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TEDxNorthwesternU 2014

  • April 12, 2014
  • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Northwestern University, Evanston
TEDxNorthwesternU 2014 is the first-ever collection of showcased speakers selected from the wider Northwestern University community including faculty, students and alumni. Following the theme, Crossing Paths, each of the 12 speakers will present an original idea based on research, experience and insight ready to engage the audience in a live format. Topics vary widely from astronomy to psychiatry, but all connect within the theme, making for a unique day of learning, insight and inspiration. We invite you to be a part of TEDxNorthwesternU 2014.

Our Theme: Crossing Paths

Our modern world is an increasingly complex one. The lines between previously distinct spheres of knowledge grow blurred in a fast-paced society where collaboration and interdisciplinary focus is crucial. We invite you to join us to explore ideas at these intersections. TEDxNorthwesternU features 12 speakers who will examine how we cross paths.

Event Information

What:

A day of engaging speakers dedicated to ideas worth spreading.

Where:

TEDxNorthwesternU is held in the McCormick Tribune Center on the campus of Northwestern University.

Who:

Public seating is limited to 100 ticket holders for each session, with overflow seating available in room 217 of the adjacent Fisk Hall where guests can view a livestream of the talks.

When:

Saturday, April 12, 9 AM-5 PM with performances and a break between sessions

    Session One: 9 AM - 11:30 AM
    Session Two: 12 PM - 2:30 PM
    Session Three: 3 PM - 5 PM
    Reception: 5 PM - 6 PM
Tckets:  Undergraduates $15, Others $25

Click here for complete details and ticket information.

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