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Greg Mortenson

Author of the 08/09 Book in Common:
Three Cups of Tea
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
LAXSON AUDITORIUM | 7:00 p.m.

This lecture is "SOLD OUT" as all tickets have been distributed.

"One of the most remarkable adventure stories of our time." — Tom Brokaw

Do you know anyone who would be willing to sell everything they own and live in their car just so they could save every dollar for someone else? Greg Mortenson, after his failed attempt to climb K2, wandered into an impoverished village in northern Pakistan and observed 82 children scratching their lessons in the dirt. What followed changed his life, the lives of all in the village, and has emerged as a story that continues to touch thousands with its single-minded vision. Not only did Greg build one school, he has built many, and along the way found himself playing a major role in one of the most historically and culturally pivotal areas in the world today. Author of Three Cups of Tea, the 2008–2009 CSU, Chico Book In Common, Mortenson will be speaking on his mission to educate and promote peace — one cup of tea at a time.

Greg Mortenson's visit to CSU, Chico is sponsored by the Colleges of Engineering, Computer Science and Construction Management; Agriculture; Business; Behavioral and Social Sciences; Natural Sciences; Communication and Education; Humanities and Fine Arts; the First Year Experience Program; Continuing Education; the Hodgkins Peace Lecture; and Chico Performances.