Motion: This House, as you, would join KDS. Keio Debating Squad (KDS) is the only English debating club at Keio University! In terms of debating, you have to build your arguments based on the side you are allocated (proposition or opposition) in a relatively short period of time to persuade judges. It is such a thrilling experience that you can never enjoy otherwise. There is no obstacle to enjoying the parliamentary debate. It doesn't require you to be an English native speaker or remember everything in an encyclopedia - you just need a pen, a piece of paper, and a timer. KDS is also known for the diverse backgrounds of the members and abundant debating resources. And what we are most proud of is in the warm community! We are looking forward to spending a wonderful time with you all!
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Activity Information
Activity Days
Mon / Wed / Fri / Other
Practice at SFC is mainly held on Tuesdays and Sundays.
Activity Locations
Hiyoshi / SFC
(You can participate online at the reserved Hiyoshi campus)
Activity Base
We have club room 305. However, training will be held at the following locations.
Yearly Schedule
Spring (Apr. - Jun.)
New arrivals, lectures, competitions between upperclassmen and first-year students
Summer (Jul. - Sep.)
Summer training camp, first year tournament (competition expedition included)
Autum (Oct. - Dec.)
First-year competitions/international competitions/events
Winter (Jan. - Mar.)
Chase competition/OBOG meeting/domestic/international tournament
Busy Period
Fixed yearly. Participation frequency is up to you!
*Participation in the tournament is voluntary, so you can adjust it as you like!
About Members
Number of Members
123 people
Number of Members by Years
2nd year: 87 people
3rd year: 21 people
4th year: 13 people
5th and 6th years: 2 people
Number of Members by Campuses
Hiyoshi / Mita / Yagami:110 people
SFC:11 people
Shinanomachi:2 people
Gender Ratio
Male:Female = 58:42
Ratio of Joining Multiple Clubs
80%
Costs
Admission Cost
¥5,000
Yearly Cost
¥10,000
(Collected every year)
Instrumental Cost
None
Training Camp Cost
¥26,000
Information of Admission
Admission Limit
None
Admission Condition
None
Accept Non-newcomers
Possible
How to Join
Join the Shinkan LINE group → Contact the executive department to inform you of your enrollment → Enrollment will be completed as soon as payment is confirmed