U.S. Poet Laureate Robert Hass to Read
.JPG)
Robert Hass; Photo by Margaretta Mitchell
The University of Arkansas Creative Writing Program is proud to welcome Robert Hass, the United States poet laureate from 1995 to 1997. He will read on Thursday, April 28, at 7 p.m. in Giffels Auditorium in Old Main.
Widely read and much honored for his work as a poet, essayist and translator, Robert Hass's distinctions include the Pulitzer Prize (2007), the National Book Award (2008) and a MacArthur "Genuis" Fellowship.
This event is free and open to the public. It is made possible by the University of Arkansas department of English and the University of Arkansas Fine Arts Activities Fee.
Topics
Contacts
Dusty, McGee-Anderson
Creative Writing
575-4301,
mfa@uark.edu
Headlines
Peter Ungar Chosen as Member of the National Academy of Sciences
A distinguished professor of anthropology and director of environmental dynamics, Ungar is the first U of A faculty member to be elected to the prestigious Academy.
Ag Technology Students Visit Greenway Equipment, Learn About Advances in Machinery
Members of the U of A's Agricultural Systems and Technology Club recently spent a day at the Greenway Technology Farm in Newport to learn about advances featured in John Deere tractors and machinery.
College of Education and Health Professions WE CARE Everywhere Campaign Kicks Off This Summer
Retractable scroll banners with the phrase "WE CARE Everywhere" are small enough to fit any suitcase and just waiting for your chance to shine in social media posts throughout the summer.
Staff Senators for 2024-25 Elected
Twelve newly elected staff members will begin serving the U of A staff community for three-year terms beginning July 1 on the university's Staff Senate.
Matlock Briefs Congressional Staff Regarding Crop Sustainability Research
Professor Marty Matlock briefed U.S. House of Representative and Senate staff members on research conducted by the U of A regarding the effects of management practices on crop sustainability.