The Akron University Tournament

Competed on: October 15, 2005
Competed at: The Akron University Tournament
Number of Schools Involved: 13
Bowling Green State University, George Mason University, Grove City College, Hillsdale College, Illinois State University, Jackson County Community College, Kent State University, Malone College, Marietta College, Miami University, Muskingum College, Wayne State University, University of Akron
Record:
After Dinner Speaking:
1st place Megan Schreck, senior
Public Relations Extemporaneous Speaking:
3rd place Megs Schreck, senior
Impromptu Speaking:
5th place Amy Bitely, sophomore
Individual Sweepstakes:
5th place Megs Schreck, senior
Number of Awards: 4
"Meeting national competitors is a terrific way of learning and goal setting. To also win is thrilling," said Dr. Mabry M. O'Donnell, McCoy Professor of Communication and coach of the Forensics team.
"Competing against forensicators from top state universities challenged us both as a team and as individuals. We were able to evaluate our strengths and weaknesses and are looking forward our home tournament, the Wilcox," said team president, Megs Schreck.
"I am honored to have competed against national-level speakers, and I feel that the experience has helped me to develop my own skills," said Amy Bitely.(See Photos)