Dates: July 19-25, 2015
Costs:
Registration Before June 1 Cost of Institute: $300 Cost of Housing: $200
Registration After June 1 Cost of Institute: $350 Cost of Housing: :$225
Meal Plan: Cost $130 Covers 3 meals a day, M-F of the camp. The Institute will provide Dinner on Sunday July 19 and Breakfast on Saturday July 26 for everyone. Purchase of the meal plan is optional.
Previous CODI attendees receive a $100 tuition discount
Coaches interested in sending multiple students should contact Matthew Moore (mmoore3@uco.edu) to inquire about special discounts.
Tuition discounts available to students facing financial need. Contact Matt Moore (mmoore3@uco.edu) for details.
What does my tuition cover? Week of lectures and workshops aimed at improving debate knowledge and skills T-Shirt and Water Bottle One-on-one practice and coaching sessions Individualized research training and work Full evidence set
FAQs
Are meals included? Meal plans are optional for students at additional costs. Those purchasing meal plans will have access to the campus dining halls. Those who choose not to purchase a meal plan are free to choose their own meal options from various places on and nearby campus. Adequate time is built into the schedule to ensure that students will be able to be able to eat.
When is the application deadline? July 10th, 2015
Is there a deposit? Yes. There is a $50 non-refundable deposit for commuter students. The non-refundable deposit for students staying in the dorms is $125. The deposit should accompany your application to the camp. The deposit will be applied to the balance of the camp cost.
When is my final payment due? July 10th, 2015
What do I need to bring? Students should bring all of the materials they need to participate in debate rounds. This includes pens, paper, etc. If you debate paperless you need to bring a laptop. If you debate on paper, you will need to bring files, accordions, and tubs. Even if you are not debating paperless, you should still bring a laptop. It will help you write arguments and briefs for debate rounds. If you are staying on campus you should bring clothes, bed linens, a pillow, towel, and everything else you will need for the week.
How will the debate evidence be distributed? All evidence will be distributed to the students electronically. Students wishing to debate off of paper will be responsible for printing out the files themselves.
What is the format of the camp? The CODI is a weeklong skills intensive debate camp. Students will engage in practice rounds, practice speeches, and intense one-on-one coaching designed to improve the students’ ability to execute arguments in competitive debate.
Can I pay via credit card? No. We cannot accept credit card payments at this time.