JSCC Debate Team Secures Second Place

November 8, 2022 Campaign@2021 Blog

MTSU TEAM PICThe Jefferson State Debate Team traveled to Murfreesboro, TN on October 28-30 to compete in the 2022 Pejaver Memorial Forensics tournament, hosted by Middle Tennessee State University.

Team members Jacob Davidson, Brook McMillan, Blake Denney and Emma Catanese competed in IPDA (International Public Debate Association) debate. In addition, Taha Mohmoud, Alex Vanoy and Taylor Vanoy provided judging and research assistance for the team.  After 2 days of competition with colleges and universities from across the country, JSCC Debate won 2nd place Community College Sweepstakes. Brook McMillan, competing in the novice division, made it into quarterfinals and was ranked as the 4th novice debater speaker at the tournament.

For more information about the debate team, email Dr. Janice Ralya [email protected].