Bid DocumentIndex:1
Introduction3-4Letter from the ConvenersLetter from the CA
team
10 Key Strengths of Bid5
The Tournament6
The Hosts7-8
Adjudication 9-11Chief adjudicatorsDCA application
processWorkshops and developmentJudges fundingTab Team12
Language and Equity13-14
Organisation Committee15-19
The City of Cork20
Travelling to Cork21
Finance22-23
Registration24Scholarships2Socials25-26
Venues27-28
Accommodation29Volunteers30
A Letter From The Convening Team3
Dear European Debating Community,
We are delighted to present Cork's bid to host EUDC 2016. This
bid has been in the works for the past several months and we have
much more to give over the next two years. Cork is a wonderful
city, with a strong history of holding world class debating
tournaments. All accommodation is within walking distance of the
main tournament site, as well as social venues. Cork Euros
guarantees you the convenience and fun that the debating community
has come to expect from this great city.We also guarantee you a
well organised and financially sound competition. Our finances are
secure, we have an experienced and capable Org Comm, along with a
wealth of experienced alumni. We know that our adjudication team
led by Sally Rooney and Viktor Prlja will do their absolute best to
facilitate a week of top notch debating, and that they will
assemble the strongest DCA team possible, one that is diverse and
representative of the growing European debating community.We will
create an environment that is welcoming and inclusive at all stages
of the tournament, and our volunteers will help us to do this. You
will always be greeted by a friendly face in Cork. We sincerely
hope to see you in Cork in 2016.Le meas,Ciara Grant and Egan
HickeyCork EUDC 2016 Bid Convening Team
Letter from the Chief Adjudicators4Hello,
Were delighted to be involved in Corks bid for EUDC 2016. EUDC
means a great deal to us, as a prestigious and highly-competitive
tournament but also as a celebration of the European debating
community. Having worked with the Org Comm in the development of
the bid, and knowing Corks ability to secure funding and
orchestrate major competitions like WUDC 2009, we know we have the
coordination and commitment to organise a spectacular European
Championships in 2016.
We both look forward to being joined by a diverse and talented
team of some of Europes brightest minds when DCA applications open
next summer. Already, our budget includes at least 10,000 of
funding for independent judges, so we can guarantee high-quality
adjudication and feedback at every stage. Setting motions for a
major competition like Euros is an incredible opportunity, and were
committed above all else to making sure every single motion at EUDC
2016 is worth the journey. We want to start the kind of discussions
that make debating such a valuable part of university life.
Of course, Euros is more than just a competition, and we
understand the immense effort that goes into every level of
organization at a tournament so large and diverse. Cork Euros is
committed to training up a new Euros-quality tab team under the
leadership of 2014 Worlds tabmaster Harry McEvansoneya, ensuring
the future of European tabbing will be in safe hands. Were also
delighted to have Nika Jelaska and Srishti Krishnamoorthy on board
as Equity Officers, who will be committed to making Cork Euros a
respectful and welcoming place for every participant.
We both started out as volunteers at EUDC, and we feel
incredibly privileged to be writing to you now as your prospective
CAs. We want to earn your vote and were eager to hear feedback
about the bid, so dont hesitate to get in touch if you have
questions or comments.
Thanks for your time,Sally and Viktor
10 Key Strengths Of Bid5
1. An experienced, hard working, and capable adjudication team.
Sally Rooney and Viktor Prlja are fully committed to the bid for
the next two years.2. Judges funding of 10,000 is guaranteed,
allowing for the funding of roughly 50 independent judges.3. Full
university support, University College Cork has guaranteed 10,000
in sponsorship to Cork Euros 20164. Full city support, the Lord
Mayor of Cork has guaranteed full support from the city council and
the tourism boards. We are also working closely with the Cork
Convention Bureau.5. 250 years of debating tradition. The
Philosophical Society and the Law Society are two of UCC's largest
and oldest societies. We have previously hosted both EUDC and WUDC
to great success. 6. All accommodation and venues have been booked
and guaranteed. Quotes have been received for all food, security,
and social costs.7. Centralised campus, within walking distance of
accommodation and social venues.8. Tab team is led by an
experienced tabmaster, Harry McEvansoneya, and is also a
development opportunity for three up and coming tabmasters.9. Great
socials! Ranging from Irish traditional music nights to the final
gala, there will be a great variety of social events during the
tournament. Alcohol free socials will be available every night
also.10. Friendly, efficient, and well trained volunteers that will
be on hand from the moment you touch down in Ireland right up to
departures day.
