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Forensics

Become a Voice That Can Change the World

Forensics is the competitive art of public speaking. Whether it is an interpretative event or a prepared speech, the activity of forensics helps students develop one of the most important skills of lifethe ability to command the spoken word. Forensics is where, as a student, they can test themselves now against the future mainstream, competing against the future leaders, actors, journalists, attorneys, politicians and speakers. The activity helps students build a knowledge base, while promoting reading, research, assurance, and conviction. In the end, Forensics not only helps students develop their communication skills, but also their voice --

a voice that can change the world.

 

Students compete in the following Interpretation Events: Dramatic; Prose; Poetry; Dramatic Duo; Program of Oral Interpretation. Limited Preparation Events: Impromptu; Extemporaneous. Public Address Events: Informative; Persuasive; After Dinner; Communication Analysis.

Students have won over 700 awards during the past three years.