Comet Debate Institute
One-Week Session July 15-21
Two-Week Session July 15-28
Registration Deadline: July 1, 2012
The Comet Debate Institute (CDI) is your opportunity to work with the faculty and debaters at The University of Texas at Dallas, one of the nation’s fastest rising and most successful debate programs. The CDI offers outstanding instruction in preparation for the 2012 National Forensics League topic for 2 person cross-examination debate.
The 2012 CDI offers both novice and advanced tracks allowing students to learn at a pace appropriate for any skill level. The CDI also offers overnight residential and meal plan options at UT Dallas’ state-of-the-art dormitory and dining facilities.
Check out the Comet Debate Institute’s award-winning staff! Get answers to frequently asked questions on the FAQ.
What to expect from the one-week CDI experience – July 15-21
The Comet Debate Institute (CDI) focuses on building effective speaking and strategic skills for debaters at any level.
- In-depth lectures focused on building topic knowledge – the CDI staff break down the topic from every angle, covering the information you will need to know to have a head start for the 2012 season.
- High quality evidence package – You receive your 200+ page CDI evidence packet at registration so you are ready to begin debating and honing your skills—no time is wasted.
- Practice debates with experienced judges – get one-on-one time with our exceptional staff in structured practice debates and rebuttal redos. One week students will have up to five debates by the end of CDI.
- Small lab sizes for more contact with nationally recognized staff – get more direct feedback and interaction with CDI staff in smaller classroom settings.
- Novice and advanced lab for students of all skill levels – Labs are tailored to your skills and debate background.
What to Expect from the Two-week CDI experience – July 15-28
The two- week session gives students an opportunity to dig even deeper into the upcoming debate topic with in depth research and practices directed by our award winning staff.
- More debates and speaking skills practice – Two- week students have up to 10 debates in two different tournaments, all judged by CDI staff for on-to-one feedback and instruction.
- More evidence and research time – Two- week students will work with CDI staff on core topic arguments in UT Dallas’ exceptional McDermott Library. Two-weekweek students get all the evidence produced by CDI on a USB jump drive.
- More instruction with the CDI staff – The two-week session gives students the chance to dissect the 2012 topic with additional lectures, strategy discussions and application of advanced debate techniques designed to give you everything you need to have a competitive and successful season.
CDI Tuition Options
Comet Debate Institute offers both one- and two-week sessions and for students outside the DFW area or seeking a more intense experience. CDI offers on-campus housing provided by the state-of-the-art Residence Hall at University Village. CDI labs are divided by skill level so students are placed in labs that best fit their background and experience. Our staff ensures there are no “bad labs” and that all students will receive the best in debate education.
Flexible Pricing Options
All sessions include all evidence and CDI T-shirt and meal plan.
- One-week commuter session: $570.00
- One-week overnight residential session: $800
- Two-week commuter session: $1100.00
- Two-week overnight residential session: $1,500
Apply for the CDI
You can apply to the 2012 Comet Debate Institute in 3 quick steps.
First, the application process for the 2012 CDI is now open, click here to enter the UT Dallas Marketplace where you can pay your deposit and select the session of CDI you wish to attend.
We will be accepting residential applications for this summer’s session of CDI until July 1, 2012.
Second, in addition to student's tuition a deposit of $150.00 per student, due no later than July 1, 2012, is required to hold your spot. The deposit will be refunded after the completion of your camp stay minus any room, board, campus and library fines that are accrued. The deposit is not deducted from the total tuition fee and can most easily be purchased in the Marketplace at the time of registration. Both the deposit and tuition are required to hold your place in the 2012 Comet Debate Institute.
Third, print and complete the medical release and indemnity forms. These forms must be completed in full and returned to the CDI staff no later than Sunday, July 15, 2012 (medical release forms can be turned in by hand at registration when you arrive). No student will be allowed to participate in any CDI activity without completion of the medical and indemnification forms. Failure to provide required release forms by July 15, 2012 is not a condition for refund. All entries are considered final as July 1, 2012. Contact us if you have any questions regarding the medical release or indemnity forms. Once all forms are completed, send them to the address below.
Payment Information
Both the deposit and tuition payments are due no later than July 1, 2012. If you are paying by check please alllow time for payment to arrive by July 1.
Credit card payments can be made at the UT Dallas Marketplace.
Checks should be made out to The University of Texas at Dallas and sent to the address below:
The University of Texas at Dallas
Debate Team, FO 56
Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost
800 West Campbell Road
Richardson, TX 75080-3021
Refunds and Cancellations
Cancellations forefeit CDI deposit. Cancellations after July 1, 2012 forfeit CDI tuition.
CDI will not provide tuition refunds for cancellations or early departures.
If you have any questions please contact us at debate@utdallas.edu.
