5 Reasons Why You Should Apply to Be the Next Student Speaker at TEDxAUBG
The chances you haven’t heard of TED Talks or even watched one are slim. The global TED community gives a platform for sharing ideas that educate, innovate, and inspire people around the world. And what if we told you that you could be the next motivator – while still in university?
Every year, TEDxAUBG offers one student at the American University in Bulgaria the opportunity to become a speaker at the annual conference. Being on the TEDx stage is a unique experience - one that can shape your voice, your confidence, and even your future.
Here are 5 reasons why you should definitely apply!
1. Develop an idea you are passionate about.
Everyone has passions, right? You may be drawn to sports, art, politics, psychology, storytelling, or you may have an exciting senior project that deserves to be heard. TEDxAUBG gives you the chance to take that passion and turn it into a powerful talk.
And the best part? You’re not alone.
Our team supports you through the whole process – from narrowing down your topic to structuring your talk, writing it, rehearsing it, and finally nailing it on stage.
And once your idea is crafted, it gets the platform it deserves.
2. Get the visibility of a big stage - TEDx.
TEDxAUBG isn’t just a campus event; it’s part of a global platform known for elevating ideas and amplifying voices. Your talk becomes part of the TEDx legacy and reaches audiences far beyond the theater hall.
After the event, your talk is published on the official TEDx YouTube channel – with over 42 million subscribers.
And don’t be fooled – people will notice.
TEDxAUBG talks have reached millions of viewers.
Check out our most-watched talk, which is now among the top 20 most-watched TEDx videos on YouTube.
But visibility is just one part of the experience - being the Student Speaker means becoming part of the event from the inside.
3. Join the event from the inside!
Being the Student Speaker is more than giving a talk – it’s an entire experience. You’ll meet and network with speakers from around the world: professionals in tech, education, civil society, business, and creative industries.
You will collaborate with the TEDxAUBG team and see how the event comes to life. This year, you won’t just attend the conference. You’ll play one of the main roles.
And of course, stepping onto a TEDx stage at your age is something truly exceptional.
4. Being a TEDx speaker is genuinely impressive!
TEDx is a globally recognized platform. Being selected to speak – especially in your early 20s - is a rare and meaningful achievement. Not many people can say they delivered a TEDx talk in university.
It’s a milestone that stands out in future opportunities, internships, applications, and interviews. And let’s be honest – it’s also just really cool.
But beyond the recognition, you take something even more valuable with you.
5. Build a set of skills with just one experience!
Becoming a TEDxAUBG Student Speaker is not only about the final talk – it’s about everything you gain along the way. You’ll learn how to structure ideas, shape a compelling message, and communicate with confidence.
You develop skills in:
storytelling
public speaking
critical thinking
self-expression
stage presence
These are skills that stay with you forever – in classrooms, interviews, workplaces, and everyday life.
Applications for the Student Speaker slot are now open – don’t miss your chance to apply before December 1st. Check out our reel with last year’s Student Speaker, Teona Sima, where she shares why you should take the stage next.