Student Groups
Debate
K-State Debate competes in both British Parliamentary Debate and National Debate Tournament/Cross Examination Debate Association-style policy debate. The K-State Debate team always looking for new debaters, and have room for debaters of all levels of experience. If you'd like to learn more about how to get involved with the team, contact Professor Alex McVey, director of debate, at jalexandermcvey@k-state.edu.
Speech (Forensics)
K-State's Speech Team is a competitive speaking and interpretation opportunity open to all undergraduates. We welcome any student willing to put in the work! Contact Forensics Director Craig Brown (craigb@ksu.edu) to learn more.
Lambda Pi Eta
Lambda Pi Eta is the Communication Studies honor society of the National Communication Association. The national undergraduate communication studies honor society, Lambda Pi Eta (LPH), was established at K-State in 2006. At Kansas State University, Lambda Pi Eta works hard to bring an air of respect and esteem to the Communication Department. Members of Lambda Pi Eta work hard to promote and establish the importance of Communication.
Mock Trial
Mock Trial offers an opportunity for aspiring attorneys and aspiring actors to form teams and prepare to try cases against other universities from across the country. Mock trial is a great activity for preparing students to think critically, communicate effectively, and work in a team.
Ambassadors
The purposes of the Department of Communication Studies Student Ambassador program are to represent the department recruitment, donor visits, and increased visibility on the campus of Kansas State University, further the best interests of the department, and provide student feedback regarding the perception and direction of the department.