DITMAWALUMNI USU – The Meriam Debating Club Delegation Team of the Faculty of Law of Universitas Sumatera Utara (FH USU), competing as the Pitopang Team, won Second Place in the Andalas Law Competition IX 2026 National Legal Debate Competition organized by Universitas Andalas. The achievement adds to the accomplishments of USU students in national-level legal debate competitions.
The competition, which was attended by 15 teams from various higher education institutions, consisted of three stages. The preliminary round was held online via Zoom Meeting on September 12, 2026, followed by the semifinal round on October 2, 2026, and the final round on October 3, 2026, which was held in person at Universitas Andalas.
The USU Pitopang Team consisted of three FH USU students: Sufina Jafa Fadhilah, Ghira Dynanti Samosir, and Gery Bravo Damanik. The three students demonstrated their ability to analyze various legal issues, develop systematic arguments, and present their views critically and coherently before the panel of judges.
The Pitopang Team’s advancement to the final round demonstrated the team’s preparedness and consistency in facing competition in national-level legal debates. Each stage of the competition required participants to possess a strong understanding of law, critical-thinking skills, and the ability to defend their arguments logically and convincingly.
Winning Second Place also demonstrates the academic capabilities and competitiveness of FH USU students in legal debate. The achievement is expected to encourage other students to continue developing their competencies, broaden their competitive experience, and bring recognition to Universitas Sumatera Utara through various competitions at the national and international levels.