Open Mic Night is an opportunity for young artists at YES to share their talents and perform in front of an audience. The acts range from the single, acoustic performers to full electric rock bands, and include dance, poetry, and the occasional comedy routine. Open Mic is the beginning of a necessary conversation regarding youth centrism in higher education. Utilizing art, spoken word and elocution as a vehicle, the participants drop serious knowledge about how to engage and provide platforms for student voice and collaboration on campus.