Founded in 2008, The King's Debate Society has emerged as one of the most dynamic student-led organizations at The King's College. The debate society exists to train students to advocate truth in the marketplace of ideas.

In three years of operation, the organization has expanded from a handful of students to a nationally-recognized, award-winning program with over 20 members, a coach, and substantial institutional funding. Debate society members have competed successfully against the nation's top debate programs, including Harvard, Princeton, Cornell, and the University of Vermont. The society has also partnered with local colleges and universities in New York City to encourage discussion on topics ranging from abortion and the economics of the welfare state to a U.S. invasion of Libya.

In addition to competing nationally, the debate society plans to attend the 2011-2012 world championship tournament in Manila, Philippines next year. The society’s leadership has partnered with the college to raise funds to attend the championship tournament. You can donate by clicking here.