The Cerritos College Forensics Team
forensics (Speech and debate) team
You are invited to join the forensics, or competitive speech and debate, team!
Forensics is competitive speech and debate. Forensics students compete in various events, such as impromptu-style speaking and debate. Tournaments are typically held on weekends. Beginners are welcome; we do not require try-outs or prior experience. Tournaments have a novice division just for people who have very little speaking experience but want to learn and improve.
For questions related to the team, or if you are interested in joining the team, please contact team director Nick Matthews
When does the forensics team meet?
Forensics team practice meetings are held on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:30pm-5:30pm in the Social Science 207 classroom. Regular attendance at practice is expected of all team members.
An additional coaching workshop for students preparing memorized speeches is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays before practice from 2:00pm-3:15pm in the team squad room (Social Science 240, located inside the Communication Studies department office).
What does the forensics team offer me?
You can earn CSU transferable elective credit, learn to present your ideas dynamically, overcome the fear of public speaking, meet new friends at Cerritos and other colleges, and have the opportunity to attend state and national speech championships. Cerritos speech students can earn scholarships to four-year colleges and valuable experience for their job resumes.
What can I expect from the forensics team?
You can expect individualized coaching assistance, tournament competition, numerous speaking opportunities, fun, and skills that will really make a difference in your life.
Forensics Communication Studies Courses
Forensics is a co-curricular activity, meaning students receive course credit for participating on the forensics team. The forensics courses are open to all students, regardless of major or degree plan, and include coaching support and speaking opportunities before audiences at intercollegiate speech tournaments. Students can enroll in a one-unit, two-unit, or three-unit section of the course, with the number of units corresponding to the minimum course requirements.
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