Schedule of Events*

8:00-9:00 AM     Registration (Need coffee? Downtown Bismarck has great options!)                       

​9:00-9:05             Opening Announcements
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9:05-9:25              An Illustrated History of the American Dream - Mr. History aka Steve Stark

9:25-9:55              Freedom of Speech - On Stage Interview with Nate Boyer and Mark Trahant

9:55-10:10            "A New National Anthem" by Ada Limón - Performed by Haiden Pederson, Legacy High School
                                  
10:10-10:25           BREAK

10:25-10:45          The Power of Disruption and Why It’s Important for Democracy - presented by
​                              Mark Trahant

10:45-10:55          Entertainment                                  
10:55-11:10            BREAK

11:10-11:45             Freedom of Worship - presented by Kate Bischoff                                  
                              
11:45-11:50            Announcements 

11:50 AM-1:10 PM:    LUNCH
                                   Attendees are on their own for lunch. A variety of local restaurants are
​                                   located within walking distance of the Belle Mehus Auditorium

Find local restaurants here

Add On Options: Are you craving a more in-depth approach to your GameChanger day?

We're offering two experiences over the lunch break to allow you to engage with your fellow GameChanger attendees and give you an extended opportunity to share your ideas.

Lunch & Learn will be held at the Peacock Alley
Mindfulness in America will be held at the HIVE Conference Room

Each option is an additional $25 and includes a meal and beverage.
​Seating is limited!

Learn more about Add On Options

1:10-1:20                Entertainment    
                              
1:20-2:00              Freedom from Fear - presented by Aparna Nancherla                       

2:00-2:15              BREAK
2:15-2:25               Entertainment
                                  
2:25-3:05              Freedom from Want - presented by Casey Gerald
                                  
3:05-3:20             BREAK
3:20-3:35             Lady Liberty and Uncle Sam
                                  
3:35-4:15              Bush Foundation Meeting of the Minds - featuring Nate Boyer, Kate Bischoff,
                             Aparna Nancherla, Casey Gerald, and Mark Trahant
                     
4:15-4:25              GameChanger Award                  
4:25-4:40            Entertainment                                  
4:40-4:45            Closing                                              
4:45-5:00            Meet & Greet/Signing
                                   ​

*Schedule subject to change. Please check back periodically for updates

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The Venue

Belle Mehus Auditorium

 201 N 6th St

The Belle Mehus City Auditorium greeted its first crowd in January of 1914 and has been an important part of the community ever since.

The building, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was painstakingly renovated in the mid-1990s thanks to the combined efforts of city leaders, arts organizations, citizens, and the private sector.

​The Belle was named after Belle Mehus, a piano teacher from Bismarck.

Explore Bismarck

Where to Eat

Our recommendation for local restaurants, coffee shops, and pubs.

​What to Do

What does North Dakota's capital have to offer for entertainment? From the river to the Heritage Center, there's plenty to do!

Where to Stay

Bismarck offers an abundance of options to rest your head after expanding your mind.

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