One of the First Intercollegiate Debates in America
By Oregon Forensics | June 14, 1891
In 1891, Oregon and Willamette University faced off in one of the earliest intercollegiate debates in the United States. This event placed Oregon among the pioneers of collegiate forensics nationwide, establishing a tradition of public dialogue and competitive excellence that would continue to grow over the next century.
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Carry the Torch
Two weeks before classes began, the University canceled Oregon Forensics.
This decision ends nearly 150 years of nationally recognized excellence in debate, speech, and mock trial. We are deeply disappointed.
But the legacy is too strong to vanish. Alumni, students, and supporters are working together to ensure Oregon Forensics endures beyond this moment.
If you believe in the power of communication, advocacy, and leadership training, we invite you to stand with us.
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