Campus Speakers & Headliners (U)

<p>Through powerful storytelling, Kevin Krieder inspires audiences to rethink identity, overcome adversity, and break down personal barriers.</p><p>Born in South Korea and adopted into a German-Irish family in Philadelphia, Kevin faced bullying and identity struggles from an early age.

Peet Montzingo is a multi-talented content creator, musician, and author whose unique blend of humor, heart, and creativity has captivated millions worldwide. 

<p>A leading voice for neurodiversity and mental health awareness, Connor DeWolfe is best known for his viral TikToks that shed light on the everyday realities of living with ADHD. </p><p>With millions of followers across social media, Connor has built a powerful platform centered on education, empathy, and breaking down stigmas.

Ben De Almeida—also known as BENOFTHEWEEK—is a content creator redefining digital entertainment with his signature charisma, sharp storytelling, and relatable humor. 

<p>America's Cowgirl and Olympic Champion redefining resilience, excellence, and perseverance. </p>

<p>Tara Davis-Woodhall is an unstoppable force dominating the long jump world! The reigning Olympic Gold Medalist and two-time Olympian has been undefeated for two years, holding the #1 world ranking and stacking titles as the 2024 World Champion and back-to-back U.S. National Champion (2023 & 2024).</p>

<p>Hunter Woodhall, a three-time Paralympian and 2024 Gold and Bronze Medalist, is a dynamic force of inspiration and resilience. </p>

<p>An Olympic power couple redefining resilience, excellence, and influence in sports. </p><p>With a remarkable love story, over 9M social media followers, and 150M+ organic views per month, Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall are among the most recognized and inspiring athletes today.</p><p> At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Tara won Gold in the long jump, delivering one of the Games’ most iconic moments as she sprinted to leap into Hunter’s arms.

<p>Since winning her gold medal for swimming in 2012, embarking on her broadcasting career with ESPN, and gracing the dance floor of Hollywood, Victoria Arlen has been sharing with audiences her BREAKTHROUGH FORMULA for overcoming even life’s darkest challenges.</p><p>Victoria was 11 years old when she came down with a rare viral disease, Transverse Myelitis, with which she battled for five years, including four years in a vegetative coma.

<p>Praised by <em>Entertainment Weekly</em> for her “deft exploration” of character, Dominique Thorne shares stories from her inspiring career on stage and screen.</p><p>Most recently seen in the Sundance 2024 hit <em>Freaky Tales</em> alongside Pedro Pascal, Tom Hanks, and Ben Mendelsohn, Dominique Thorne is a rising star of her generation.

<p>Known for playing sassy, snarky, strong-willed women on television, Elizabeth Gillies shares anecdotes from her inspiring acting and singing career.</p><p>After rising to fame in her mid-teens as Jade West on the Nickelodeon sitcom <em>Victorious,</em> Gillies made the transition to playing similarly rebellious adult characters, co-starring as Denis Leary’s daughter in his musical comedy<em> Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll</em> and reimagining the role of Fallon Carrington in the CW’s modern-day reboot of <em>Dynasty.</em> In 20