Speakers Set For TEDxValparaisoUniversity
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As a subscriber you can listen to articles at work, in the car, or while you work out. Subscribe NowThe lineup for TEDxValparaisoUniversity has been revealed. The event will feature guest speakers including the mayor or Gary and the president of the university giving presentations on the theme "the power of and."
February 24 will mark the first time an independently-organized TEDx event will be at Valpo. TEDxValparaisoUniversity will take place from 4-9 p.m. at the Center for the Arts on the Porter County school’s campus.
Organizers say the speakers and topics include:
VU Distinguished Visiting Professor of Leadership Tom Cedel – "The Power of & – Why Should We Care"
Gary Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson – "How Public Servants Can Re-Engage the Public"
VU President Mark Heckler – "Lead & Serve"
VU Assistant Professor of Accounting Anton Lewis – "From Britain With Love. The Positive Power of Difference in Different Places."
Pastor and Kendall Electric Product Specialist Mac MacElhaney – "The Power of EQ & IC"
Valparaiso-based Rusted Oak men’s clothing store owner Robert Ordway "Voicing Our Vote: Why Millennials Matter in Elections"
VU meteorology major Elyse Smith – "Dancers Are Athletes Too"
Turnkey Concepts founder and Chief Analyst Nathan Young – "Fundamentals & Innovations"
VU Assistant Professor of Psychology Amanda Zelechoski – "And, Not Or"
Training coach and executive Steve Zelechoski – "1 Is the Loneliest Number"
Pre-registered audience spots filled up in a matter of hours, but you will be able to view a live stream of the event by clicking here.