# National Parliamentary Debate Association ## Posts - [Hello world!](https://npdadebate.com/hello-world/): Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing! ## Pages - [Awards](https://npdadebate.com/awards/): Learn more about how the NPDA recognizes its wonderful community! All-American Award Rationale: This award is designed with the intent to recognize students beyond the area of competition. While achievement in the forensic activity is taken into account, equal weight should be given to scholarship and service. This award should serve as a crowning touch to those seniors who have demonstrated outstanding qualities in all three areas. General Qualifications for Nomination: Nominees should have demonstrated personal qualities that show their understanding of the role of intercollegiate forensic competition in a liberal education. They should show evidence of success and good […] - [Sweepstakes](https://npdadebate.com/sweepstakes/): This is the new home for NPDA Season Long Sweepstakes! Tournaments are being added weekly, so check back soon to see where your school stands. These are a work in progress! Please be patient as sweepstakes points are added and calculated. More info coming soon. - [Meeting Minutes](https://npdadebate.com/meeting-minutes/): NPDA Spring 2025 Meeting Minutes NPDA Fall 2024 Meeting Minutes NPDA Spring 2024 Meeting Minutes - [Client Portal](https://npdadebate.com/clients/) - [About](https://npdadebate.com/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 Adeja Powell – Mercer University Vice President Fiker Tesfaye – Mercer University Secretary Steven Kalani Farias – University of the Pacific Treasurer Shannon LaBove – Rice University NPDA Subcommittee Chairs Webmaster Niyati Patel – Mercer University Outreach Brent Nicholson – McKendree University Contact […] - [Submit a National Tournament Bid](https://npdadebate.com/submit-a-national-tournament-bid/): Here, organizations and institutions interested in hosting the prestigious NPDA National Tournament can submit their bids to become the next host site. Hosting the NPDA National Tournament is a unique opportunity to showcase your campus, city, and commitment to fostering excellence in parliamentary debate. Our selection process ensures that each host meets the highest standards of hospitality, logistical support, and competitive integrity. Submit your bid today and join us in shaping the future of collegiate debate while leaving a lasting impact on the national debate community. How to Submit a National Tournament Bid The call for 2027 host bids is […] - [National Tournament](https://npdadebate.com/national-tournament/): Welcome to the pinnacle of parliamentary debate excellence: the National Tournament of the National Parliamentary Debate Association. This prestigious event brings together the finest collegiate debaters from across the nation to showcase their skills, intellect, and passion for discourse. Held annually, the NPDA National Tournament offers participants a platform to engage in rigorous argumentation, persuasive advocacy, and intellectual exchange. With a tradition of fostering camaraderie and sportsmanship, this tournament embodies the highest standards of competitive debate while celebrating the diversity of thought and expression. Join us as we crown champions and shape the future of parliamentary debate at the national […] - [Sanctioning](https://npdadebate.com/sanctioning/): Tournament hosts can initiate the process of officially sanctioning their events, ensuring they meet the high standards upheld by NPDA. Sanctioning your tournament with NPDA provides numerous benefits, including access to our extensive network of debaters, promotional support, and recognition within the collegiate debate community. Our streamlined sanctioning process ensures that your event adheres to fair play, inclusivity, and excellence, contributing to the overall advancement of parliamentary debate. Join us in elevating the quality and accessibility of debate tournaments across the nation by sanctioning your event with NPDA. How to Sanction My Event Please use the form below to sanction […] - [Dues](https://npdadebate.com/dues/): Here, members can conveniently fulfill their financial obligations to support the continued operation and growth of our organization. Your dues contribute to a wide range of initiatives, including tournament logistics, educational resources, and community outreach efforts. By paying your dues, you not only gain access to the benefits and opportunities offered by NPDA but also play a vital role in sustaining the vibrant debate community we’ve built together. To pay your dues, scan the QR code below. We ask that you send an email with confirmation of your payment to the NPDA Treasurer using the button below. Thank you for […] - [Tournament Calendar](https://npdadebate.com/tournaments/): Welcome to the Tournament Calendar page of the National Parliamentary Debate Association your comprehensive guide to upcoming debate competitions nationwide. Explore our dynamic calendar to stay informed about dates, locations, and registration details for NPDA-sanctioned tournaments. Whether you’re a seasoned debater or new to the circuit, this resource empowers you to plan your debate season strategically and participate in enriching, competitive experiences. Submit Tournament Results Or by email: npdadebate (at) gmail (dot) com - [Governance](https://npdadebate.com/governance/): Welcome to the Governing Documents page of the National Parliamentary Debate Association. Here, you’ll find the foundational rules and regulations that govern our organization and shape the competitive landscape of parliamentary debate. From our constitution to bylaws and tournament guidelines, these documents establish the framework for fair play, inclusivity, and excellence in debate. NPDA Consitution NPDA Bylaws - [Home](https://npdadebate.com/): The National Parliamentary Debate Association Welcome to the premier hub for competitive parliamentary debate in the nation. As the governing body for parliamentary debate, we foster critical thinking, eloquent expression, and dynamic argumentation among collegiate debaters nationwide. Explore our site to learn about tournaments, resources, and opportunities to engage in the art of persuasion and advocacy. Join us in shaping the future of discourse and cultivating the next generation of leaders through the power of debate. Mercer University has been selected as the 2026 NPDA National Tournament Host! Please click this link for more information on the 2026 National Tournament. […] [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)