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TEDxYorkU speaker applications are due Jan. 9

A photo of books that highlight York UniversityIdeas will ignite and sparks will fly as part of York University’s fourth annual TEDxYorkU conference set for March 4 in the Sandra Faire & Ivan Fecan Theatre on the Keele campus.

The theme of this year’s event is Combustion, the exhilarating – and sometimes terrifying – point of no return, where nothing will ever be the same again.

TEDxYorkU is looking for dynamic members of the York community with an interesting story or unique perspective to share. Chosen speakers are paired up with a speaker relations team member to assist with developing the talk and presentation, ensuring the best possible delivery and exposure. This process has helped TEDxYorkU become York's most-viewed video series.

Past events have included the following speakers:

Prospective speakers can apply online until Jan. 9. Those interested in attending the event as an audience member will have the chance to apply online early in the new year.

For additional information and updates, visit TEDxYorkU’s website, Facebook page or Twitter feed.