Who We Are
The Forensics team is a collegiate speech team which competes throughout the year at 29 different tournaments across the country from September to April. Our legacy dates back to 1916 at the founding of UW-Eau Claire and is one of the few programs nationwide to have competed in both the American Forensic Association National Speech Tournament (AFA-NST) and the National Forensics Association (NFA) national tournament every year since their founding.
What We're Fundraising For
We are celebrating Kelly Jo Wright’s 34 years of dedicated service as Assistant Director of Forensics by supporting the Director of Forensics Legacy Fund. Gifts made on Giving Day will honor Kelly Jo's enduring impact and ensures the continued success of UW–Eau Claire’s nationally recognized Forensics team. Your gift will sustain that tradition by providing critical support for student travel, training, and competition expenses.
Your Impact
Your contribution to the Director of Forensics Legacy Fund keeps Kelly Jo Wright’s legacy alive and strengthens one of the university’s most storied programs. Every gift helps students refine their communication skills, think critically, and share their voices on a national stage. By supporting this fund, you help Blugold Forensics continue to thrive. Your support empowers future students to compete with confidence, uphold UW–Eau Claire’s proud tradition, and carry forward Kelly Jo’s spirit of dedication, mentorship, and excellence.
Matching Gift Opportunity
Dr. Sally Webb is generously matching all gifts dollar-for-dollar up to $2,000! Join Dr. Webb in celebrating and honoring Kelly Jo Wright’s 34 years of dedicated service as the assistant director. Celebrate Professor Wright by making a gift to the Director of Forensics Legacy Fund to ensure that her legacy continues and Blugold forensics students receive the support they need.
