CAMPUS NEWSFull speaker lineup revealed for TEDxUNF – Digital Mosaics: Narratives That Transform Tomorrow
Tickets now on sale for April 17 event, community invited to attend
The full speaker lineup has been unveiled for TEDxUNF - Digital Mosaics: Narratives That Transform Tomorrow, a one-day event for the University of Niagara Falls Canada community filled with ideas, inspiration, networking, and bold conversation.
Featuring 10 engaging speakers, the event held under an independently organized TEDx license, takes place on Friday, April 17 at The Exchange in Niagara Falls. It has been designed to spotlight bold thinking and transformative ideas shaping the future.
Full speaker list
- Hassan Baz Chamas, Associate Dean, University of Niagara Falls Canada
- Dan Bordenave, CEO, Niagara Falls Innovation Hub
- Jim Diodati, Mayor, City of Niagara Falls
- Heba El-Kamshoushy, Assistant Professor, University of Niagara Falls Canada
- Chuck Furey, Vice-President Business Development, Government Relations, and Canadian Admissions, GUS North America
- David Gray, President and Vice-Chancellor, University of Niagara Falls Canada
- Holly Kaiser, Educational Developer, Centre for Teaching Excellence at University of Niagara Falls Canada
- Cyndi McLeod, CEO, GUS North America
- Purva Sharma, Associate Professor, University of Niagara Falls Canada
- Patty Zakaria, Associate Professor, University of Niagara Falls Canada
Open to students, professionals, and members of the broader community, tickets are now officially on sale. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased through Eventbrite.
The program will run from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., with guest arrival and check-in beginning at 8:30 a.m. Attendees can expect a thoughtfully curated agenda, beginning with a morning session of compelling talks, followed by a short break and additional speakers. Lunch will be provided, offering opportunities for networking and reflection before program continues with an afternoon lineup of inspiring presentations.
In addition to the speaker sessions, guests are invited to explore an exhibitor area featuring community partners and organizations showcasing innovative initiatives, resources, and opportunities for collaboration.
“This event is about more than just sharing ideas. It’s about sparking momentum,” said Raquel Benitez Rojas, Associate Dean of UNF’s Master of Arts in Digital Media and Global Communications program and co-organizer of the event. “Each speaker brings a unique perspective and story that challenges how we think about the future.”
With its focus on storytelling, innovation, and community engagement, TEDxUNF promises to be a great experience for all attendees.
More information about tickets and full speaker details are available at unfc.ca/events/tedxunf and follow @TEDxUNF on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
