refresh.

11AM

SATURDAY

14.05.2022

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As the world is coming back to full speed, thousands of new ideas emerge daily with a new and fresh beginning.

Many of us are also desperately trying to rebuild bonds with other people, our work, nature, technology, or simply ourselves. We are all redefining, remaking, and re-achieving the new normal.

So stop.
Take a deep breath.
And refresh with TEDxSurreyUniversity

Enjoy a full day of TEDx talks from the University's lecturers, students, and industry professionals.
Find new friends and connections, immerse in art performances, and grab a bite.

TEDxSurreyUniversity Refresh.

May 14th, 2022 | University Hall

FULL EVENT PROGRAMME

REFRESH. SPEAKERS

Sarah Chapman

Sarah initially trained in ballet until injury and an inspirational chemistry teacher resulted in a total change of direction towards a rewarding career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths). In her talk, Sarah shares three ways that everyone can inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers; she hopes more people will see STEM as something they can personally relate to.

William Laven

William Laven, 23, has devoted his life to campaigning and educating on the topic of stammering. Having a stammer from a young age equipped Will with a deep eagerness to encourage others not to let the condition hold them back. He is mobilised and impassioned to raise awareness about the impediment across the globe. In partnership with Action for Stammering Children, Will is a Stambassador who will not be put in a box.

Dr Emily Corrigan-Kavanagh

Emily is passionate about exploring and delivering new technologies that support societal wellbeing with a specialism in designing AI for wellbeing. She is currently on a mission to establish “Designing AI for Wellbeing” as a new field to truly put people at the heart of new AI technologies. Designing AI for Wellbeing has the potential to radically change the way we think about and use AI by first exploring and focusing on people’s needs before developing AI technology to create AI experiences that actively support wellbeing. TEDx offered Emily the perfect platform to engage with and raise awareness of this new field with a diverse and international audience, bringing “Designing AI for Wellbeing” closer to reality.

Gregory Schwartz, PhD

Gregory is a professor, author, and former professional athlete. His extensive global travels & research combined with his lifetime in athletics and alternative health have led him to a surprising realization – Healing our bodies and healing the planet require the exact same steps