The University of New Hampshire Young Americans for Liberty chapter brought Ron Paul to campus on Thursday, March 24. He attracted a crowd of more than 550 people. The event created national headlines and dominated the news on campus.
The group gathered signatures for months before the event in order to show that there was a great deal of interest. They promoted the event aggressively and created materials specifically designed to create interest on campus.
Not every group can bring a speaker as prominent as Ron Paul. However, every conservative or libertarian campus group can use the same kind of political technology to make your speaking event a success. Make sure to follow these steps which are too often ignored:
1. Secure an appropriate venue. An ideal venue is one that will be filled to capacity. Be realistic -- if you are not bringing a famous speaker, pick a smaller room. Make sure you follow all the guidelines that your campus demands in order to legally book a room. That said, do not be intimidated. If you sense that your campus is deliberately trying to prevent you from hosting the event or if their general incompetence is delaying your event, contact your Regional Field Director.
