Debating Society: IV Convenor

Hey all, I’m Ange!

I’ve attended multiple tournaments this year as a speaker and later as a judge and a part of the equity team. This means that I’ve experienced the behind-the-scenes of running tournaments and have some experience hosting tournaments. Throughout high school, I’ve chaired and organised multiple Model UN conferences, taking on the roles of Chief of Staff, USG of Committees, and USG of Outreach. This experience was key in helping me gain organisational skills. I've also aided in running tournaments for the NSDA (National Speech and Debate Association of the United States) and was placed in charge of marketing and finding judges and schools to attend.

I believe that to be a good convenor, one needs to be organised and efficient, whether that be finding or hiring IAs or filing invoices. I believe I have all of the skills needed to run tournaments as smoothly as possible and make lots of money for the Soc so we can still go to WUDC.

this is a picture of me debating in an incredibly bad out-round this year. but this is also a picture of my reaction when I saw you almost scrolling past and not reading what is the singularly most inspiring, tear-jerking, earth-shattering "about me" section. just kidding. I think you should vote for me because of 4 reasons. 1- I like convening, so I will try my best not to make our events suck. 2- I have experience convening in high school (reach out if you wanna know more!), so I won't accidentally make our events suck. 3- I like a good time so I will also make sure our events aren't boring and in turn... suck  4- I'd like to think I have a good relationship with the other members running as I got to know everyone in comps and trainings this year, so I'll also be able to have a good relationship with other members of the committee and welcome their input in case they think I suck 

you have nothing to worry about though, I'm great and promise to do really good things. vote for me thanks.

Experiences: 

As the Co-President of my previous school’s Debate Club, I was responsible for tournament registrations and payments in a timely and clear manner. I led teams to competitions like Hart House Schools, Western HST, and Harvard WDSC Invitational. This experience enables me to be an excellent convenor, as I can transfer my organization and communication skills to planning UCL tournaments. 

Three priorities: 

1. Quality judges - I will get Bo Seo to CA every comp. But let’s concede to Opp and say it’s not possible. Note that we still get good judges and CAs if we contact people early. By staying on top of emails and discussing our hiring budget with our treasurer, we can give everyone the best UCL debating experience with balanced motions and great judging. 

2. Smooth competitions - Respond quickly, stay organized, and hit those deadlines. I will plan tournament schedules, book venues, and organize team registrations in advance to save time for last-minute emergencies. 

3. UCL debaters at UCL comps - More slots to speak and judge at UCL tournaments. I will work with the other convenors to give more opportunities for UCL debaters to kick ass on UCL turfs.

Having been an IV Convenor for the past 2 years, I stand ready, once more, to use my expertise for the benefit of our society. 

Qualifications: 

- As IV convenor I have helped to organise tournaments such as UCL schools, UCL Pro-am, and I am currently working  on planning UCL IV and other exciting competitions taking place.

- Having competed at national and international competitions including the World Universities Debating Championships, I have acquired both the knowledge and contacts to ensure quality competitions with strong CA teams.