February 02, 2025

Volunteers needed for the 2025 National Oratorical Contest

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Volunteers needed for the 2025 National Oratorical Contest

The contest will be held in Hillsdale, Mich., May 17-18.

American Legion National Headquarters is looking for volunteers to help with the 2025 National High School Oratorical Contest Finals at Hillsdale College in Hillsdale, Mich., May 17-19. The contest features more than 50 high school youth from across the country who deliver prepared speeches on the U.S. Constitution. The support of many volunteers is needed to conduct the contest, which will provide more than $203,500 in college scholarships.

Needed volunteer positions include judges, escorts, and holding room and assigned topic room monitors.

Volunteer registration is now open. Fill out the volunteer form here.

Please note that National Headquarters will not provide any financial compensation for time or travel expenses associated with volunteer support. As a volunteer, you will be provided with housing at no cost. Please note you will be housed in a college dormitory, not a hotel setting. Hotel options are available at your own cost. You will be sharing a room with another individual and sharing a bathroom. It is important to understand that Hillsdale College and American Legion Staff cannot accommodate special needs or requests. Luxuries such as television, refrigerators, and coffee makers, etc. will not be available in your room. Breakfast, lunch and dinners will be provided on campus in the cafeteria.

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