Join Colorado Christian University's Debate Team!
"Eloquent speech is not from lip to ear, but rather from heart to heart. "
-William Bryan, American politician and representative (1860-1925)
The CCU Speech & Debate team competes nationally against some of the best colleges and universities in the country. CCU competes in Parliamentary style debate (both American and World formats), which emphasizes argumentation, persuasion and communication qualities. CCU also offers a fully comprehensive program in individual events.
You could be a great fit for CCU's Debate Team if you:
- Earned a minimum cumulative high-school GPA of 3.5
- Are passionate about making a difference through persuasive speech
- Want to be a part of making history at our University
- Are curious about the world and different viewpoints on significant world issues
- Want to work hard, grow spiritually, and engage in the Christian community at CCU
- Are a highly motivated self-starter
- Have experience in forensics, speech, or debate at the high- school level
- Want to debate at CCU, a one-of-a-kind Christian University known for strong academics, authentic community, and a world-class setting right between Denver and the Rocky Mountains.
What CCU Debate can do for you:
Develop your argumentation, persuasion, and communication skills. These skills are essential in business, education, marketing, ministry, politics, and many other careers.
Deepen your understanding of world issues. Gain insight into the geo-political climate, current events and issues, and the values, philosophies, and principles undergirding them.
Interested in Debate?
- Schedule a campus visit and check out CCU.
- Complete and return the Debate Recruitment Form (PDF).
- Apply for Admission to the College of Undergraduate Studies.