New York Times best-selling author to speak at OSU

Wednesday, April 15, 2015

Best-selling author and human rights activist Bob Goff will inspire you to live for a purpose when he speaks on Thursday, April 16, at 7 p.m. in the Gallagher-Iba Arena at Oklahoma State University. The event, sponsored by the Student Government Association Speakers Board, is free to students, staff and faculty with valid OSU IDs.

Known as a down-to-earth speaker, Goff connects with audiences in a powerful and inspirational way, encouraging them to have a “do” life. His New York Times best seller “Love Does,” encourages readers to “fiercely seek out ways of showing love.” Goff gives away the proceeds from the book, which recently helped build a school in Gulu, Uganda, through the nonprofit organization he founded called Restore International. Its goal is to improve educational opportunities and to be a voice and a friend to those in need.

Goff’s vision and work with theorganization resulted in his appointment as the honorary Consul General for the Republic of Uganda to the United States. He also serves asan adjunct professor at Pepperdine Law School, where he teaches nonprofit law, and Point Loma Nazarene University, where he teaches business law.                                               

“The SGA Speakers Board is excited to present Bob Goff to the student body this week,” said Shae Godsey, Speakers Board chairman. “His insight and experience will inspire students to live their lives with drive and purpose and we hope to see everyone there.”

Goff speaks regularly at universities and at events around the nation offering insight on ways students can take charge of their lives and help others.

General admission tickets can be purchased for $10 on April 16 beginning at 2 p.m. at the Gallagher-Iba Arena ticket office located on the south side of the building. Doors open at 6 p.m. Again, admission to the program is free to students, staff and faculty with a valid OSU ID. 

The Oklahoma State University Speakers Board is a sector of the Student Government Association that works to bring top-notch speakers to the OSU campus. Student Government Association allocates funds to clubs and organizations for events that can be enjoyed by the entire student body. It also designs programs to better the OSU campus, community and most importantly, students’ way of life. To learn more about SGA, visit sga.okstate.edu.