The Tournament6
Key InfoTeam Cap: 240Judging Policy: N-1Reg Fee: 299 per
participant. (400 per observer)Schedule 14th 20th of August
Sunday 14th Arrivals day, preliminary briefing, and opening
ceremony
Monday 15thRounds 1 3Irish Trad Night
Tuesday 16thRounds 4 6Women's night
Wednesday 17thRounds 7 9Break night
Thursday 18thOpen and ESL quarter finals, Open and ESL semi
finalsLGBT* Night
Friday 19thOpen and ESL finalsFinal Gala
Saturday 20thDeparture day
About The Hosts7
Cork EUDC will be a collaboration between UCC's two debating
institutions, the Law Society and the Philosophical (Philosoph)
Society. Combined we have a debating tradition that is 250 years
old. Debating is firmly established in UCC and receives full
university support. Both societies attract corporate sponsorship
annually and have built up a network of contacts and alumni over
the years. Members of both societies are eager and willing to
support the Cork Euros bid.
Both institutions compete annually at WUDC and EUDC, as well as
attending national and international tournaments. The Philosoph
hosts the annual Cork IV, one of Ireland's largest IVs with 250
participants. The Law Society hosts the National Law Conference, an
event which receives national and international media coverage.We
are well accustomed to running spectacular social events also. We
host three large balls each year, the Law Dinner, the Philosoph
Gala, and the Law Ball, along with weekly social events following
debates. 8Our weekly activities include house meetings on various
topics, visits from guest speakers, speaker development, workshops
and internal debating leagues. We run a large schools development
programme and debating league, aimed at encouraging secondary
school students to get involved in debating, culminating in the
Munster Schools Final. Every year along with debating societies in
Galway and Dublin, we organise the National Schools Debating
Championships.
Our experience of successfully hosting both Worlds and Euros
makes us the ideal choice for guaranteeing the European debating
community a successful tournament. In the past the Philosoph hosted
Cork Worlds in 1996. Philosoph and Law Soc collaborated to host
Cork Worlds again in 2009, and Cork Euros in 2005. We feel that the
time has come again.
Adjudication9
Chief Adjudicator Sally RooneySally has had incredible success
on the competitive debating circuit. She was a finalist and a
member of the top breaking team at EUDC 2013, she was also the Best
Speaker at EUDC 2013 and the winner of the International Mace 2013.
Sally has proved herself as an extremely capable CA and judge at
numerous competitions.
Chief AdjudicatorViktor PrljaViktor was the Best ESL Speaker at
EUDC 2013, he made the open break at Chennai WUDC where he was also
the 4th best ESL speaker of the competition, and was the Oxford IV
ESL champion. Viktor has already proved himself a very capable CA,
and is due to CA many more competitions in the run up to Cork Euros
2016.10DCA Application ProcessOne of the key goals of Cork Euros is
to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for debaters from
all over Europe, as well as putting together great motions and
high-quality adjudication at every stage of the tournament. Sally
and Viktor are making regional representation a key criterion for
our future Adjudication Core to match the growth of the debating
community across Europe. Applications for five DCA positions will
open in summer of 2015, allowing ample time for the selected DCAs
to gain CA experience over the following months. The process will
consist of direct applications, nominations by third parties, and
discretionary invitations by the CA Team, which we believe will
allow us to put together the most diverse and highest-quality
Adjudication Core possible
Sally and Viktor can be contacted at
[email protected]
11Judges FundingA fantastic judging pool is of utmost importance
to Cork Euros. Not including the main adjudication core, 10,000
will be available in judges funding, allowing us to fund roughly 50
independent judges. This money will exclusively be used to cover
travel costs, reg fee waivers for independent judges have been
accounted for in the main budget.Application for independent judges
will open in April of 2016.Deirdre Milner and Alaana Landers, two
alumni of the Philosoph, have very generously agreed to sponsor the
reg fee of an independent, up and coming, female judge. This will
be available in addition to the funding above.
Workshops and DevelopmentIn the 12 months before Cork Euros,
Sally and Viktor, along with the selected DCAs, will facilitate
training and development workshops at competitions across Europe.
Viktor will also attend IDAS this coming November, these lectures
will be taped and made available. The Cork Euros workshops will be
recorded and uploaded to Youtube, allowing participants unable to
attend in person to benefit from this service.Tab Team12
Heading the tab team will be Harry McEvansoneya. Harry is an
incredibly experienced tab master, well accustomed to tabbing large
competitions. He has twice held the position of EUDC tabmaster, at
Galway 2011, and Manchester 2013. He was also tabmaster at WUDC
Chennai 2014. He has also tabbed numerous Irish IVs, Cork included.
