With great pleasure, we greet you in the midst of another successful season and on the heels of placing 20th in the nation at the 2007 American Forensics Association National Individual Events Tournament. Being nationally ranked is especially impressive when considering 14 of the top 20 schools are Division I schools. This accomplishment reflects the commitment to EXCELLENCE that permeates our tradition-laden program.
A little over a century since its inception, the Gustavus forensic tradition continues with multiple state champions in both debate and individual events, two all Americans, and a nationally ranked program. As the present growth and competitiveness was built upon the strong tradition of the past, our present success will provide the foundation for the next century of Gustavus forensics. To do so fully, we must solidify opportunities for more students, more championships, and more national recognition.
You can be part of this strong tradition and the exciting future by joining with us in the Gustavus Friends of Forensics. The Gustavus Friends of Forensics is a network of alumni, parents, and friends who are committed to making Gustavus Forensics the paradigm for competitive forensics. You can be a part of increasing the program’s national visibility by providing the necessary resources to travel nationally and internationally. You can help advance the reputation of excellence that defines the Gustavus Adolphus College Forensics Program. Please look for more information in the coming weeks detailing Gustavus Friends of Forensics. Forensics Reunion February 15, 2008 We also would like to take this opportunity to invite you to the first annual Gustavus Friends of Forensics Reunion to be held, Friday, February 15 starting at 6:00 pm in the 3 Crowns Room (Jackson Campus Center) in conjunction with hosting the 2008 Minnesota Collegiate Forensics Association State Championships. The purpose of the reunion is to introduce Gustavus Friends of Forensics, to induct the first two individuals into the Gustavus Adolphus College Forensics Hall of Fame, and to celebrate our accomplishments with the people responsible for our storied tradition. Our program is indebted to our alumni and friends for your dedication and continued support, and we would be honored to have you in attendance. Should you be interested in attending, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Kristofer B. Kracht Dr. Phillip Voight Dr. John Braun Dr. Bill RobertzDirector of Forensics Director of Forensics Director of Forensics Director of Forensics
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