John R. Park Debate Society Completes a Successful Season Opener in Idaho

The John R. Park Debate Society traveled to Twin Falls, Idaho on September 22-23, 2023 to participate in the Fran Tanner Invitational at College of Southern Idaho. At the tournament, the team faced competition from 11 colleges and universities, including the Boise State University, Idaho State University, and in-state rivals Weber State University. The Debate Society finished the tournament with 12 final round placings in individual events and three top three placings in IPDA Debate. The team plans to build on this early success at their next tournament, The Rice University Classic at Rice on September 30-October 1, 2023.

COMPLETE RESULTS

Overall Awards

3rd Place - Tournament Sweepstakes 

Debate Awards

2nd Place - Open IPDA Debate - Madeleine Felix 

3rd Place - Open IPDA Debate - Meredith Jenkins

3rd Place - Open IPDA Debate - Samantha Watrin

Individual Event Awards