By Chris Zahn
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark–Former First Lady of the United States from 2001 to 2009 Laura Bush will speak at Bud Walton Arena Thursday, April 18th at 7 p.m. as part of the University of Arkansas student sponsored Distinguished Lecture Series.
As first lady, Mrs. Bush advanced literacy and education to support America’s young people. Bush is currently the Chair of the Women’s Initiative at the George W. Bush Institute while continuing her work on global healthcare innovations, education reform and empowering women.
The event will be open seating and does not require a ticket. While the event is open to the public University of Arkansas students will be given first preference. The doors will open at 6 p.m. for students and 6:15 p.m. for the public.
The event starts at 7 p.m.