Whitworth Forensics

10/12/2026

What a blessing to be hosted by alumni for dinner on our way home from the first tournament of the season! Thank you to James and Andie (Ingram) Eccles for opening their home to us. The Arguing Bucs community is simply the best! ❤️🖤

10/10/2026

… vs who our assistant coach hates

10/09/2026

We are so proud of Madalyn! 🏴‍☠️

What Is It Like? | Peace Studies

Madalyn Dotson ’27, president of Whitworth’s new Model UN Club and 2025-26 junior varsity national champion in debate, shares about majoring in peace studies at Whitworth:

“I decided to study peace studies because I’ve always been interested in how conflict affects people and societies, but more importantly, how we can prevent and resolve it. I love that peace studies combines political science, history, sociology, communication, international relations and more, while focusing on practical ways to create change.

“One of my favorite classes was my United Nations Simulations course that I took during Jan Term! This class was so interesting because we first learned how international organizations like the UN worked and how they affect foreign policy. Then, we put what we learned into practice by taking on the roles of diplomats and negotiating policies that would promote peace. It was super fun and a bit chaotic but also gave me a lot of perspective on how difficult but important international dialogue and compromise can be. I loved this class so much that, after taking it, I decided to help start our campus's first-ever Model UN Club!

“One unique experience I've had at Whitworth while studying peace studies was getting to briefly work for The Associated Press during the November 2024 election as a vote entry operator. In this position, I worked alongside my professors to learn more about the elections process while also working during the election to poll election offices around the country. This experience showed me how journalism and strong democratic institutions contribute to peaceful and stable societies.

“I chose to attend Whitworth for a few reasons. The first was because of the community and the caring professors I met before I even became a student. I also loved that Whitworth values curiosity and intentional learning. I especially saw that through the forensics team, where I found a community that encouraged me to grow both academically and personally.”

09/26/2026

Last weekend, we had our first official event of the season: our annual team retreat! We got in a few practice rounds, played some very silly games, and spent intentional time reflecting and looking ahead to the season together. Plus, we revealed our mentor/mentee pairings by dressing up as characters!

All in all, it was a fun and meaningful day! We are so excited for the 2026-2027 season with this team ❤️🖤

09/15/2026

One last new Arguing Buc! Sara Drovorub is a transfer student from here in Spokane. Welcome, Sara! 🏴‍☠️

09/14/2026

Another new Arguing Buc! Meet Abiela Swan, a new transfer student originally from Seattle, WA. Welcome, Abiela! 🏴‍☠️

09/13/2026

The Arguing Bucs added a few more new members to the Pirate ship last week! Meet Roqaia Faramarz, who is an international student from Afghanistan. Welcome, Roqaia! 🏴‍☠️

09/12/2026

First day of school round 3: the bonus round! We love that some of the Communication Studies and Philosophy faculty members decided to join in on our tradition 😊🏴‍☠️

09/11/2026

First day of school pictures, round 2! We had our first day of practice today, and we can already tell it’s going to be a GREAT year with this group. ❤️🖤

09/10/2026

It’s the first day of school, so you know what that means…first day of school pictures (part 1)!! Welcome back, Bucs - we can’t wait for the season ahead! 🏴‍☠️