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Welcome to the George Mason Debate Institute

Welcome to the George Mason Debate InstituteWelcome to the George Mason Debate InstituteWelcome to the George Mason Debate Institute

George Mason Debate Institute Online Dates: July 6-July 18

Debate Youth Day Camp: August 3-8

debategmu@gmail.com

Welcome to the George Mason Debate Institute

Welcome to the George Mason Debate InstituteWelcome to the George Mason Debate InstituteWelcome to the George Mason Debate Institute

George Mason Debate Institute Online Dates: July 6-July 18

Debate Youth Day Camp: August 3-8

debategmu@gmail.com

**Important 2020 Notice**

Due to COVID-19 and its implications to in-person group meetings, we have proactively decided to transition this summer's two week institute and one week day camp to an online platform. 


As a result of this transition, we are drastically reducing costs in an effort to continue accommodating students from all economic backgrounds.

 

With the increased need to social distance, online communication may seem like a daunting option for summer camps. However, attending an online debate camp provides campers with skills they will need for their upcoming years as a debater. Online debate is becoming very prevalent, and may happen frequently in the Fall due to COVID-19. Attending camp over the summer will assist students in learning how to navigate debate functions in an online environment, which will be a huge benefit for those who attend.


We understand that this is a troubling time, and we are here to help. Please contact us at debategmu @ gmail if you have any questions or concerns.


About Us

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Come Join us this Summer!

Hosted by George Mason University, our debate camp is the largest debate summer camp hosted in Virginia! We offer classes in Public Forum, Policy, and Lincoln Douglas debate at the novice, junior varsity and varsity level. With small class sizes, a dedicated teaching and residential staff, and classes for grades 6-12. GMDI is a wonderful place to be! Our motto, modeled after George Mason University, is "Innovation is Tradition," because our institute aims to foster skills development in-depth research, critical thinking, persuasion, argumentation and overall communication. 


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Why GMDI?

Cost-Effective

Dedication to Small Class Sizes

Dedication to Small Class Sizes

The GMDI remains committed to affordable pricing amidst our transition to an online platform.

Dedication to Small Class Sizes

Dedication to Small Class Sizes

Dedication to Small Class Sizes

All of our online labs will have a maximum student to faculty ratio of 8:1, allowing us more time for individualized instruction.

Options for Every Level

Dedication to Small Class Sizes

Options for Every Level

We have options for students at every level of debate; with a faculty that specializes not only in Varsity debate, but also entry-level.

Online Experience

Commitment to Privacy

Options for Every Level

The GMDI has a staff trained in online teaching platforms. Several members are also experienced in various forms of technology to ensure an excellent experience for our students.

Commitment to Privacy

Commitment to Privacy

Commitment to Privacy

Given recent privacy concerns raised with other platforms, BlackBoard Collaborate Ultra will be the tool of choice for the 2020 GMDI.

Reasonable Lab Times

Commitment to Privacy

Commitment to Privacy

We have updated our lab times to begin at 10:00 AM EST to allow for students from all regions in the United States to feasibly attend an East Coast synchronous camp.

More About Us!

Enroll in our Middle School Session!

GMDI has NEW and LOWER PRICES for 2020!

GMDI has NEW and LOWER PRICES for 2020!

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GMDI launched one of the first elementary debate camps in the country in 2018, and after high demand we will continue our Middle School camp into Summer 2020. Be sure to grab a spot early, as they are filling up!

GMDI has NEW and LOWER PRICES for 2020!

GMDI has NEW and LOWER PRICES for 2020!

GMDI has NEW and LOWER PRICES for 2020!

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After careful consideration, GMDI has decided that we would like to make our camp as accessible as possible for people across all economic backgrounds. We have cut our prices in the hope that more debaters can enjoy debate camp this year!

Excellence Driven

Excellence Driven

Excellence Driven

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 At GMDI, we focus on teaching our campers how to maximize their performance. We strive to hire the best to ensure that our campers receive a top notch educational experience.   

Campers from our institute have consistently placed among the top performing teams in their state competitions, been admitted to ivy league colleges, and have been recognized as debaters of distinction by the National Speech and Debate Association. But don't just believe us! Please visit our testimonials page to read from former campers about their time at our institute. 

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Excellence Driven

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George Mason Debate Institute

4400 University Drive, MSN 3D6, Fairfax, Virginia, 22030

(267) 393-1604

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    4400 University Drive, MSN 3D6, Fairfax, VA 22030

    (267) 393-1604

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