Celebrating Patrick Henry College's double championships in the 2023 AMCA Moot Court National Tournament. Patrick Henry College is now the # 1 program in oral advocacy, written advocacy, and overall program!
Patrick Henry College’s forensics program is the best in the nation. Our teams compete at the highest levels in Moot Court, Debate, and Mock Trial, and numerous championship banners and trophies demonstrate our heritage of excellence. Yet the most important aspect of our program is the dedication and focus of our coaches, students, and alumni on elevating Christ in everything they do.
The forensics program is a key differentiator for the college and is unique in both structure and results. We offer more forensics scholarships than any other college in the nation, and a significant portion of our students—scholarship and non-scholarship—benefit from the personal and spiritual growth our forensics program provides. Learn more through the links below!
Sue has served as the PHC Forensics Program Director since fall of 2019, bringing more than a decade of prior coaching and organizational experience in high school and collegiate Mock Trial, Moot Court, and Debate to that role.
Serving on the Boards of Directors for the American Mock Trial Association (AMTA), American Moot Court Association (AMCA), and National High School Mock Trial Competition (NHSMTC), she is deeply involved in the forensics community nationwide. Sue has been published in the North Carolina State Bar Journal and various newsletters and has authored or co-authored more than a dozen mock trial cases at the high school and collegiate levels. She earned her B.A., summa cum laude, and M.P.H., magna cum laude, from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, as well as a certificate in Nonprofit Management from Duke University. While in North Carolina, Sue was recognized as an NC “Woman of Justice” for her service to the legal profession and broader community. In her spare time, Sue enjoys hiking, traveling, and playing with their two active Aussiedoodle puppies. As a strong supporter of Patrick Henry College, Sue is passionate about developing young men and women to lead the nation and shape the culture for Christ.
We've got just the thing for you! Explore our selection of Teen Leadership Camps, including weeks of instruction on moot court, debate, constitutional law, and more. Our camps are a stellar experience for anyone who wants to learn how to think, communicate, and persuade. Whether you're a seasoned competitor who wants to win nationals or just want to persuade your friends of something, these camps are for you. We will cover everything from basic logic and rhetorical skills to advanced non-verbal persuasion strategies. Through sessions, practice rounds, and practical drills, students will leave better equipped to speak truth in a winsome, loving manner.