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Discuss and Debate

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Salt Lake City, UT, US

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What we’re about

I wanted to create this group and see how it goes. The aim is to have respectful, open-minded debate on diverse topics. The format will be 2-5 minutes of uninterrupted monologue from each participant/team. Assuming we have time, each participant will probably be able to have a rebuttal.

Upcoming events

3

Sun, Nov 9 · 12:30 PM MST
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Hybrid
Debate over Brunch
Velo On The Boulevard, 460 East 400 South ,, Salt Lake City , UT, US
The topics of conversation for next week is:

The average U.S. high school graduate (GPA 2.8–3.2, no AP/IB, SAT 1050–1200) from a median-net-worth family (~$210,000) should not attend a four-year college without scholarships or guaranteed high-ROI outcomes

You're welcome to research the topic beforehand, but it's not necessary. We will form the teams and select the judge/s on the day of the meetings. Light snacks and drinks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own food and drinks.

Meetup Rules:
Strict Rule: Don't interrupt others when it is their time to speak. The only interruption will be to let them know how much time remains.

Recommended Rules:

Treat others with respect.

Try to argue for positions you don't agree with to increase your mind's plasticity.

Don't tease or make fun of anyone or any groups.

During the debate portion only, try to avoid making jokes.

Judge Recommendations:

Note good points from both teams.

Make a decision as to who won the argument.
6 attendees
Sun, Nov 23 · 12:30 PM MST
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Hybrid
Debate over Brunch
Velo On The Boulevard, 460 East 400 South ,, Salt Lake City , UT, US
The topics of conversation for next week is:

The average U.S. high school graduate (GPA 2.8–3.2, no AP/IB, SAT 1050–1200) from a median-net-worth family (~$210,000) should not attend a four-year college without scholarships or guaranteed high-ROI outcomes

You're welcome to research the topic beforehand, but it's not necessary. We will form the teams and select the judge/s on the day of the meetings. Light snacks and drinks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own food and drinks.

Meetup Rules:
Strict Rule: Don't interrupt others when it is their time to speak. The only interruption will be to let them know how much time remains.

Recommended Rules:

Treat others with respect.

Try to argue for positions you don't agree with to increase your mind's plasticity.

Don't tease or make fun of anyone or any groups.

During the debate portion only, try to avoid making jokes.

Judge Recommendations:

Note good points from both teams.

Make a decision as to who won the argument.
1 attendee
Sun, Dec 7 · 12:30 PM MST
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Hybrid
Debate over Brunch
Velo On The Boulevard, 460 East 400 South ,, Salt Lake City , UT, US
The topics of conversation for next week is:

The average U.S. high school graduate (GPA 2.8–3.2, no AP/IB, SAT 1050–1200) from a median-net-worth family (~$210,000) should not attend a four-year college without scholarships or guaranteed high-ROI outcomes

You're welcome to research the topic beforehand, but it's not necessary. We will form the teams and select the judge/s on the day of the meetings. Light snacks and drinks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own food and drinks.

Meetup Rules:
Strict Rule: Don't interrupt others when it is their time to speak. The only interruption will be to let them know how much time remains.

Recommended Rules:

Treat others with respect.

Try to argue for positions you don't agree with to increase your mind's plasticity.

Don't tease or make fun of anyone or any groups.

During the debate portion only, try to avoid making jokes.

Judge Recommendations:

Note good points from both teams.

Make a decision as to who won the argument.
1 attendee

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