The University of West Georgia will host Kevin Powell, a community and political activist and Democratic candidate for Congress from Brooklyn, N.Y., on Thursday, Nov. 3, 2009.
Known for being a highly gifted public speaker, UWG will be Powell’s second stop on his “New Directions Tour,” which is visiting numerous higher educational institutions in Georgia.
His agenda for the day includes meetings with various on-campus organizations, followed by a book signing at 3:30 p.m. in the University Community Center room 200, and a public meeting at 4 p.m., both of which are open to the community.
Powell is a growing presence in the world of politics, and is known for his liberal views. He was a cast member of the MTV hit show “Real World” in its premier season, and has also written 11 books. The most recently published is “Open Letters To America,” a series of essays about America in the era of President Barack Obama.
“My life-calling is to be a servant for the people, period. Money, fame, status, personal achievements and all that mean very little to me when pain and suffering are still real on this planet. I am interested in the powerless becoming powerful,” said Powell.
He has also provided service to the underprivileged community of Brooklyn through mentoring and counseling in local schools, camps and prisons.
For more information contact Delandra Hunter of the University of West Georgia at 678-839-6280.
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