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Professor Justin Eckstein wins Rohrer Research Award Congratulations to Justin Eckstein, Assistant Professor of Communication and Director of Debate, who was recently awarded the 2017 Daniel Rohrer Award for Outstanding Research by the American Forensics Association.  His research is titled, “Sound Arguments, Argumentation and Advocacy”. Among the most important activities of the… December 14, 2018

Forensics expert to give notable presentation on campus Dr. David Zarefsky to speak on the 1858 public debates Renowned argumentation scholar David Zarefsky will bring his expertise to Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) to speak on “Lincoln, Douglas, and Slavery: In the Crucible of Public Debate” on Thursday, May 14 at 6 p.m. in… April 29, 2015 Debate

Forum; and the moderator for the Ruth Anderson Public Debate Series. He teaches class such as Applied Research, Argumentation & Advocacy, Introduction to Communication, and Gender & Communication. Dr. Eckstein’s research explores argumentation and debate. His work has appeared in Communication and Critical/Cultural Studies, The Quarterly Journal of Speech, Western Journal of Communication, Communication Studies, Contemporary Argumentation & Debate,The Journal of Argumentation in Context

 think critically will help you in law school. Classes that require you to develop your skills in written and oral argumentation and teach you to structure logical arguments. Classes with expose you to diversity in topics, people, perspectives, and approaches to understanding. What classes at PLU should I take? While any class that challenges you develops your reading, writing, and critical thinking skills, the follow classes may be particularly helpful: Philosophy 228 Social and Political Philosophy

Alumni NewsletterSummer 2014New Forensics Director Builds on PLU LegacyPLU Forensics has a longstanding tradition of success, and this year they’ve added a new face to that tradition. Dr. Justin Eckstein, the new Forensics Director, holds a Doctorate in Rhetoric and Communication Ethics from the University of Denver. He is an award-winning researcher, and his work has been featured in internationally renowned argumentation periodicals.Dr. Eckstein has been involved in Forensics for the last 17

before spending 20 minutes answering questions. Zarefsky’s lecture examined more than history, conspiracy theories and argumentation: He spoke of Lincoln’s improvements throughout the debates, reminding debaters, students and faculty of the importance of practice and dedication.