This week, the University of New Hampshire is hosting poet Nikki Giovanni on Wednesday February 3rd. The event will be held in the Hamilton Smith building, and takes place from 6-7:30. A fitting way to kick off the University’s Black History Month, this event is being held during Martin Luther King Week, since Ms. Giovanni is renowned for her expertise on the matter. While some of the professors, especially those who work in Hamilton Smith, are looking forward to the upcoming event, some of the students do not seem quite as enthusiastic. Senior Baylee Cherkis commented, “I have read some of her poetry before, and it’s nothing I’m too thrilled about”.
Even though Ms. Giovanni is known for her poetry, she is also held as a great African American speaker, which is one of the main points of this event. This event will also include readings by a couple of English professors. Professors Courtney Marshall, Dennis Britton, Cord Whitaker and Reginald Wilburn, will each be contributing to the discussion about the African Literary Studies Program. All English majors are encouraged to come to the event, to come check out this event, if they have the time. Professor Dennis Britton said, “This is a great way for students to learn more about the African American culture and pick the brain of a well known poet and fantastic person”.
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