The New York Council for the Humanities’ Speakers in the Schools program offers FREE top-notch lectures by a renowned and diverse group of scholars on a wide variety of humanities subjects to high school communities across New York State.

If your application is successful, the Council will cover all costs associated with the program, including the Speaker’s honorarium and travel expenses.

Select a Lecture/ Speaker

Browse presentation listings to find the right topic for your students, school community and curriculum. Find a Lecture/Speaker >

Contact the Speaker to arrange a date and time

Get in touch with the Speaker you have selected, using his or her listed contact information. Browse Speaker directory >

Apply to the Council
 Once you have selected a lecture and established a date and a time with the Speaker, submit the Speakers in the Schools application. Apply >

Plan your event

As soon as you receive notice of Council approval, start planning your event, including pre- and post-lecture activities. View Planning Tips >

Follow-Up

Submit your Lecture Coordinator Evaluation and Legislative Contact Letters to the Council. Access Coordinator Admin >

Speakers in the Schools is made possible by funding from the New York State Legislature.

Don't see what you're looking for? Apply for funding to create your own program. Read more >