Gemalie Perez-The Corsair
The debate over global warming is one that will be argued for times to come.
On March 22, PJC students will take on the subject matter during a good old-fashion debate, consisting of an opening statement from each team, five rounds of rebuttals, and a closing statement from each team.
“This topic has been in the news a lot this year. There were allegations of funded data which made the news, the House of Representatives has been debating cap and trade legislation to deal with carbon emissions, and the Copenhagen Climate Summit was held recently. Being as our college-wide theme is ecological and economic sustainability, I thought it would be a timely opportunity to have a student-led debate on this topic,” stated Jeff Wooters, who will be moderating the debate.
The event will consist of approximately 60 of Wooters’ Environmental Science students, with 10 being chosen to debate upon arrival to the event.
The “Global Warming is Real” team will take the position that global warming is occurring due to human activities.
On the opposing side, the “Global Warming is a Hoax” team will argue that global warming is not occurring, or is so, is occurring due to a natural phenomenon.
“I can’t speak for the pro group, but members of our group are trying to get organized and present a good side of the debate. Hopefully it will be a good show,” stated Desiree’ Bingham, member of the “Global Warming is a Hoax” team.
The free action-packed event will take place on Monday, March 22 in the Hagler Auditorium (Building 2, Room 2520) from 6-8pm.