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WUDC Panama 2025?

From December 27th, 2024 to January 4th, 2025, PANAMA will become the world capital of young talent by hosting the 45th edition of the World Universities Debating Championship.

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About us

WHAT IS WUDC?

The World Universities Debate Championship is an academic traveling tournament inaugurated in January 1981 when hosted by Glasgow University Union. Since then, it has dramatically grown, being able to host over 400 teams representing more than 380 universities from around the globe.

Debating in Panama

The debate community in Panama has been competing at the national and international level for more than 25 years. British Parliamentary, however, has been a relatively new concept, introduced in 2014 by the first Panamanians to ever break at CMUDE Mexico (Spanish Worlds).

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Key resources

Registration Policy

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Visa Process Breakdown

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Panama WUDC 2025 BID

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Visa Support Form

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Scholarship
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WUDC 2025 Timeline

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Host team

Academic team

Tab team

Advisors

equity team

language team

NEED HELP?

We know you might have a few questions about our the tournament and we’re here to help! Visit our FAQ page to find quick answers to the most common questions.

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About Panama

Panama is a captivating blend of vibrant culture, rich history, and stunning natural beauty. Discover its breathtaking beaches, historic landmarks, and lively nightlife. Visit our page for top recommendations on must-see tourist attractions in Panama!

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important dates

February

13th – First Visa Registration Opens

16th – Registration Policy is released

17th – Registration Phase 1 Opens

March

14th – First Visa Registration Closes

17th – Registration Phase 1 Closes

21st – Second Visa Registration Opens

25th – Provisional Allocations Phase 1

30th – First Payments open

April

1st – Travel and Flights info

7th – Phase 1 Additional slots requests open

10th – Registration Phase 2 (final) opens

16th – Second Visa Registration Closes

21st – Phase 1 Additional slots requests closes

30th – First Payment Closes

May

1st – IA Applications Phase 1 opens

4th – Confirmation of Allocations Phase 1

12th – Registration Phase 2 (final) closes

13th – Third Visa Registration (final) opens

19th – Provisional Allocations Phase 2

24th – Payments Phase 2 open

27th – Third Visa Registration (final) closes

June

1st – IA Applications Phase 1 close

2nd – Confirmation of Allocations Phase 2

25th – Payments Phase 2 closes

30th – Final Allocations

July

1st – IA Applications Phase 2 (final) opens

2nd – Final Payment Phase 3 (final) opens

August

1st – IA Applications Phase 2 (final) closes

17th – IA Applications Results are released

September

4th – Payment Phase 3 (final) closes

December

December 27th through January 4th – WUDC 2025

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WUDC Panama 2025

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WUDC Panama 2025
PANAMENIAN SLANG!Speak like a local 🗣️Every country has its own unique language nuances, especially when it comes to everyday expressions. Here are a few helpful Panamanian phrases to incorporate into your conversations during your time here 🇵🇦✨️See you soon!#wudcpanama2025 … See MoreSee Less

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THE WUDC PANAMA 2025 DRESS CODE IS HERE!✨As we are in a tropical country, even though it’s the dry season, Panama can still be quite humid. While the competition rooms will be air-conditioned, the dining areas may not be as cool.With this in mind, for competition days, we recommend an attire that is light and fresh, but still put-together and having a jacket or hoodie on hand for air-conditioned areas. We suggest avoiding flip-flops, minis, shorts, and shirts with pronounced cleavage.RECOMMENDATIONS:👉For social events we recommend Festive Attire, avoiding shorts or open shoes. 👉For the closing gala, we recommend Formal Night-Time Attire.👉For ceremonies, we recommend Western Business Attire or Business Casual.As a visual inspiration, we’ve created a 📌PINTEREST BOARD 🔗https://www.pinterest.com/wudcpanama/ with some awesome ideas for the WUDC social events. ✨It’s the perfect space for you to let your style shine and find the inspiration you need to create something unique!✨💬 Have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us.#wudcpanama2025 … See MoreSee Less

