Meet the Team

Griffin Hehmeyer
President & Co-Founder

he/him ☆ major: Philosophy and CHID

One of DSUW's resident philosophers. When he's not pondering the meaning of life, Griffin is busy channeling his inner Harvey Specter and prepping for law school.

Ariel Brennan
Vice President & Co-Founder

she/her ☆ major: Political Science and Philosophy

Before she could spell "leed," Ariel was writing them—turning her playground drama into front-page scoops. Now she reports for UW's The Daily and still finds time to win arguments.

Charlotte Curry
Director of Team Development

she/her ☆ major: Business Administration

After three years of collegiate debate, Charlotte has mastered the art of arguments and now has her sights set on understanding Excel. A daunting challenge, but she's more than capable.

Ameli Graff
Director of Outreach

she/her ☆ major: Computer Science

Ameli tried debate on a whim and is somehow surviving both her increasingly difficult STEM major and the world of arguing. If she's not lamenting her coursework, she's probably asleep.

Evan Maudlin
Director of Finance

he/him ☆ major: History

Like all the greats—Einstein, Picasso, Stallone—Maudlin is recognized on the debate circuit by his last name alone. He’s determined to go down in history for more than just being late.

Tate Parker
Director of Tournaments

he/him ☆ major: Political Science, History, and Philosophy

When Tate's not juggling three majors like a professional circus act, he spends his time debating with DSUW, catching baseball games, and somehow making time to prep for law school.

Jonah Riebe
Director of Fundraising

he/him ☆ major: Chemical Engineering

Forever haunted by the time he forgot to use framework in a debate, Jonah has since mastered it. If only debate tactics worked on chemistry tests—the cards aren't in his favor.

Syd Sabourin
Director of Communications

he/him ☆ major: History and Art History

When he isn't debating, Syd is perfecting his skincare routine. Step one? Keep a portrait in the attic that ages in your place. Step two? Deny everything and call it “vintage decor."

Mitchell Levy
Coach

he/him ☆ graduated with a degree in CS and Math

By day, Mitchell works on the Linux kernel at Microsoft. By night, he teaches us how to debate! Logic never sleeps for him—thank you, Mitchell, for keeping our city safe.

Ilinca Slabu
Coach

she/her ☆ studying Law at UW's law school

Before becoming our humble coach, Ilinca dominated the debate circuit. Now, when she’s not navigating the tediousness of law school, she dedicates her time to helping us do the same!