Wil Haygood display in Columbus State Library

Student News | Friday, March 13, 2026

Ahead of his visit this month, a second-floor display in the Library highlights the work of acclaimed author and journalist Wil Haygood. He will be on the Columbus Campus to speak about his new book, “The War Within a War: The Black Struggle in Vietnam and at Home.” The display features flyers and postcard handouts about his upcoming appearance, a QR code for easy registration, and print copies of several of Haygood’s well-known titles, including “The Butler” and “Showdown.” 

Haygood will appear on Thursday, March 26, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Mitchell Hall Event Center. Register here for the free event. The Library has limited hard copies of his new book.

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