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JOIN us at our Summer Debate Institute
JOIN us at our Summer Debate Institute
This year's camp will be from July 28th through August 1st, 2025* at USC!
This year's camp will be from July 28th through August 1st, 2025* at USC!
For the past 17 years, LAMDL has provided thousands of debaters with local summer debate events rooted in access for all students. We offer our camp exclusively to debaters in our program in order to make what is usually an expensive endeavor available in their community.
This summer, we proudly return to our traditional in-person camp at the University of Southern California - space is limited! Registration and additonal details coming soon.
*Please note the NEW DATES
Register Today
Register Today
The LAMDL SDI offers students of all skill levels an opportunity to prepare for the upcoming debate season. We have partnered with Joel Lemuel (Director of CSUN Debate) and Deven Cooper (Director of CSULB Debate) to help select the staff and design our schedule for the week.
Lectures and labs will be taught by some of the country’s leading debate experts and will get a jumpstart on the upcoming debate topic. In addition, students will have an opportunity to utilize the amazing research and lecture facilities at the University of Southern California.
Eligibility to Attend Camp
LAMDL SDI is open to any student who has joined the debate team at a LAMDL school. While space is limited, we should have more than enough space for all of your new and returning students. All students who plan to participate need to fill out our registration form.
Location of Camp
LAMDL SDI will be held on the campus of The University of Southern California.
Dates & Times of Camp
Monday July 28th through Friday August 1st, 2025
8:30 AM - 6 PM, Instructional Days (July 28 - July 31, 2025)
8:30 AM - 7 PM, Tournament Day (August 1, 2025)
Costs of Camp
LAMDL SDI does not charge tuition or fees to LAMDL debaters, though students may need money to purchase lunch each day (See "Meals" section below). For non-LAMDL debaters attendance fees may be assessed.
Schedule & Divisions of Camp
A detailed schedule of camp will be sent to coaches and registered students as we get closer to camp. We will offer 3 divisions for students: Novice, JV, and Varsity. Novice will focus on brand new debaters, JV on returning debaters, and Open on experienced debaters.
Transportation to and from Camp
This is a commuter camp (not overnight). There will be bus pick-ups with limited stops that will be released to coaches and registered students. Unlike at tournaments, not all schools will have pick-ups. Students can commute to and from the campus independently. Which schools
Meals at Camp
Lunch will be provided to students who opt in on the application. Otherwise, students are allowed to bring money to buy lunch on campus or sack lunch from home.
Seeking Volunteers
Seeking Volunteers
If you are interested in volunteering with LAMDL this summer, apply below. Interns will work with our admin, labs, and social media teams to help keep the camp moving.
Join our Coaches' Lab
Join our Coaches' Lab
We will have a Coaches' Lab for new and returning coaches. Lessons will be geared towards those that register and attend all days.
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