ORATORY
June 28 - July 8, 2009
New for 2009 - 4 day intensive add-on (July 8 - 12)

We will concentrate on philosophical argumentation and research advocacy in creating speeches that articulate a specific thesis with both anecdotal and factual information.

Events that will be taught are:

• Original Oratory
• Oratorical Declamation
• Original Comedy
• Special Occasion Speaking.

Orators will conclude the program by participating in a mock tournament and public performance.

 

 

 

 

 

INTERPRETATION
June 28 - July 8, 2009
New for 2009 - 4 day intensive add-on (July 8 - 12)

 

We will help you improve your performance techniques, based on the rules of your particular state and assist you in finding quality performance literature.

 

Sample events that will be taught are:

• Dramatic Interpretation - Solo
• Dramatic Interpretation - Duo
• Humorous Interpretation - Solo
• Humorous Interpretation - Duo
• Oral Interpretation (both prose and verse)
• Solo Dramatic Performance - Dramatic
• Solo Dramatic Performance - Humorous
• Duet Dramatic Performance - Dramatic
• Duet Dramatic Performance - Humorous
  

The Institute will begin by helping competitors find quality performance literature and conclude with a mock tournament and performance.

 

EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING
June 28 - July 8, 2009
New for 2009 - 4 day intensive add-on (July 8 - 12)

The extemp intensive will offer lectures that cover both foreign and domestic issues, providing students with background knowledge in every possible area. Daily coaching, practice speeches and cross-examination will encourage you to use the information you’ve learned to craft analytical and successful speeches. A mock tournament will be offered at the conclusion of the Institute.

Events that will be taught:

• International Extemp

• US Extemp

• Extemporaneous Commentary

• Impromptu Speaking

DEBATE
June 28 - July 8, 2009
New for 2009 - 4 day intensive add-on (July 8 - 12)

Students can expect instruction in various modes of political and philosophical thought from ancient political theory to postmodernism.

While focusing on the major strands of political theory, students will be able to attend various sessions on particular philosophers and theorists.

In addition to a comprehensive lecture series, speaking drills, argumentation drills and practice debates will give each debater the ability to hone his/her skills.

Events that will be taught:

• Student Congress
• Lincoln/Douglas
• Public Forum

Students can expect to leave with extensive knowledge about each of the NFL topic areas proposed for the upcoming year. A mock tournament will be offered at the conclusion of the Institute.