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Theme: The Power of Thinking Differently

This event occurred on
March 8, 2015
9:00am - 5:00pm EDT
(UTC -4hrs)
Hamilton, Ontario
Canada

Our theme, “Perspective: The Power of Thinking Differently”, is based on the idea that our perspective of the world can significantly affect the way we tackle problems, come up with solutions, and make decisions in our everyday lives. Changing the lenses that we view the world can lead to the creation of many new ideas and solutions.

175 Longwood Rd S
Hamilton, Ontario, L8P 0A1
Canada
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Speakers

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Abdullah Raja

Abdullah Raja is a Life Sciences student at McMaster University.

Alex Sévigny

Dr. Alex Sévigny is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication Studies & Multimedia at McMaster University and the Director of the McMaster-Syracuse Master of Communications Management Program.

Duncan Jones

Duncan Jones is a professor at the University of Toronto.

Joel Hilchey

Joel Hilchey was this year's TEDx McMasterU MC. He is a speaker, educator, and innovator. He has spoken to thousands of professionals, educators, and student leaders across North America, teaching creativity and helping to develop innovative leaders.

Joey DAMMIT!

Joey DAMMIT! is a mixed media/collage pop artist, with a self-described obsession with the darker side of the cult of celebrity. With a background in the world of advertising, it’s not surprising that he’s parlayed his love-hate relationship with mass media into great success, becoming one of Canada’s premier pop artists. For more information, please visit www.joeydammit.com

Kwasi Nkansah

Kwasi Nkansah is a student at McMaster University.

Michael Ku

Michael Ku is an undergraduate student at McMaster University.

Organizing team

Mike
Cheung

Organizer
  • Anjali Periyalwar
    Curator
  • Alicia Chhin
    Logistics Coordinator
  • Jean Wang
    Arts Coordinator
  • Ben Scheffel
    Speakers Coordinator
  • Jasmine Walia
    Speakers Coordinator
  • Claire Brown
    Events Coordinator
  • Sarah Saliba
    Events Coordinator
  • Connor McGee
    Promotions Coordinator
  • Catherine Chambers
    Design Coordinator
  • Yipeng Ge
    Finance Coordinator
  • Priya Gupta
    Finance Coordinator
  • Danel D'Souza
    Delegates Coordinator