Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Academic Inquiry: The Wright State University 2008–2009 Lecture Series
Presenting speakers that provide a global perspective on today’s issues
The Wright State University Presidential Lecture Series was developed to advance human justice and promote the university's commitment to creating a diverse university community and learning environment. Since 2005, this lecture series has welcomed a variety of guest lecturers from Dr. Oliver Sacks to Maya Angelou. All events are free and open to the public unless noted.
Browse through the Presidential Lecture Series Archives to view information about previous speakers on campus.
Bertice Berry, Ph.D.
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An Evening with Bertice Berry
Thursday, September 11, 2008
5 p.m.
Student Union Apollo Room
GROWING UP POOR, Dr. Bertice Berry was told she was "not college material"...and disproved it by graduating magna cum laude, then earning a Ph.D. at age 26! She came to find her voice as an award-winning entertainer, lecturer, and bestselling author of Redemption Song, Jim & Louella's Homemade Heart-Fix Remedy, and When Love Calls, You Better Answer. She has graciously donated all of the royalties from her book sales to organizations that help families in transition, raise funds for scholarships, and help low-income families. "When you walk with purpose," Dr. Berry says, "you collide with destiny!"
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Upcoming Speakers fro 2008-09 Season:
Bertice Berry, September 11, 2008
5:00 pm presentation
Michael Bérubé, October 27, 2008
7:00 pm presentation
Azar Nafisi, November 20, 2008 7:00 pm presentation
Danny Glover, January 22, 2009 7:00 pm presentation
Nicholas Kristof, January 26, 2009 7:00 pm presentation
Ann Bancroft, February 20, 2009
8:00 pm presentation
Angela Davis, February 23, 2009
7:30 pm presentation
Stephen Dubner, April 6, 2009
7:30 pm presentation
Reza Aslan, April 15, 2009
7:00 pm presentation
Alison Bechdel,
May 11, 2009 7:00 pm presentation
For agent information on these speakers, please call Event Services,
937-775-5512
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