Want to discuss interesting topics, debate competitively, become a part of a welcoming community, or just improve your public speaking skills?
Then the Debating Society has you covered
Come along to one of our weekly debate and discussion sessions which are designed to be accessible as possible for beginners. Our sessions are held on Tuesday evenings (6-7:30 pm) with the opportunity to chat and get to know each other better afterwards at our informal pub socials.
We also offer a range of regular socials from low-key pizza nights to drunken debates! Socials are an excellent opportunity to meet new people and just have some fun. Check out the ‘events’ section for more!
Take a look at our social media to see what we do! Feel free to ask us questions, DMs are always open.
The Societies Whatsapp Groupchat (non-members welcome!) Contact us or sign up to our mailing list for access
Email: su-debate@le.ac.uk or debatinguol@gmail.com
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Twitter: @uoldebating
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Read the Debating Society's Constitution 3-Student-Group-Constitution.doc
Read the Debating Society's 2023-2024 handover document Handover
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