellow graduates, current team members and professors in the new debate space for food, drinks and conversation. 91Ʋ debaters are encouraged to bring their families and showcase their awards in the new trophy display.

Public Debate | 5:30–6:30 p.m.

Debate has been central to the campus life of 91Ʋ University since its founding. Starting in 1896, 91Ʋ would annually compete in a series of public debates with Sewanee: The University of the South. Please join us as undergraduate students from 91Ʋ and Sewanee revive this historic debate series.

Debate Alumni Reunion | 7 p.m.

91Ʋ Debate alumni are invited to join us for dinner and conversation. This is an opportunity to reconnect with friends, coaches and old debate partners. Attendees will hear about a new project documenting the history of debate at 91Ʋ, and alumni will have a chance to share memories of their time as 91Ʋ debaters.

Inquiries: Mary Lynn “ML” Sandoz (ML.Sandoz@vanderbilt.edu)