IDEAS WORTH SPREADING
TEDx
Claremont McKenna College
ABOUT
TEDxClaremont McKenna College
From ideas to impact– catalyzing growth from within.
TEDxClaremont McKenna College strives to be a platform where the community’s each individual voice is heard and every innovative idea is shared. Our program rests on solid foundations granted by the college; the diversity of identities and multitude of talents enable us to
mobilize change that starts within and spreads beyond. Driven by curiosity, pursuit of responsible leadership and social change, we welcome individuals of all experiences and expertise to join us in excavating our community’s greatest potential.
^ Founding Team
Our
Team
Celine X Wang
FOUNDER & PRESIDENT
Celine is a student majoring in International Relations and Economics born and raised in Shanghai, China. She is passionate about social change and driven to do good, well. Her love for stories and their power to inspire when shared led her to establishing this platform where she hopes ideas will flourish and bonds will blossom.
XINRAN ZHANG
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
Xinran, a student at Claremont McKenna College pursuing a dual major in Economics and Physics, demonstrates a keen interest in exploring the impact of technology on individuals' ability to communicate their ideas through various forms of media. She strives to showcase and curate individuals' unique experiences and perspectives, with the goal of amplifying their voices through sophisticated platforms such as TEDxCMC.
XINYUE Zhang
Xinyue is a Robert Day Scholar majoring in Econ-Accounting and Psychology. Having lived in Shenzhen, Poitiers, and Madrid, she has been empowered by amazing individuals and strives to leverage the power of diversity. Xinyue is a big advocate of community building and hopes to create an impact through innovative solutions.
SAM Bastien
CHAIR OF THE ALUMNI BOARD
Sam is a proud CMC alum of the Class of 2011 and is currently a Leadership Coach at EY. She was a speaker at TEDxClaremont McKenna College's 2023 event and has since been supporting the program as a mentor. She provides her expertise to the leadership team and speakers, bridging the alumni and student communities.
Our Sponsors
Our event and organization owes the most sincere gratitude to Claremont McKenna College. Our journey is made possible by the guidance of Ms. MaryKate Jacobs, Assistant Dean of Student Engagement, Mr. Brian Davidson, Director of the Atheneum, and the support of the Crown Fund and the Associated Students of Claremont McKenna College.
