Colson Whitehead headlines OSU Library fundraiser

July 31, 2024

Bestselling author takes the stage Oct. 3

On Oct. 3, Whitehead will take the stage at the H. Louise & H.E. “Ed” Cobb Speaker Series to discuss the intersection of writing, history and culture. The event is the largest annual fundraiser for the Friends of the OSU Library, which provides support for the University’s Libraries.

WHAT: H. Louise & H.E. “Ed” Cobb Speaker Series, a dinner, keynote and book signing

WHO: Colson Whitehead, author of 11 works of fiction and non-fiction, two-time Pulitzer Prize winner, and NYT #1 bestselling author.

WHERE: ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center, Stillwater, Oklahoma

WHEN: 6:30-9:30 p.m. on Oct. 3 

WHY: The event is the largest annual fundraiser for the Friends of the OSU Library, which provides support for the University’s Libraries.

HOW: Individual tickets are $125, and half the cost is a tax-deductible gift to the Friends of the OSU Library. Tables and sponsorship opportunities are available. Call 405-744-6322 or visit friends.library.okstate.edu to purchase tickets.  

More Information

• PRESS RELEASE: Tickets on same now for Colson Whitehead on Oct. 3
• POSTER: Dinner, Keynote, Book Signing with Colson Whitehead
• WEBPAGE: More about Colson Whitehead
• WEBPAGE: Tickets and sponsorship details
• PINTEREST: Colson Whitehead board
• VIDEO: Event promo

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CONTACT: Bonnie Cain-Wood, APR | OSU Library | 405-744-7331 | lib-pub@okstate.edu

URL: https://library.okstate.edu/news/latest-news/colson-whitehead-media-kit

Last Updated: 31 July 2024