Testimonies
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“Bridges challenged the audience with so many facts that several of them headed for the library shortly after the question and answer period. Besides his thorough wealth of knowledge, his delivery and style were both entertaining and personable. It was a very enjoyable evening for all.”
- JAMES L. REESE, Assistant Dean Bates College, Lewiston, Maine
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“Dr. Bridges exceeded our expectations a thousand times over. He has helped to generate support for multicultural programming on this campus.”
- TRACEY SHULTZ, University Programming Board Chair, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, Texas
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“Your presentation proved to be the most stimulating event of our Black History Month Celebration. Intellectually and emotionally, both blacks and whites were impressed with your global group of mankind’s progress through the ages and the significant role that ethnic groups have played in the scheme of history.”
- KARL WILSON, Director Marshall Student Center, Georgia Southwestern College, Americus, Georgia
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“Congratulations on being honored as Tar Heel of the Week for your work as a community and civil rights leader in Durham.”
- BEVERLY PURDUE, Former Governor, North Carolina
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“The two North Carolinians you have chosen to honor at this year’s banquet - Ms. Minnie Forte and Dr. Bruce Bridges - have dedicated their lives to educating our youth. Because of this dedication, these young people have been given the skills and knowledge they needed to succeed in attaining their dreams for a brighter future.”
-ROY COOPER
Governor, North Carolina
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“A big congratulations to tonight’s honorees, Minnie Fort - Brown and Dr. Bruce Bridges. They are wonderful people and are most deserving.”
-JOSH STEIN
Attorney General, North Carolina
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“Dr. Bruce Bridges has been a pillar in the Durham community throughout his life. A Durham native and North Carolina Central University Alumnus, Dr. Bridges is an esteemed history professor at NCCU and St. Augustine’s University. A remarkable author, exceptional speaker, and brilliant professor, he has made it his life’s mission to make change through his words, touching the hearts of countless people globally.”
-VALERIE P. FOUSHEE
Member of Congress
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“Dr. Bridges is a globally recognized educator that has educated students from Durham North Carolina to West Africa. An expert in African Studies, Dr. Bridges has guided universities in the development of their programs. Never backing down from a fight, Dr. Bridges doesn’t simply educate he challenges all to seek enlightenment through education, An entrepreneur, author, and professor, his career in North Carolina represents excellence in the field of education."
