Forensics Accepting Tryout Applications for 2026-27 Season

The forensics program offers a broad range of events for student participation. Students can participate in NFA Lincoln-Douglas Debate and any of the 11 NFA individual speaking events (IEs) offered. Many students cross-over and participate in both debate and IEs, but often choose to specialize in one area.

Applications are available at forensics.truman.edu/joinus and close March 16. Applications consist of the online form submission, as well as a letter of interest, a letter of recommendation and a video demonstration that must be emailed to forensicstruman@gmail.com. Additionally, incoming students’ application materials will automatically be considered for renewable scholarship opportunities. Current students may also submit a letter of interest and a video demonstration to be considered for a service scholarship, but only if funds allow.

To learn more about Truman Forensics, visit forensics.truman.edu or @trumanforensicunion on Instagram. Additional information about applications can be found at forensics.truman.edu/joinus. Any questions regarding the audition process can be addressed to Ben Davis, director of forensics, at bdavis@truman.edu.