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Celebrating 25 Years of IDEA with Our Alumni
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Celebrating 25 Years of IDEA with Our Alumni

As IDEA celebrates 25 years, we remember the shared journey with our alumni. Your contributions have shaped who we are today, and we’d love to reconnect and hear how debate has impacted your life. Whether you're still coaching, using your debate ski...

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