“Land of the Free, Home of the Divided”

Award-Winning Mock Trial Competitor + Debater

Lucas Hogan delivered a powerful speech on the harms of negative partisan antipathy.

"Are We Being Blinded by the Light?: Shedding Light on Light Pollution"

Telescope Designer + Actor + Award-Winning Debater

Joshua Begelman spoke on the harms of light pollution.

“Beyond the Ban: Student Autonomy in Legislature”

Published Op-Ed in Post and Courier About State Legislature

Vivian Covington-Kolb advocated against SC’s phone ban and called for youth autonomy in youth-related policies.

“Accepting and Understanding One’s Own Medical Limits”

Envirothon State Winner + Award-Winning YIG Delegate

Samuel Kitchen shared the lessons living with a chronic illness has taught him.

“The Impact of Substance Abuse in American Teens”

National Level Swimmer

Jackson Bengard brought forward a new perspective on American drinking culture

“True Leadership Needs No Title”

Student Body President of TRHS + 61st Speaker of the United States Senate Youth Program

Peyton White challenged conventions about what true leadership looks like.

Investing in Our Future: The Case for Financial Literacy Education”

President of Youth4FinancialLiteracy

Diya Gurav spoke on the importance of pursuing financial literacy.