His experience will ensure that the tab runs smoothly and
efficiently.
Markus Knutsson, Lisa Faherty, and Valerie Tierney will also
make up the tab team. With the two year bidding cycle, Cork Euros
2016 represents a great opportunity to develop new tabbing talent,
and this is reflected in our tab team selection.
Equity and Language13
Language and equity will be core values of Cork Euros. It is our
priority to ensure that everyone feels welcome and enjoys the
competition. Nika Jelaska and Srishti Krishnamoorthy will be our
Equity Officers. They will be supported by an equity team
consisting of one Org Comm member, one volunteer, and one
independent judge. In the case of serious equity violations this
team will be available to Nika and Srishti to consult with. With a
team cap of 240 Cork Euros will be a very large competition. A
large equity team allows us to identify any overarching equity
issues that may present during the tournament. A comprehensive
equity policy will be available after the bidding stage.
As a future M.SC in psychology, Ive had some basic education in
counselling, crisis and trauma management, and mediating. I also
work as a trainer for the Croatian Education and Development
Network for the Evolution of Communication. I have had experience
working with large groups of people with highly conflicting
opinions and attitudes on controversial and, for them, important
issues. I hope this will help me in working together with the
entire Cork team towards creating an EUDC that will be an enjoyable
experience where all participants can interact with each other in a
respectful and pleasing manner. - Nika
I have been committed to making the circuit more inclusive and
welcoming, particularly for freshers and for groups who have been
traditionally marginalised within debating. Having run equity
successfully at several major tournaments in the UK (including but
not limited to: Cambridge IV, Manchester IV and Monroe Cup), I am
sensitive to the challenges and demands of creating a tolerant
atmosphere, of producing a 14responsive and dynamic equity policy
with integrity, and of remaining visible, conscientious, accessible
and accountable for any issue that might arise. I believe in
respect, dialogue and plurality, and am profoundly privileged to
join the Cork Euros team as an Equity Officer. - Srishti
Organising Committee15Euros is a large competition, differing in
many ways from a normal IV. Together our Org Comm has participated
in a wide number of committees and event planning groups, giving
them transferable skills that they will carry forward to the
organisation of Cork Euros. Cork Euros has the full support of UCC,
and of Cork City Council. We will be working closely with the UCC
Societies' Office, the Accommodation and Conferencing Office, the
office of the Vice President for the Student Experience, the office
of the Lord Mayor of Cork, Cork City Council, and Bord Filte
(Ireland's tourism authority). We are also working closely with the
Cork Convention Bureau, a professional events company that
specialises in events involving international delegates.The Org
Comm will also be supported by a large number of UCC alumni. These
alumni have a wealth of experience in organising Cork Euros 2005
and Cork Worlds 2009. Their advice and guidance will add to the Org
Comm's capacity to deliver a world class tournament.
Convenor - Ciara [email protected] has sat on
the Philosoph executive committee in a wide number of roles. She
has experience in delivering excellent events, having served as
Social Secretary, Inter Varsity Convenor, and External Convenor. In
particular her organisation of the highly successful Cork IV 2013
has demonstrated her capacity to organise an excellent Euros
tournament. In all her roles within UCC she has gained the
necessary skills and experience to ensure that Cork Euros will be a
fun, well organised, and smooth running competition that everyone
can enjoy.16Deputy Convenor - Egan
[email protected] is a current member of
the UCC Law Society and an active competitive debater. As Moot
Convenor of the 84th Session, he successfully organised UCCs
largest ever Moot Competition. He also served as Finance Officer
for the UCC Languages Ball. In these positions Egan has learned
valuable skills along the way which he will carry forward with him
to the EUDC Org Comm.
Finance Officer - Michelle [email protected]
is a fully qualified accountant, having completed a Masters in
Accounting in UCC. This ensures that she has the professional
training and knowledge needed to manage the finances of Cork Euros.
Michelle was auditor of the UL Debating Union before coming to UCC
where she took up the position of Internal Convenor. She has served
as Chief Adjudicator and convenor of many tournaments, including
the Limerick Open.
