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Mark your calendars for these can’t-miss events.

Photo courtesy of the Wake Forest University Face to Face Speaker Forum

Face to Face has announced five blockbuster speakers for Season Four that you will not want to miss. Here’s what to expect:

  • Legendary quarterback Peyton Manning on September 11
  • CNN anchor + 60 Minutes correspondent Anderson Cooper on November 21
  • Award-winning novelist Jesmyn Ward on December 5
  • Political commentator David Brooks on February 27, 2025
  • Multi-platinum singer-songwriter John Legend on April 8, 2025

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