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Our Program

Whitman Debate & Forensics relies heavily on the mentorship model. First, coaches teach students how to debate, be competitively successful, and make connections between debate and the classroom. Second, students mentor each other so new debaters don’t feel intimidated.

Interested in getting to know our team? Get to know them!

How to Join

Practice is held from August to about the middle of April. You can contact the Director of Debate & Forensics, Baker Weilert-Pekar at any time, 509-527-5742.  If you wish to participate in the upcoming season, contact him early in the fall semester.

Debate & Forensics Scholarship

Students who enjoy lively discussions are invited to apply for the Debate and Forensic Scholarship. This scholarship recognizes incoming students for their talent in debate, forensics, and related events including Mock Trial, Student Congress and Model United Nations—regardless of experience level. Learn how to apply.