Theme: What Gives Us Pause

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized (subject to certain rules and regulations).

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La Crosse, Wisconsin, 54601
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Ashleigh Williams & Lisa Weston

Ashleigh Williams and Lisa Weston are both Hall Directors on the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse campus. Living with 400+ college students every day brings new and exciting challenges for Ashleigh and Lisa constantly. They are both committed to making sure all of their residents have a space where they can fell safe and express themselves. They strive to make sure everyone can try to understand and related to complex ideas such as oppression, diversity, and inclusiveness.

Awareness Through Performance

Ruthann Aitch, Alivia Jackson, Jasmine Tatum, Kierra Cowan and Kalon Bell are students who are members of Awareness Through Performance a University of Wisconsin- La Crosse campus organization that promotes greater consciousness around social justice, diversity, and climate issues.

Donleigh Gaunky

Donleigh Gaunky is a Political Science major at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, an accomplished writer, and a veteran. He has been exploring the issues of veteran suicide rates for nearly 8 years.

Grayson Bush

Grayson Bush is a Theatre Techonology major at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

Tesia Marshik

Dr. Tesia Marshik is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. Her research interests in educational psychology include student motivation, self-regulation, and teacher-student relationships.