June 21, 2023
Change the World through Research
Speaker Institute
at The University of California Washington Center
located in Washington, DC
“Change the World through Research”:
An Institute where UC Faculty will learn to be better public speakers
Proposals due: April 10, 2023
The University of California Washington Center invites proposals from University of California faculty members for the “Change the World through Research” Speaker Institute.
This Institute will focus on how to develop and deliver a TED-style talk. The goal of this institute is to enhance UC faculty members’ skills as public intellectuals and to expand the reach and public impact of UC faculty members’ research.
Our focus is on researchers whose work has the potential to influence public policy. We will give priority to proposals that contribute to advancing social justice and to early-career researchers. Topics are open and can include but are not limited to addressing climate change, ending police and gun violence, creating more humane immigration policies, enhancing reproductive justice, promoting civil and human rights, creating a more equitable economy, creating affordable and culturally-sensitive health care, improving affordable housing, and ending unfair labor practices.
Please submit a 250-word abstract that describes your proposed talk and the policy implications of your research.
This is a one-time funding opportunity, supported by the UC Grow Your Own Initiative
Eligibility: All University of California Senate faculty and Continuing Lecturers
The selection criteria will be based on
1) The merits of the research: Is the proposal based on strong empirical evidence?
2) The clarity of the argument: Does the proposal identify a clear argument?
3) Innovation: Does the proposal present new and innovative ideas?
4) The policy implications of the research: Are there clear policy implications?
5) The contributions to diversity and social justice: Does the research advance UC’s goals of contributing to diversity and advancing social justice?
Applicants must commit to participating in a virtual workshop series, presenting at a public event at the Washington Center on June 20, and delivering a TEDx talk within one year of the program.
Required events:
● Group workshop #1: Monday, May 1, 2023, 9-10:30 am Pacific / 12-1:30 pm Eastern
● One-on-one coaching sessions: May 8-19, 2023
● Group workshop #2: Wednesday, May 31, 2023, 9-10:30 am Pacific / 12-1:30 pm
Eastern
● Final script review: June 12-16, 2023 (via email/Google Doc)
● Travel to Washington, DC to present talk: June 20-22, 2023.
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The Venue
The University of California Washington Center
1608 Rhode Island Avenue NW, Washington, DC
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What is a TED-style talk?
A TED-style talk is one where a researcher shares knowledge that matters through a 10-12 minute presentation. Your TED-style talk will translate your research into policy and educate change-makers in an accessible way.
Who will train the speakers?
Speaking your Brand
Carol Cox is the founder and CEO of Speaking Your Brand®, host of the 5-star rated Speaking Your Brand® podcast, and a sought-after presenter and trainer on public speaking, business storytelling, and women's leadership.
Creative Research Communications
Echo Rivera has a PhD in community psychology (Michigan State University). Since 2014, she has trained hundreds of academics, scientists, and educators how to create the type of presentations they love to deliver and their audience loves to watch.