Theme: Crossroads

Embark on a journey of exploration and discovery at TEDxTAMS Youth. TEDxTAMS Youth is a half-day conference on Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 with Denton community leaders and avid learners as our speakers.

TEDxYouth@TAMS provides free food and drink for attendees. All food and drinks will be curated and available based on your preferences from local to large businesses in the Denton community. TEDxYouth@TAMS is like no other; an event that supports the listening and dispersion of important ideas that can change the world today. Unlock new understandings of your surroundings and what you can imagine through our passionate and uniquely driven speakers, all happening on March 22nd.

McConnell Hall
1705 W Sycamore St
First Floor
Denton, Texas, 76201
United States

Adithi Kadle

TAMS Student

Adithi Kadle is a senior at the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science at UNT. She is passionate about intersectional feminism and believes that community-based organizing is the key to building more empathetic, justice-driven policy. Outside of school, Adithi is involved with several advocacy groups and enjoys volunteering with children.

Hunter Hoinkes

TAMS Student

Hunter Hoinkes is studying computer science to pursue a career in stochastic algorithms and modeling, specifically in artificial intelligence theory and quantitative finance. When he's not working out in the gym, you can find him listening to music on his Google Drive atop a nearby parking garage or reading across campus.

Iris Wang

TAMS Student

Iris Wang is a junior at the Texas Academy of Math and Science passionate about the intersection between biomedical engineering and computer science. Fascinated by how technology can revolutionize healthcare, she is particularly interested in applying artificial intelligence to improve diagnostics and personalized medicine. Apart from STEM, she enjoys playing the harp, drawing her idealistic musings, and taking in the fresh air on a good run.

Michelle Li

TAMS Student

Michelle Li is a junior at the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science with interests computer science, artificial intelligence, and business. She is currently conducting research on computer vision. Beyond academics, Michelle serves as a leader for various organizations and is a regular volunteer at women’s shelters.

Naren Ganesh

TAMS Student

Naren Ganesh conducts research in optics under Dr. Yuzhe Xiao at the University of North Texas, focusing on investigating thermal radiation in non-equilibrium porous media for applications in preventing hearing loss, and is a member of the UNT Debate Team, competing in NFA-LD debate. In his free time, he enjoys reading, writing, and biking.

Nikhil Srinivas

TAMS Student

Nikhil Srinivas is a driven high school student and researcher passionate about ecology and sustainability as well as economics and finance. He holds the Congressional Gold Medal and has obtained an Eagle Scout distinction. He enjoys the field of biology and wishes to grow it furthers and inspire others wanting to work in it.

Rachel Ko

TAMS Student

Rachel Ko is a junior at the Texas Academy of Math and Science and is passionate in biomedical engineering and the healthcare field. Rachel currently conducts research in the interfacial chemistry of metals. Outside of STEM, Rachel enjoys serving as the committee head of The Girls’ Wellness Initiative TAMS Chapter, a non profit organization that provides resources and support to young women. Overall, Rachel finds joy in helping others and plans to do so professionally in the healthcare field.