The 2012 University of Michigan Debate Institutes
June 17 - August 4, 2012

"Three things distinguish the University of Michigan 7 week program from all others. The first is the commitment and expertise of all of the lab leaders and guest lecturers. The second is level of competition that prepares you for the rest of the year in the numerous practice debates and the end of camp tournament. The third is the dedication to building better research skills and access to one of the best libraries in the United States." "Returning to the Michigan 7 Week program for a second year was a fantastic decision. The seniors lab was one of the best experiences I've had as a debater and helped me improve in every aspect of the game. From participating in one-on-one discussions with the top debate coaches in the country, to producing a research base spanning the full breadth of the topic, everything we did this summer was invaluable both for preparing for competitive success during the year and for developing the long term skills necessary to grow as a debater. However, if none of that were true, Michigan would still have been the right choice - the friends I made and experiences I had will last a lifetime, even after I am no longer debating. Finally, Ann Arbor is simply too awesome to pass up." "If you want a competitive edge going into the debate year, UMich 7 weeks is the place to get it. Whether you are a rising junior or senior, the tools provided by the camp cannot be beat. Apart from amazing research resources, the lab leaders, practice debates, and lectures provide all the necessary means for one to excel in debate. Seven weeks may sound like a long time, but it was the most fun way I could have chosen to spend my summer. Ann Arbor was extremely diverse and navigable. I made more friends than I could have possibly imagined. I wouldn't have traded the experience for anything." "Deciding where to go to camp before your senior year is tough, no question about it. But Michigan was ultimately a great choice. You couldn't ask for a better college town in which to spend the summer than Ann Arbor. The caliber of the lab leaders, the intensity of competition, the quality of evidence, and the utility of lectures all make Michigan an incredible place to go to debate camp."