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X-WR-CALNAME:"Just Follow Me" Book Talk and Signing
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DESCRIPTION:Featuring co-authors Thom Gossom '75 and Sam Heys\n\n3:30 pm Re
 ception   |   4:00 Talk   |   5:00 Book Signing\n\nFREE AND OPEN TO THE PU
 BLIC. \n\nIn 1969\, James Owens (1951–2016) made history as Auburn Unive
 rsity’s first Black football player\, a milestone that helped usher in t
 he end of segregation in the Southeastern Conference. A talented running b
 ack\, Owens endured racism and intense scrutiny during his time at Auburn.
  Through faith\, resilience and the support of his family\, he persevered
 —opening the door for generations of Black athletes to follow.\n\n“Jus
 t Follow Me” chronicles Owens’ remarkable life and legacy\, from his u
 pbringing in Fairfield\, Alabama\, to his debut as an Auburn Tiger\, his l
 ater work as a coach and pastor\, and his final years marked by serious he
 art issues. Drawing on personal interviews with Owens and with former team
 mates\, friends and coaches\, the book places his story within the broader
  context of the Civil Rights Movement\, offering an honest and inspiring a
 ccount of a trailblazing athlete and influential leader.
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LOCATION:Hotel at Auburn University & Dixon Conference Center\, Auditorium
SUMMARY:"Just Follow Me" Book Talk and Signing
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 d-signing
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Seminars
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