CORNEL WEST TO SPEAK AT EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY

Princeton professor and author Cornel West will discuss race matters in the 21st century Friday at East Carolina University.

A prolific writer and frequently cited scholar, West is one of the most influential voices in America's ongoing racial debate.

His books include "Breaking Bread" and "Prophetic Reflections and Prophetic Thought in Postmodern Times." His breakthrough book, "Race Matters," is widely read and evokes much discussion on the topic of race in the 21st century. West's lecture begins at 7 p.m. Friday in Hendrix Theatre inside Mendenhall Student Center.

Tickets are free for the campus and community, but a ticket is required for admission. Tickets may be obtained by contacting the ECU Central Ticket Office, 252- 328-4788.