SPEECH & DEBATE CANADA FOUNDATION

Huron University Careers and Experiences issues this badge to recognize students who demonstrate advanced critical thinking, argumentation, and ethical leadership through debate. This credential strengthens Huron’s reputation for developing articulate leaders who engage respectfully with diverse perspectives.

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