Our Team
President : Griffen Hehmeyer
Freshman
Majoring in Philosophy & Communication with a minor in Leadership
I joined Debate Society at the University of Washington to find a community of individuals who share my passion for speech and debate. I want to find avenues to grow as a speaker and help other committed students do the same, and I believe DSUW is the perfect place for me to pursue that goal.
Vice President : Ariel Brennan
Freshman
Majoring in Political Science & Philosophy with a minor in Data Science
I became a part of DSUW as a way to build friendships and apply the malleability of my skills in a way that I was not previously familiar with. As an ambitious out-of-state freshman—passionate about advocacy and open speech—I wanted to foster in the diverse UW communities by getting directly involved, all while sharpening my abilities in speech and argumentation.
Executive Director : Riley Marr
Freshman
Majoring in Finance & Accounting with as minor in Real Estate
I joined the UW Debate Society because I wanted to meet new people, improve my public speaking skills, and have a good time.
Director of Communication & Public Outreach : Piper Davidson
Freshman
Majoring in Law, Societies, and Justice & History
I joined the UW Debate Society to continue my love for the speaking arts and expand my horizons at the UW. I hope to build my own skills while contributing to an environment that encourages growth for all members
Director of Communication & Graphic Design : Shreya Chandra
Freshman
Majoring in Chemical Engineering & Classics
I joined the Debate Society because I missed debating in high school and I wanted to continue to build my skills.
Treasurer & Fundraising Chair : Meha Singal
Sophomore
Majoring in Informatics
I wanted to join a space that values and encourages the necessity of public speaking and debating skills at the collegiate level
Tournament & Events Chair : Kaelyn Shibley
Freshman
Majoring in Political Science & Informatics : Data Science
I joined DSUW to continue debate in college and to push myself to be more competitive.
Student Assistant Coach : Aki Kawauchi
Freshman
Majoring in Internation Relations
I've got some experience in debating, and I was looking forward to entering a UW debate club...only to find out there wasn't any. But since I found out our president Griff was making one, I had no choice but to join and use my debate experience!