2021-2022 Officers

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Alyssa Gorbaneva
Captain

Hi, I'm Alyssa! I'm incredibly excited to be your captain in my senior year. I've loved debate and competed in it since middle school. With the help of all our amazing officers, it's my goal to keep Public Forum debate the inclusive and rewarding activity it has been for so many years at TJ. Besides debate, I also enjoy math and computer science. Reach out if you have any questions; I will be happy to help!

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Brian Zhou
Captain

Hello! My name is Brian (he/him), and I'm a sophomore. This is my third year of competing in Public Forum, and I've competed on the local and national circuit, first speaking at Pennsbury. I also do Quiz Bowl in my spare time, and love learning more about the world around us, as well as math and computer science. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me via email or facebook!

Alina Chen
Novice Teaching Coordinator

Hey! My name is Alina (she/her), and I'm a sophomore. This is my second year of competing in Public Forum, and I have competed on both the local and national circuit. My partner and I placed first at VHSL states and qualified to NSDA Nationals. In my free time, I like to listen to music and play volleyball. I'm looking forwards to a great year as your Teaching Coordinator!

Tanvi Bhave
JV Teaching Coordinator

hi! My name is Tanvi Bhave and I am currently a junior. I’ve been doing debate for the last 3 years and have placed on the national circuit. In my free time I love to listen to music (Billie and Harry!!!) and play basketball. Looking forward to being your TC this year!

Anirudh Bansal
Varsity Teaching Coordinator

Hey! I’m Anirudh, and I’m a senior. This is my fourth year of competing in Public Forum, and I’ve qualified to Metrofinals for the past three years in a row. Looking forward to a great year as your Varsity Teaching Coordinator!

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Grace Liu
National Tournament Director

Hi! I'm Grace (she/her) and I'm a sophomore. This is my second year of debate and last year I competed on the local and national circuit, placing first at VHSL States and qualifying to NSDA Nationals. I'm looking forwards to a great year as your tournament director!

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Edward Zhang
Regional Tournament Director

I'm Edward Zhang (he/him), and I’m a Junior. This is my second year of competing in the Public Forum here at TJ. I love running track, working on AI research, and occasionally busting out a freestyle rap. I’m looking forward to being one of the Tournament Directors for the 2021-2022 debate season!

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