Check-in
Doors open
Audience check-in and seating. Guests are encouraged to arrive early so the program can begin promptly.
Schedule
Twelve speakers, two sessions, one intermission, and time for the conversation to continue.
Event Schedule
October 10, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Eastern time. Everyone must leave by 5:00 p.m.
Opening
Opening remarks
A ten-minute welcome, event orientation, and introduction to the day.
Opening speaker session
TEDx speaker session
The first speaker block runs until 11:45 a.m., bringing together talks from across the event's range of disciplines.
Intermission
Food, drinks, rest, and conversation
Guests can purchase food and drinks, take a break, and connect with other attendees before the second half.
Closing speaker session
More TEDx speakers
The second speaker block runs until 2:00 p.m. and continues the day's exploration of how people and communities adapt.
Closing
Closing remarks
Final reflections and thanks to the speakers, performers, volunteers, venue, partners, and audience.
Community
Networking and photographs
Informal conversation, speaker interaction, community networking, and photographs continue until 2:55 p.m.
Event close
Event ends
The event formally closes at 3:00 p.m.
Departure deadline
Everyone must leave
All attendees and event personnel must leave the venue by 5:00 p.m.
Plan Your Day
Join us at the OU Pavilion, 464 Golf View Lane, Rochester, Michigan 48309. Audience check-in begins at 9:45 a.m. Live captions will be available, and food and drinks will be available for purchase during the event.