17Sponsorship Officer - James
[email protected] is the auditor of the UCC
Law Society. He has previously sat on the Philosoph committee as IV
Convenor of the 163rd Session, and as Schools Convenor of the 164th
session. Contacting and liaising with sponsors was an integral part
of both these roles, ensuring that he has the necessary skills and
experience to attract top name sponsors to Cork Euros.
Socials Officer - Clodagh [email protected]
has been involved in debating since she first came to university.
As well as representing Cork at national and international
competitions, she has sat on the Philosoph committee both as
Projects Offider and Social Secretary. In her roles she has
organised the Philosoph Gala, a banquet ball for both current and
alumni members and well as other internal tournaments, including
the Lord Mayor's Gold Medal. Clodagh has also worked professionally
in Cork's hospitality sector, allowing her to create personal
contacts with the managers and promoters of Cork's top venues. She
will ensure that everyone enjoys themselves at Cork Euros.
18Head of Volunteers - Sarah [email protected]
Head Volunteer Sarah will be charged with recruiting and training
the 60-70 volunteers needed to run Cork Euros. Sarah has served as
Social Secretary of the 164th Session and is the current Auditor of
the Philosoph. She is an experienced leader who will ensure that
that Cork's proud tradition of well trained, knowledgeable, and
friendly volunteers will continue.
PRO - Ellen [email protected] is the current IV
Convenor for the Philosoph. She will be responsible for the
promotion, marketing, and press coverage of Cork Euros. With two
years experience in marketing and publicity, Ellen can guarantee
that Cork Euros will attract high profile coverage, giving knock on
benefits to sponsorship and public sector support.
19Registration OfficerTo Be Appointed
A registration officer will be appointed if the bid is
successful. This person will be the main liaison between registered
teams and the Org Comm. They will be responsible for providing
invitation letters for those who require visas, and any other
queries relating to registration.
Hospitality OfficerTo Be Appointed
A hospitality officer will be appointed if the bid is
successful. They will be responsible for room assignments and
accommodation queries, along with organising the cultural tours,
and the walking tours on arrival.
The City Of Cork 20
Cork is a wonderful city with so much to offer. Often referred
to as the real capital of Ireland, Cork is a modern and vibrant
city that has managed to retain so much of its cultural heritage
and history. Cork was the European Capital of Culture in 2005, and
was named in Lonely Planets Top 10 Cities in the World to
Visit.
Cork is a small and compact city, the main shopping centre is a
ten minute walk from the main UCC campus, as are all the main night
life spots. Cork is well known as a 'foodie' city, home to the
famous English Market. We would encourage all competitors to
explore the city and surrounding county in their down time. Walking
tours will be available on arrivals day, so you can get to know the
city. If there is sufficient interest, bus trips to the Blarney
Stone and the Cliffs of Moher (two of Ireland's biggest tourist
attractions) will be available.Travelling To Cork21
By Air:Cork airport is located just 20 minutes from Cork city, a
regular bus service runs from the airport to the city centre. Cork
airport offers direct routes to and from many major airports in
Europe, including London, Glasgow, Liverpool, Paris, Amsterdam,
Munich, Gdansk, and Vilnius. Volunteers will greet participants at
the airport and direct them to buses/taxis.
Dublin airport is 3 hours from Cork city, routes to all major
European cities operate from Dublin. A bus runs every hour from
Dublin airport to Cork city. Volunteers will also be present at
Dublin airport
By Sea:As an island, Ireland also has several major ferry routes
connecting the country to mainland Europe. Ferries run daily from
Cork to Roscoff, Rosslare to Cherbourg, Rosslare to Fishguard,
Dublin to Holyhead, and from Dublin to Liverpool.
On arrivals day volunteers will be on hand at the Cork bus and
train station to help all competitors to find their way to UCC
Finance22
We have already secured 10,000 in sponsorship from UCC. Our
finances are sound and we have enough money to run the competition
without any further sponsorship. We have booked and guaranteed
venues and accommodation, and have received quotes for food,
security, and other miscellaneous costs.
Of course we will be actively seeking additional sponsorship and
this money will be used to increase the quality of the event
overall, on additional judges, extra drinks vouchers, and treats
for participants.
23Brief budget as of the 19tht of July, 2014.
