First Year Student To First Year Success

New Student Orientation Keynote

VOTED 8X TIME SPEAKER OF THE YEAR

THE ONES IN THE CENTER OF THE DANCE FLOOR HAVE FUN, MEET PEOPLE, AND DANCE.
THE SAME IS TRUE FOR COLLEGE.

Academic success is just one part of the college experience, the best students also build strong connections and get involved.

This high-energy, interactive keynote sets the tone for an unforgettable first year. Based on Tom’s Amazon bestselling book, First Year Student to First Year Success, this program equips students with real-world strategies to thrive in their first 90 days on campus.

Used by 100s of colleges over the past 20 years, this keynote isn’t just another welcome speech, it’s a launchpad for success. Get ready to move from nervous to confident, from outsider to insider… and from sitting on the sidelines to stepping into the action.

Dust off your dance shoes and report to the dance floor!

"Tom was funny, charming, and relatable. His program was quite powerful and the Dance Floor Theory seemed to resonate with my students. He was informative without being "preachy." Our Chancellor's Office Coordinator turned to me half way through and asked, "Can we hire him? He gets it." The activities had everyone laughing and interacting, which is often difficult to accomplish. Even campus leadership had a great time."
Kelly HamptonIvy Tech Community College - Lafayette
"Tom is an adept and skilled presenter and facilitator with world class content - and, he is responsive and able to adapt to changing needs."
Matthew CreasyUniversity of Delaware
"Tom is an adept and skilled presenter and facilitator with world class content - and, he is responsive and able to adapt to changing needs."
Matthew CreasyUniversity of Delaware
"Tom was incredibly engaging and applied very applicable outcomes and lessons learned for our student leaders. Even on day 10 or day 3 of training (we had two different groups of leaders in the training), he was able to engage folk at 9AM!"
Andy RiddlerVirginia Commonwealth University
"The program is always so successful at our campus and many of the campus I have had the pleasure of bringing it to. I think the energy and charisma that Tom bring allows for student to feel open and engaged in building community. I had a student say that they loved the program and it was on the top list of things that they loved about orientation."
Dyanna MoreiraSalve Regina University
"The program is always so successful at our campus and many of the campus I have had the pleasure of bringing it to. I think the energy and charisma that Tom bring allows for student to feel open and engaged in building community. I had a student say that they loved the program and it was on the top list of things that they loved about orientation."
Dyanna MoreiraSalve Regina University
"Tom is the most engaged speaker I have worked with - we presented to not only student leaders but our faculty/staff as well and they just loved him!"
Jamie McCaslinGannon University
"I would definitely mention how personable Tom is and how easy the Swift Kick team is to work with logistically. Communication is quick and clear and that experience is so refreshing."
John GallagherMissouri University of Science and Technology

PHOTOS FROM OUR ORIENTATION KEYNOTES

Based on our Amazon.com bestselling book

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Get motivated to engage beyond the classroom
  • Understand the difference between spectating and participating in college life
  • Build meaningful relationships with peers and orientation leaders
  • Develop foundational student leadership skills
  • Develop foundational student leadership skills
  • Commit to specific goals for the year ahead
  • Dance, connect, and have fun 🙂

“This program does a fantastic job of helping students move out of their comfort zone. It conveys a strong message about the power of getting involved.”

Susan Luchey
Associate Director of Student Centers
University of Delaware

WHO’S THIS FOR?

The DFT Orientation Keynote is designed to energize and inspire new students during your New Student Orientation. It helps them see college as more than just classes, and gets them excited about maximizing their experience by getting involved on campus.

Run time: Typically 45–90 minutes

Optional add-on: Add 1–2 hours for large group activities or deeper engagement.

Looking for something to equip your student leaders to tackle apathy and build real connection? Check out our student leadership training.

IS YOUR SCHOOL READY FOR A SWIFT KICK ORIENTATION KEYNOTE?  REACH OUT TO BOOK US. 

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