Parliamentary Debate at Berkeley competes in NPDA-style debate, where partners have just 25 minutes to prepare arguments on a new topic each round covering politics, philosophy, international relations, and science. Members fly across the country to tournaments, train with top coaches, and join what the team calls a warm, friendly, and inclusive college debate community. No prior experience required, and all tournament costs are covered for members.
10
National championships
25
In-round preparation time per round, in minutes
8-10
Weekly practices offered
Events They Host
Golden Gate Opener
September 26-27, San Francisco, California
Lewis & Clark Tournament
October 11-12, Portland, Oregon
University of the Pacific Tournament
November 1-2, Stockton, California
Whitman Tournament
December TBD, online
Mound High Tournament
January 8-11, Lebanon, Illinois
Golden Gate Invitational
January 31 - February 1, Berkeley, California
NPDA National Championships
February TBD, Macon, Georgia
NPTE National Championships
March TBD, location TBD
PDAB Season Closer
April TBD, Berkeley, California