<p>Can anyone comment on the nature of the debate society at Smith? Does it exist/feature prominently? I am trying to determine what kind of debate [LD, Parliamentary, etc.] exists on the college level [specifically, at LACs] and to what extent participation occurs. Any insights are very much appreciated.</p>
<p>It's Parliamentary debate.
See <a href="http://sophia.smith.edu/debate%5B/url%5D">http://sophia.smith.edu/debate</a> for more info.</p>
<p>My daughter got involved with the Debate Team last year and found it to be a wonderful experience. She had never debated before, but her team mates embraced her and guided her to a very successful year. It is a terrific group...I had the pleasure of meeting them at the University of Chicago tournament. Smith Debate is very well thought of on the circuit and they are serious about it, but they also really like to have fun.</p>
<p>Thank you all.</p>