2024 University System of Maryland (USM) Student Speaker Forum Interest Form

Introduced by the University System of Maryland Student Council (USMSC), the USM Student Speaker Forum will bring together undergraduate/graduate students from across institutions, providing a platform to share unique, innovative, and/or compelling perspectives in a TED-like conference format. This event will be inclusive of non-verbal modes of expression such as visual arts, music, movement, and more. Final presentations will be approximately 8-10 minutes.

The Interest Form Submission Deadline has Passed. Please contact the USMSC Officers (usmsc-officers@usmd.edu) for more information.

Tentative Timeline:
Friday, October 27, 2023 — 11:59 PM — Interest form due
Early November — Exact Date TBA — Notification of status of interest form submission
TBA — Auditions, rehearsals, prep meetings
February 2024 — USM Student Speaker Forum (Location TBA)

Full Name: *

Email: *

Campus/Regional Higher Educational Center: *

Year of Study: *

GPA: *

Major: *

Summarize your idea in 2 sentences (idea is final, cannot be changed for auditions): *

Provide a more complete summary of your idea (350 words max): *

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Why is this idea important to you? Is there any personal relevance or connection? (100 words max): *

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Describe relevant experience/expertise you have regarding your idea. Enter N/A if none. (100 words max): *

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Would you be willing to engage in a few sessions for revisions, coaching, or rehearsals in the months leading up to the event?: *

Please direct questions and comments to usmsc-officers@usmd.edu.