GVSU to host TEDx idea-sharing event

As a way to inspire and connect the Grand Valley State University community, TEDxGVSU is again hosting an independent TEDx idea-sharing event. 

TEDxGVSU 2018, "Shape," will take place March 16 from 5-8 p.m. in Loosemore Auditorium at DeVos Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus. 

The conference will feature interdisciplinary speakers and performers who will share past experiences, current projects, and future ideas to promote critical inquiry, innovation and dialogue. The theme for this year's event, "Shape," focuses on how everyone plays a role in shaping their societies. 

"TEDx events are is an amazing tool to bring top thinkers and innovators together in one place," said DeMario Bell, Grand Valley alumnus and TEDxGVSU co-founder. "Organizing this event is a way we can display the high caliber of thought and ingenuity that comes from our community." 

Tickets are required and the event will host 100 patrons. Tickets will go on sale February 26 and will be sold on a first come, first serve basis. The ticket price is $20 and includes admission, refreshments and a TEDxGVSU gift bag. 

For more information, visit www.TEDxGVSU.com or email [email protected].

About TED:

TED is a nonprofit organization devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading, usually in the form of short, powerful talks (18 minutes or less) delivered by today's leading thinkers and doers. Many of these talks are given at TED's annual conference in Vancouver, British Columbia, and made available online at TED.com.