Ritika Malik is the visionary Curator behind TEDxTempleUniversity 2025. As a PharmD student at Temple University with a profound interest in community impact and storytelling, Ritika brings both precision and passion to her role — where ideas, people, and purpose converge.

At the helm of TEDxTemple, Ritika leads the event’s creative direction, shaping its overarching theme and message. She plays a key role in curating compelling speakers, refining talk content, and ensuring that every voice featured on stage reflects the spirit and diversity of our community.

Her leadership is defined by clarity, compassion, and bold ambition. With a commitment to building TEDxTemple from the ground up, Ritika is crafting an experience that is not only intellectually engaging but emotionally resonant — one that invites dialogue, celebrates innovation, and inspires change. Beyond TEDx, Ritika is driven by a deep curiosity about healthcare, human connection, and systems that uplift underserved voices. Her academic and professional journey is marked by excellence, empathy, and a dedication to making knowledge accessible and impactful.

In leading this year’s TEDx, Ritika is setting the stage — quite literally — for something meaningful to take root and flourish.