Jessica Donahue earns honors at speech, debate competition

2014 Nov 6

The Wartburg College Forensics speech and debate team recently placed third in the limited entry sweepstakes division at the annual Vocal Vikings Forensics Tournament hosted by Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato, Minnesota.

Jessica Donahue, a junior from Waukee majoring in writing and communication arts, was part of the three-person group competing against teams from 20 schools in a six-state region.

"The students did an amazing job, especially among such a large field of schools. Their dedication really paid off this weekend," said David Brennan, assistant director of forensics.

Individual honors include:

Jessica Donahue and Andrew Tubbs, third place, Duo Interpretation

Tubbs, fourth place, After-Dinner Speaking

Lindokuhle Simelane, fifth place, Persuasive Speaking

The Knights will travel to Marshall, Minnesota, for the Valley Forensics Tournament Nov. 7.