Celebrating Expansion Opportunities for the Urban Debate Network
As NAUDL's largest fundraiser, the Annual Dinner serves as an annual reunion and networking opportunity, showcasing the important work of NAUDL and its 20 debate league partners. This special evening brings together more than 200 guests who believe in our mission to bring debate, and its benefits, where it would otherwise not exists.
For NAUDL, debate is more than competition, it's community.
This will be highlighted by inspiring remarks from our annual Gala Award Honorees, the 2026 Debater of the Year and 2026 Coach of the Year.
Join us to reconnect with the debate community
and network with fellow NAUDL friends and supporters
WHAT TO EXPECT: Cocktail hour, full dinner menu, dynamic presentations highlighting NAUDL programs and new initiatives like Sports Debate, and lively conversation.
The celebration begins at 6pm (Chicago time). Cocktail attire.
TICKETS: $300/PERSON
Highlights from last year's event at Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta!
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DINNER CO-CHAIRS
Jennifer Northam Wade
NAUDL Board Chair
Shaun Van Horn
Jenner & Block LLP
DINNER COMMITTEE
Kevin I. C. Donaldson
Heelstone Renewable Energy
James Roland
Emory University
John Stubbs
Jewel of the South
HOST COMMITTEE
Mark Gidley
White & Case LLP
Rick Horrow
Horrow Sports Ventures
Mark T. Koulogeorge
MK Capital
Generosity from the civic and philanthropic community is vital to the success of the Annual Dinner.
Proceeds directly fund NAUDL programs and events. Please consider supporting this special evening!
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About NAUDL
The National Association for Urban Debate Leagues and our 20 partner leagues are committed to supporting the next generation of compelling voices: fueled by reason and anchored in confidence. Celebrating 20 years of our mission, the Urban Debate Network has served 100,000 debaters over the last two decades. No tournament or membership fees are ever charged. Your support ensures continued access to this formative activity for students across the country.