First TEDx Held On Campus

Published April 11, 2016

TEDx91ÌÒÉ« came to campus on Saturday, April 9 after nearly a year of planning. The student-led event brought together 15 speakers, dozens of volunteers, and a crowd that filled the USU ballrooms to the brim. 

TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDx91ÌÒÉ«, where x = independently organized TED event. At our TEDx91ÌÒÉ« event, TEDTalks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including TEDx91ÌÒÉ«, are self-organized.

Here is a glimpse at some of the talent and talks present at the first TEDx91ÌÒÉ«: 

Presenter on stage at TEDx91ÌÒÉ«

Dr. Chris Lowe gives his TEDx talk

Attendees placed post its explaining what happiness means to

Two TEDx speakers show off their project

TEDx91ÌÒÉ« is alread looking for the team that will responsible for next year's event. .