Utah Tech University Trailblazer Talks Speech Competition
Competition Date: Dec. 2, 2025
Application Deadline: Nov. 15, 2025
Speech Submission Deadline: Nov. 22, 2025
Trailblazer Talks is Utah Tech University’s signature speech competition where students showcase their voice, creativity, and confidence. Participants prepare a 2–4 minute speech in advance. Whether presenting new insights, inspiring change, or bringing laughter to an audience, competitors will demonstrate the power of effective communication while vying for scholarship awards.
The theme for the 2025 competition is “Time Capsule.” Just like a time capsule preserves memories and ideas for future generations, Trailblazer Talks invites students to share speeches that capture meaningful stories, lessons, or perspectives.
Competition Rules:
1. Applicants must be full or part-time students, in good standing with the university and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. High school students enrolled in concurrent enrollment courses or the student success pathway are not eligible.
2. Speeches must be 2-4 minutes in length, or approximately 250 to 500 words.
3. Applications must be submitted by November 15, 2025.
4. Speeches must be submitted by November 22, 2025.