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From The Editor by J. Scott Wunn - 1/05
This issue of Rostrum is dedicated to the hundreds of coaches and teachers that work hard everyday to provide tremendous forensic opportunities for our student members.
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Testimonial
There's No Debating About It! by Dr. Michael L. Fain - 1/05
Read about the physical struggles of NFL member, Chris Hunter, and how his experience with speech and debate helped build his confidence.
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Student Challenges
Do you have a Nickname for your Coach? by NFL Staff- 01/05
If so, what is it and why? See what the results are for the last student challenge.
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NFL Announcement
NFL Internship: A Success! by Sarah Gildea - 01/05
Sarah Gildea describes her intership experience and how it can be an exciting opportunity for a talented individual in 2005.
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Lincoln Douglas Debate
Logic in LD - Part III: Cross-Examination and Rebuttals by Jason Baldwin - 1/05
Part III explains basic principals, cross-examination, rebuttals, and final issue selection.
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Coach Reflection
Forensics at the Cross-Roads by Rick Herder - 01/05
"There is little doubt that High School forensics has reached a transition point. There is a wide variety of issues at play here, and each deserves to be considered in its own right."
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NDCA Coaches' Corner
Scrutinizing Traditional Conventions by David Glass, NDCA President - 1/05
Read about the concept of flat power.
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Coach Profile
Meet Randy Pierce by Matt Huber - 01/05
Pattonville Speech and Debate Team held suprise luncheon to honor Randy Pierce for 30 years of coaching at Pattonville High School, in Maryland Heights.
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NJFL - Grades 6-8
Why Lead a Middle School Program? by Coach Anson Shuman - 01/05
"The program (NJFL) on the middle school level in my state is worth the time, effort, blood, sweat, and tears."
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NFL Staff Profile
Meet the Staff - Elly Kantorowicz Interviewed and written by Carol Zanto - 01/05
Elly Kantorowicz joined the NFL family in 1958 as a NFL Calligrapher.
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