The Oregon Debate Institute is the nation’s premier public/parliamentary debate camp. ODI is an intensive two-week camp running July 27th through August 10th, and includes instruction for students of all experience levels ranging from those entering high school to seniors going on to college.
The camp focuses on deep theory and issues understanding, emphasizing both the rhetorical aspects of effective public debate as well as analytical skills needed to excel. The Oregon Debate Institute offers instruction recognized on a global level and is rapidly becoming one of the more notable institutes in the country.
Graduates of ODI have gone on to win state championships, major regional events, and TOC qualifying events. Two-time ODI participant and current U of O competitor Matt Gander recently qualified among the top 50 teams in the nation his freshman year in college and has attributed this success to his experiences at ODI. Matt is the first freshman from U of O to qualify for the NPTE, which the Ducks won in 2001.
Participants of the camp will receive detailed lectures on current events and debate strategy. We are proud of our student-teacher ratio, which rarely rises above 4-1, and the positive feedback our camp has earned. Campers will also enjoy campus tours; games of jeopardy, ultimate frisbee, and capture the flag; and a trip to the McKenzie River. The tournament includes two camp-wide debate competitions giving students the maximum opportunity to compete amongst their peers and even members of the U of O debate team.
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