The first meeting of the Freshman Debating Club was not as well attended as it should have been. At this time of political excitement, when the people are brought face to face with problems of commanding interest, it seems strange that more students do not take the opportunity of hearing these questions debated and adding their own share to the discussion. A debate on topics of public interest not only gives one a better grasp on the the points at issue, but enables one to present them more clearly to his fellows. One is liable, at any time, to be called on to defend this or that line of policy in national affairs. A little former practice in public debate is a great help to such a person for clearness of exposition and directness of argument. There are three debating clubs in the University that offer such opportunities to all.