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THE VOLUNTEER FORM FOR PSYCHOLOGY STUDENTS AS EMOTIONAL SUPPORT COACHES IS HERE!To support competitors in managing these challenges, we are introducing Emotional Support Coaches. These individuals, primarily psychology students, will act in a role similar to that of sports psychologists in competitive environments. Their purpose is to promote mental and emotional well-being by providing tools to manage stress, stay calm, and maintain focus. 🧠✨⏳ Deadline: Tuesday, December 24th, 2024, at 11:59 PM (GMT-5)🔗 docs.google.com/forms/d/11XsjxWGhHsWtdyPOL-GUE3BZ2mcjh8l5ocLflQkqypA/edit💬 Have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us.#wudcpanama2025 … See MoreSee Less

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📢 ACCOMMODATION ANNOUNCEMENTSDear Participants,Please be informed that we are no longer accepting requests for accommodation extensions at this time.Thank you for your understanding. We’re excited to welcome you all to WUDC PANAMA 2025.‼️Soon, you’ll receive an email with your final accommodation‼️Best regards,The WUDC Panama 2025 Team.#wudcpanama2025 … See MoreSee Less

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3 days ago

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Elevate your New Year’s Eve look with a glamorous night cocktail ensemble. Your registration fee includes entry to the event, but you can enhance your experience by purchasing an OPEN BAR PASS in advance at a discounted rate.🎇OPEN BAR BREAK NIGHT PASS: Your ticket to an unforgettable night!Enjoy a selection of drinks:🥃 Rum🥃 Seco (A Traditional Panamanian liquor)🥃 Vodka🥃 GinPrices:💵 $25: Pre-event (Via CuantoApp).💵 $30: During the event week (Cash or CuantoApp).💵 $35: Direct payment at the door.About Payments📢 PRE-SALE: $25👉To secure your pass at the pre-sale price, make your payment via CuantoApp using the following link: cuanto.app/aspadepanama/w/a6cd4b👉Please note that all payments through CuantoApp will include an additional 4.9% transaction fee.👉The pre-sale is available exclusively until DECEMBER 27th!📢 During the Event Week (Payment After December 27th): $30Starting December 28th and throughout the week, you will have two payment options:1️⃣ Pay through CuantoApp using a new link we will provide (with an additional 4.9% transaction fee).2️⃣ Pay in cash.📢Direct payment at the door: $35👉Make your payment on the event day: December 31st.👉Payment Methods: 1️⃣ Debit/Credit Card.2️⃣ Cash.‼️IMPORTANT: If you make a purchase via CuantoApp, please send the payment receipt to [email protected], along with the names of the people who made the purchase, so we can ensure everything is properly registered.Live this amazing experience at THE VENUE, SOHO MALL✨Get Ready for an Unforgettable Night 🔥 — Follow the Vibe 🔗https://www.facebook.com/thevenue.pa?mibextid=ZbWKwL … See MoreSee Less

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6 days ago

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📢 THE PARTICIPANT LIST, CLASH FORM AND TAB CORRECTION FORM ARE NOW AVAILABLE!‼Please note that both forms are due by Friday, December 20th, 2024, at 23:59 EST (Panama Time)‼The official public Participants List is now available here: 🔗https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1jRpD1F6RHuoNox7-hW-HKUERTurgDEJYNTp8uVEkjGM/edit?usp=sharingIt is MANDATORY that you do the following two things with this list:📌Check your name, position (whether you are a speaker or a judge), and partner (for teams). If you find any mistakes, inform the Tab Team by filling out the 🔗Tab Correction Form: forms.gle/arVK6t7G1QZarn1M7📌Check the list to identify clashes (e.g., judges with judges, debaters with judges, and vice versa) and report said clashes in the 🔗Equity Clash Form: forms.gle/aU7PGNKpR9FGMSam7💬 Have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us.#wudcpanama2025 … See MoreSee Less

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