Coach
Director of Debate
Dr. Jan Hovden
Dr. Hovden joined the Brooks Quimby Debate Council in the 2008-2009 academic year. She previously taught and coached the policy debate team at the University of Kansas. She currently teaches courses in the rhetoric department at Bates College in addition to serving as the Director of Debate for the Brooks Quimby Debate Council.
Officers
Tournament Director
Andy joined the Team in 2008 as a First Year at Bates. This is his first year as an officer on the Council.
Director of Publicity & Alumni Relations
Ariela served as the Team's Director of Publicity & Alumni Relations for the two previous years.
Tournament Director
Andrew joined the team in 2008 as a First Year at Bates. This is his first year as an officer of the Team.
Equity Officer
Catherine joined the team in her first-year at Bates. This is her first year as an officer.
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President
Convener of Public Debates
Mir joined the Team in 2008 as a Sophomore at Bates. This is his first year as an officer.
President
Matt has previously served as the Director of Novice Affairs and Convener of Public Debates.
Director of Novice Affairs
Rachel served as the Team's Equity Officer for her Sophomore and Junior years at Bates.
Vice President
Walter has previously served as the Council's Tournament Director.