Who Are We?

The average CDS debater is part of 3 student organizations, graduating with 2 majors, and holds 1 on-campus job.

Our brilliant debaters hail from a diverse set of academic backgrounds, studying in the fields of economics, math, political science, public policy, computer science, and more.

In addition, many of our most successful alumni have gone on to become pioneers in business, politics, law, and academia.

Where Are We Now?

CDS develops a tight alumni network of professionals hailing from a variety of sectors, including consulting, quant trading, banking, technology, nonprofits, education, public sector, law, think tanks, and more!

Our team prepares its members for all types of careers by fostering strong public speaking, leadership, writing, and critical thinking skills.

Our alumni have also gone on to attend law school and business school, as well as top-ranked PhD and Masters programs across the globe.

CDS debaters have earned graduate degrees from institutions such as Harvard, Cambridge, Oxford, Stanford, Yale, NYU, Columbia, Peking University, Wharton, MIT, UChicago, Tsinghua University, and many others.

Participating in CDS unlocks a wealth of opportunities in academia by discovering a passion for a multidisciplinary approach to learning.

If you are an alumni of CDS, we’d love to stay in touch! We are always looking for opportunities to reconnect with former debaters through judging opportunities, pre professional advice, and guest lectures!

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