Team Cap (240)
Revenue
Alumni Reg Free 299
Sponsorship10,000
Registration Fees@ 480 team individuals120 institutional
judges179,400
189,699
Costs
Accommodation90,800
Food51,620
Socials (not including venues)12,205
Misc (including promotional materials)4,020
Adjudication Costs11,800
Venue Costs7,000
Security Costs3,000
184,445
Surplus5,254
Registration24Registration will follow the process used by
Manchester EUDC and Zagreb EUDC. Ranking based on the number of
past EUDC breaks will determine team allocation. The large team cap
should guarantee that all institutions receive at least one team
spot. Registration will open in March of 2016. A deposit will be
necessary to secure team spots, with the balance to be paid in
May.
Further details will be available closer to the time.
ScholarshipsCork Euros is dedicated to developing debating
across Europe. We will be providing 10 full registration fee
scholarships, along with 10 half price registration fee
scholarships. The eligibility for these scholarships will be on a
financial needs basis, and will be focused towards institutions and
countries that do not have a strong tradition of attending
Euros.
Socials25EUDC isnt just about debating, its about so much more
than that. EUDC represents an opportunity for debaters from all
over Europe to come together and to make lifelong friends. Socials
will be of utmost importance at Cork Euros. Cork is a student city,
well known for having a vibrant and diverse social scene, which
participants of Cork Euros will get to experience.
We will create an inclusive environment where everyone feels
comfortable and welcome. Alcohol free socials will be provided on
all nights of the competition, alongside traditional socials, so
there is something to cater for all competitors. UCC is a ten
minute walk from Cork city centre, and Corks City Centre has plenty
of bars and clubs that can hold all of our competitors. As well as
regular socials, there will also be themed socials including a
traditional Irish Music night, a LGBT* night and of course the
ultimate Cork tradition, KARAOKE! Womens night will feature more
prominently than ever. It will be a night for all participants to
celebrate women and their contribution to the world of debating.
26On the night of the grand final, a gala dinner will be held at a
luxury 4 star hotel, the Rochestown Park Hotel. Participants will
be treated to a champagne reception and a four course meal followed
by live music, a DJ, and dancing late into the night. A fitting end
to what is sure to be a wonderful week.
EUDC can be a stressful experience at times, we will have daily
activities between rounds, such as a petting zoo, for anyone in
need of a break from debating!
Venues27The majority of the tournament will take place on the
main campus of University College Cork. The campus is located in
the heart of Cork city, and is within walking distance of all local
amenities. Competitors will be able to avail of walking tours of
the UCC campus and Cork city on arrivals day, in order to
familiarise themselves with their home from home for the week!
All In rounds will take place in rooms that will be no more than
a 3 minute walk from the main announce room. There will be plenty
of volunteers on hand to show you to your rooms. Lunch and dinner
will also be served on campus. Any dietary requirements will be of
no issue, vegetarian, vegan, gluten intolerance, dairy intolerance,
halal, and kosher will all be catered for.28
The Grand Final will take place in Cork City Hall. This
impressive concert hall is a perfect reflection of the grandeur of
the occasion, and is one that all competitors and participants will
be sure to remember.
Accommodation29All participants (both speakers and judges) will
be housed in UCCs campus accommodation. Participants will share
fully furnished apartments for the duration of the competition.
(Castlewhite and Brookfield). Apartments are fitted with 4 - 8
bedrooms (both single and twin rooms available), a sitting room,
private bathroom, and fully equipped kitchen. Apartments will be
stocked with breakfast before arrival.
These apartments are just a five minute walk from the main UCC
campus where in rounds will be held, so no buses required! With the
exception of the final gala dinner, all socials will also be within
walking distance of the accommodation. Participants will have
access to the Brookfield leisure centre, which comes complete with
its own swimming pool and water slide!
Volunteers30Cork EUDC will be organised by the Philosph and the
Law Society, two of the largest societies in UCC. The majority of
our volunteers will come from this core membership. The Philosoph
organises one of the largest schools debating competitions in
Ireland, we expect that many of our young debaters will be eager to
volunteer during the competition and will help with day time
activities. 40 volunteers will be drawn from these channels.
Ireland has a very strong competitive debating circuit, and
members of other Irish institutions have shown huge support for the
bid so far, we expect many of our volunteers will come from within
Ireland. An open call for volunteers will be put out in May of 2016
to recruit a further 20 - 30 volunteers of required.Volunteers are
key to a successful tournament, our volunteers, led by Sarah, will
be fully trained and well organised. They will be a friendly and
helpful face to all participants.
Thank you for taking the time to read our bid document.
If you have any questions or would like more information on any
part of the bid please email Ciara at [email protected]
If your question is relevant to adjudication please email Sally
and Viktor at [email protected]
We hope to see you in Cork in 2016.
