The Jean Fortner Ward Lecture featuring Cole Arthur Riley

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Tue Oct 28 2025 at 07:00 pm to 08:00 pm

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Greensboro College | Greensboro, NC

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Cole Arthur Riley is writer, poet, and New York Times bestselling author.
About this Event

Welcome to the Greensboro College for the annual Jean Fortner Ward Lecture featuring Cole Arthur Riley! Join us on October 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM for an inspiring lecture and book signing.

Books will be available for purchase by Scuppernong Books, or get yours today at the links below.

Results for "This Here Flesh" | Welcome to Scuppernong Books

Results for "Black Liturgies" | Welcome to Scuppernong Books

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Greensboro College, 815 West Market Street, Greensboro, United States

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