Support the Paul J. & Karey V. Skiermont Intercollegiate Policy Debate Program Endowed Fund
Gifts made to the Paul J. and Karey V. Skiermont Intercollegiate Policy Debate Program Endowment support the long-term strategic goals of UK Debate. This includes staff, travel fees and expenses, events, equipment, general support funds for team member(s) and outreach to K-12 students.
UK Debate is one of the oldest and most successful competitive academic teams/programs on campus and the endowment ensures its continued long-term success. Its history includes two National Debate Team (NDT) Championships, a Tau Kappa Alpha National Championship, six NDT top speakers and five NDT semifinal appearances.
A debate education hones the skills of civic engagement and democratic participation by enhancing communication skills, generating critical thought and reflecting upon the significant public issues of the day. It also promotes in-depth study and rigorous research on a wide variety of complex subjects.
By supporting UK Debate on One Day, your gift supports our students’ pursuit of excellence and allows our program to continue to compete at the highest levels.
Your Gift Will Be Matched!
UK Debate is elated to announce a gift of $125,000 from Paul and Karey Skiermont to support the Paul J. and Karey Skiermont Intercollegiate Policy Debate Program Endowment. This fund devoted to supporting the core mission of the debate program is a vital piece of protecting the long-term sustainability of debate at Kentucky. This effort is a testament to the impact debate has made in the lives of students and the critical importance of our alumni family.
$5,000 of this gift has been set aside as challenge funds for One Day for UK. Each time 5 people donate, an additional $1,000 will be added to our final fundraising total (up to a maximum of $5,000).
The program is extremely grateful for Paul and Karey’s generous gift and for the continued support from our entire alumni base.