Debate Night (Online!)

🗣️ Debate Night ONLINE
💻 On Zoom
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM

Important RSVP note: Members who RSVP “yes” and don’t attend without updating their RSVP more than twice may not be able to attend future debate nights.

Join us for an online evening of thoughtful banter, disagreement, and lively discussion! Debate Night is a chance to flex your critical-thinking skills in a fun, non-confrontational setting with fellow humanists. Whether you’re ready to argue that cellphones ruined society or would like to play devil’s advocate, there’s a place for you.

No experience necessary
just bring your curiosity and respect for others.

Zoom norms

• Keep your microphone muted when you’re not speaking.
• To join the speaking queue, type “next” in the chat. The host will call on people in order.
• Please let others finish before responding, and keep comments respectful and focused on the topic.

🕓 Event schedule

6:00–6:15 PM – Arrivals & Mingling
Join the Zoom meeting, get settled, and say hello in the chat.

6:15–6:20 PM – Welcome & Overview
We’ll review the evening’s format and Zoom norms, then collect debate topics in the chat and choose a few to discuss.

6:20–6:50 PM – Breakout-Room Debates
If attendance allows, we’ll split into small groups to discuss 2–5 selected topics. If the group is smaller, we’ll stay together in the main room.

6:50-7:00 PM - stretch/refreshment/bathroom break

7:00–7:20 PM – Open Floor
We’ll reconvene in the main room. Volunteers can pose philosophical questions, share highlights from breakout discussions, and offer final comments or critiques. Anything goes, as long as it’s respectful.

7:20–7:30 PM – Wrap-Up & Reflections
We’ll say goodbye to the group, share contact information through private chat, share highlights and final thoughts, and end the evening.