Stanford National Forensic Institute

Shanara Reid-Brinkley, Policy Instructor

Shanara Reid-Brinkley debated for Emory and is the current Director of Debate at the University of Pittsburgh. Reid-Brinkley focuses her scholarly research on African American culture and public argumentation, with a research program specializing in public argument and performance, cultural studies, and Black Feminist Theory. Reid-Brinkley has a specific research interest in black popular culture, including hip hop politics, culture, and activism. Reid-Brinkley is responsible for the competitive arm of the William Pitt Debating Union, recruiting students from around the country to participate in the University’s long history of successful competition. Her current scholarship focuses on the interaction between black culture and rhetorical practice and social conflict within high school and college policy debate.