About

Learn about our mission, history, and commitment to fostering critical thinking, eloquent expression, and dynamic argumentation among collegiate debaters. Explore how NPDA empowers students, cultivates leaders, and shapes the future of discourse through the power of debate. Join us in our journey to inspire, engage, and elevate the debate community across the country.

NPDA Executive Council

President

Steven Kalani Farias – University of the Pacific

Vice President

Brent Nicholson – McKendree University

Secretary

Darren Elliott – Kansas City Kansas Community College

Treasurer

Shannon LaBove – Rice University

NPDA Subcommittee Chairs

Webmaster

Niyati Patel – Mercer University

Outreach

Brent Nicholson – McKendree University

Contact the NPDA

Email: npdadebate@gmail.com

Webmaster: npdadebate@gmail.com