Debate Club

The Debate Club of Bishop Vayalil Memorial Holy Cross College Cherpunkal organized a Debate Workshop titled “How to Become a Best Debater” on 13th February (Friday) from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM at B-Hub. The workshop was arranged with the objective of training students in the art of debating and helping them develop effective communication, reasoning, and argumentation skills.

The session was led by Binu M.B., who served as the guest speaker and resource person for the workshop. During the session, he explained the essential qualities required to become an effective debater. He discussed various aspects such as structuring arguments, presenting ideas clearly, supporting viewpoints with relevant examples, and responding confidently to opposing arguments. The speaker also highlighted the importance of logical thinking, proper research, and maintaining respect for different perspectives during debates.

A total of 10 students actively participated in the workshop. Although the group was small, the session was interactive and engaging. Students were encouraged to ask questions, share their experiences, and practice forming arguments on simple topics. The resource person also provided practical tips on improving stage confidence, voice clarity, and body language while speaking in front of an audience.

The workshop was organized and coordinated by Student Coordinator Vishnu Anilkumar, who played an important role in motivating students to participate in the program. The event was conducted under the guidance of Staff Coordinator Binu M.B. and with the support of the college management. The program was held under the leadership of Rev. Dr. Baby Sebastian, whose encouragement continues to promote co-curricular activities that enhance students’ intellectual and communication abilities.

Overall, the debate workshop was highly beneficial for the participants. It helped students understand the techniques of structured argumentation, critical thinking, and confident public speaking. The program also enabled students to analyze issues more deeply and respond effectively to opposing viewpoints. Such workshops play an important role in preparing students to participate in debates, seminars, and other academic discussions in the future.

The Debate Club of Bishop Vayalil Memorial Holy Cross College, Cherpunkal organized a Debate Competition on 28th January (Wednesday) from 12:30 PM to 1:15 PM at B-Hub. The event was conducted with the aim of encouraging students to express their ideas, develop critical thinking, and improve their public speaking and analytical abilities.

The topic selected for the debate was “Is Social Media a Positive Influence on Teenagers?”. This topic was chosen because social media has become an important part of young people’s lives, influencing their communication, learning, and social interactions. The debate allowed students to present arguments both in favor of and against the influence of social media on teenagers. Participants discussed various aspects such as educational benefits, connectivity, creativity, as well as issues like addiction, cyberbullying, and mental health concerns.

A total of 75 students actively participated in the program, making the event lively and intellectually engaging. Students from different departments enthusiastically shared their opinions, supported their arguments with examples, and responded to opposing viewpoints. The debate created a platform for students to think critically about modern technological influences and encouraged respectful exchange of ideas.

The program was coordinated by Student Coordinator Vishnu Anilkumar, who ensured the smooth conduct of the event and motivated students to participate actively. The event was organized under the guidance of Staff Coordinator Binu M.B. and with the support of the college administration. The program was held under the leadership of Principal Rev. Dr. Baby Sebastian, whose encouragement played a significant role in promoting such academic and co-curricular activities in the institution.

Overall, the debate competition was highly successful and engaging. The session helped students improve their critical thinking, research skills, confidence, and public speaking abilities through structured discussion and argumentation. The event also encouraged students to analyze contemporary issues thoughtfully and express their viewpoints in a constructive manner.

The Debate Club plans to organize more such activities in the future to foster intellectual growth and communication skills among students.