PURSUE YOUR PASSION UNIVERSITY TOUR
The Pursue Your Passion Tour with Kirk Nugent, The People’s Poet, is a powerful mix of spoken word and inspiration that has reached over 400 colleges. Ideal for multicultural departments, this tour inspires and motivates students to embrace their passions and pursue their goals.
The Pursue Your Passion University Tour
The Pursue Your Passion Tour is more than a performance; it is an experience that awakens students to their potential and reminds them of the power of purpose. Led by Kirk Nugent, The People’s Poet and inspirational speaker, this tour blends spoken word, storytelling, and performance into an unforgettable event.
With over 400 colleges and universities across the United States already impacted, the Pursue Your Passion Tour has become a trusted program for multicultural departments seeking to inspire, empower, and engage their students. Each performance is tailored to connect with diverse audiences, addressing real challenges while sparking new possibilities.
Bring Kirk Nugent to your campus and give your students an event they will never forget. The Pursue Your Passion Tour is designed to entertain, uplift, and inspire, leaving students motivated to embrace their passions and pursue their goals with confidence and courage.
Book the Pursue Your Passion Tour today and let The People’s Poet bring inspiration to your campus.
In Their Own Words: College Students Respond to Kirk Nugent’s Pursue Your Passion
What Colleges Are Saying About the Pursue Your Passion Tour
Colleges and universities across the nation are talking about the impact of Kirk Nugent’s Pursue Your Passion Tour. From professors to students, the feedback highlights how his message strengthens classroom learning, builds leadership, and inspires lasting transformation.
📰 Kirk Nugent to Deliver Griffin Bell Lecture at Georgia Southwestern State University – Albany Herald
Georgia Southwestern highlighted Kirk Nugent as the keynote speaker for the prestigious Griffin Bell Lecture Series, underscoring his ability to deliver thought-provoking messages on leadership, purpose, and resilience. His selection reflects both the impact and credibility of his work with college audiences.
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📰 The Science of Being Great Starts With You – Winona State University
Professor Judi Becker of Winona State and St. Mary’s University praised the presentation as “excellent” and said the message directly aligns with her classroom teaching. “This is right up our alley. We have conversations like this all the time in the classroom.”
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📰 Cutting Edge Poet Slices Into Reality – University of North Carolina at Pembroke (The Robesonian)
The article highlights how Kirk Nugent brings a bold, cutting-edge style to poetry and performance, “slicing into reality” with messages that resonate deeply with college audiences. His presentation challenges students to think differently, embrace authenticity, and connect with truth in a powerful way.
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📰 Kirk Nugent Inspires at Bates College – Bates College News
Bates College showcased Kirk Nugent’s powerful blend of poetry and storytelling, emphasizing how his words motivated students to reflect, grow, and embrace their unique potential. His appearance highlighted the tour’s ability to spark conversations around purpose, identity, and transformation.
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A Legacy of Impact: Just a Few of the Stages Kirk Nugent Has Graced
What To Expect
With over 20 years of experience in personal development and leadership education, Kirk brings a wealth of knowledge and practical wisdom to his presentations. Having facilitated Central Michigan Leadership Freshman Orientation for 15 consecutive years, Kirk has refined his ability to connect with diverse audiences and create transformative learning experiences.
Kirk's presentation thoughtfully weaves together essential life themes that resonate with audiences seeking meaningful growth and transformation. Through engaging storytelling and practical insights drawn from his extensive experience, Kirk addresses key areas including:
Mental Health & Wellness: Exploring strategies for emotional resilience and psychological well-being, helping participants develop sustainable practices for maintaining mental health in challenging times.
Leadership & Personal Development: Empowering individuals to unlock their potential and lead with authenticity, drawing from Kirk's extensive background in leadership education and mentoring.
Spirituality & Purpose: Helping audiences discover deeper meaning and connection in their lives, providing frameworks for exploring personal values and life direction.
Personal Responsibility: Emphasizing the importance of creating lasting change through personal accountability, teaching participants how to take ownership of their growth and outcomes.
Relationship Building: Providing practical tools for stronger connections and more meaningful interactions with others, based on years of experience in group dynamics and interpersonal communication.
These represent some of the core topics Kirk explores, though the full presentation encompasses a broader range of interconnected themes designed to inspire holistic personal growth and positive life transformation. His two decades of experience and consistent track record in leadership development ensure that participants receive both theoretical knowledge and actionable insights they can immediately apply to their lives.
