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).

Newbold Auditorium
8488 E Campus Circle Drive
Berrien Springs, Michigan, 49104
United States

Cassandra Chlevin

Social research enthusiast Cassandra Chlevin shares what she has learned about the relationship between reading stories and the development of social reasoning.

Erik Vyhmeister

Having grown up across four continents, Erik Vyhmeister shares his experience as a Third Culture Kid both abroad and returning "home" to the United States.

Jonathan Doram

As someone passionate about the worth and value of every human being, Jonathan Doram looks at the polarizing and dehumanizing effects of constructed binaries present in society and offers the simple yet radical solution: humanization.

Kyle Emile

Recent college graduate Kyle Emile shares how he acted on idea, which turned into a movement with great social implications. Suggesting how a different understanding of intelligence will enhance our day-to-day conversations.

Melodie Roschman

Literature student and writer Melodie Roschman has been reading and creating stories since she was three years old. She is especially interested in fantasy literature and stories from marginalized voices.

Michael Polite

Michael Polite, an Urban Youth Specialist, is a young educator whose passionate advocacy for minority students is challenging the way we think about curriculum and learning.

Stephanie Carpenter

History Professor Stephanie Carpenter challenges the current view of "American Exceptionalism" as she asks people to embrace all of American history, not just the history of white America.