Latest Updates: 2010 RSS
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Hoodies for Sale
Oliver Blackley
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THW Legalise Drugs
Oliver Blackley
Thanks to everyone who turned up to our open debate this Wednesday with Julian Brazier MP, Owen Lyne (UCU) and Usman Ali (NUS) on the topic of funding for higher education. We heard strong arguments from all three panellists, and the MP for Canterbury and Whitstable used the opportunity to announce that he is not in favour of a rise in tuition fees. A high turnout and questions from an engaged audience made for a successful evening, and we hope to run similar events in the near future.Next week, we return to our standard format of debating in Keynes Lecture Theatre 5. This week’s motion is one that is given particular relevance by the upcoming vote on Proposition 19 in California: This House Would Legalise Drugs. This is a tricky one for the Proposition to get right, as an excellent definition is needed from the first half of the table. (For example, should the law allow for the limited sale of ‘soft drugs’, or should it let you pick up a line of cocaine from your local off-license?) If you’re interested in speaking drop us an email and we’ll reserve you a slot.
Also, be sure to buy your membership here, as we’ll be handing out our Beginner’s Guide to Debating to all members this week.
I hope that the start of the new academic year has treated you all well so far, and I hope to see you on Wednesday!
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Welcome Back!
Oliver Blackley
Hello and welcome to the Kent Debating website, and to another year at the University of Kent!
This year promises to be an exciting and eventful one for Kent Debating , and we very much hope you’ll decide to be a part of the growth and development of 2010’s Best New Society.
Here’s a quick look at some of the events planned for the Autumn term:
Sept 29th – Introduction & Freshers Debate Winner
Oct 6th – Beginners Workshop & THW Raise The Drinking Age
Oct 13th – THW Legalise All Drugs
Oct 20th – THW Introduce a Fat Tax
Oct 27th – THB Pornography Empowers Women
Nov 3rd – THW Not Support Israel
Nov 10th – THB Britain is BrokenWe use the British Parliamentary format of debating, and whether you’re interested in speaking or just learning a little more about the issues, do come along. As well as this we also help develop public speaking and advocacy skills, which are essential to a successful university career.
It’s also worth noting that we’ve changed the venue of our weekly debates from Darwin to Keynes Lecture Theatre 5 (above K-Bar).
So, if you’re interested in gaining new skills, meeting new people and broadening your knowledge on contemporary issues, come along to a debate and sign up on the Kent Union website, or by following this link here.
I look forward to seeing you all!
Oliver Blackley
President