2008 Woodie Awards
Members get 'thrill' speaking to crowds
By: Vanessa Lesperance
Issue date: 4/2/08 Section: News
"I am majoring in public relations and minoring in interpersonal communications, so this is a stepping stone for that," Hartman said.
Nick Woodward, a Lake City freshman, received two individual awards at the state competition during his first year competing.
"I saw a table at MAINstage and the veteran members of the team were so nice and informative that I couldn't wait to officially join the team," Woodward said.
With three years of forensics experience in high school, Woodward is already off to a great start.
Woodward particularly likes competing in "After Dinner Speaking," where he placed fifth in the state.
"They are fun because not only do you laugh a lot, but you are made aware of issues in our society that make you think," Woodward said.
Marquette sophomore Emily Edwards also placed in two events at the state competition. She said being a part of the team is fun, as well as a useful tool for the future.
"The team is more than an organization - we are a family," Edwards said.
With law school in her future, Edwards said the research and communication skills utilized on this team will be beneficial.
The team is likely to continue to succeed in tournaments, winning a number of team sweepstakes in the past.
"Not all students go at once, so it's hard to win," Hinck said. "But we have a pretty strong entry this year."
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Nick Woodward, a Lake City freshman, received two individual awards at the state competition during his first year competing.
"I saw a table at MAINstage and the veteran members of the team were so nice and informative that I couldn't wait to officially join the team," Woodward said.
With three years of forensics experience in high school, Woodward is already off to a great start.
Woodward particularly likes competing in "After Dinner Speaking," where he placed fifth in the state.
"They are fun because not only do you laugh a lot, but you are made aware of issues in our society that make you think," Woodward said.
Marquette sophomore Emily Edwards also placed in two events at the state competition. She said being a part of the team is fun, as well as a useful tool for the future.
"The team is more than an organization - we are a family," Edwards said.
With law school in her future, Edwards said the research and communication skills utilized on this team will be beneficial.
The team is likely to continue to succeed in tournaments, winning a number of team sweepstakes in the past.
"Not all students go at once, so it's hard to win," Hinck said. "But we have a pretty strong entry this year."
news@cm-life.com
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