Welcome to the 2009 MUDI!

The 30th Annual Marquette University Debate Institute will take place from July 19th through August 1st, 2009 at Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI. For the first time, this year's MUDI will also offer a one-week Individual Events Program for students in speaking/interp events. Applications are no longer being accepted.

News & Updates

Entering our 30th year, MUDI has provided students with the best opportunity for both topic research and skill advancement in the state of Wisconsin. Indeed, the wide array of national attendees over the past few years speaks volumes about the ongoing success of the institute. Through proven theory and skill development techniques, MUDI alumni have achieved outstanding success nationwide.

Our research facilities are first rate, featuring the new state-of-the-art Raynor Library. And if skill advancement is your goal, we will help you get there through a series of proven drills and practice debates. Our faculty represents a cross section of locally and nationally successful coaches and debaters. Above all, MUDI is affordable. You will not find a better value. And to prove it, every student leaves with all camp evidence - across all programs.

This website contains all the information you'll need to learn more about and apply for MUDI 2009. You can read detailed biographys of our experienced faculty, learn about the Marquette University campus, and even register online. Attending summer debate institute is a very worthwhile endeavor. Our 30 years of experience and success makes exploring the opportunities at MUDI a must!