Arizona Poet Laureate
Current Laureate:
Alberto Ríos
Start of Term:
January 20, 2014
Responsibilities and Authority of the Arizona Poet Laureate
The following are the responsibilities and authority of the Arizona Poet Laureate as stated in SB 1348:
The Arizona Poet Laureate shall travel to urban and rural communities, visiting the various regions of the state at least once during his/her term and placing an emphasis on outreach to residents who might not otherwise be exposed to quality poetry.
The Arizona Poet Laureate shall offer a minimum of 4 public readings per year and undertake a major literary project (identified and implemented in consultation with the Arts Commission) during his/her term with the goal of educating residents about poetry and literary arts.
Source: AZ Commission on the Arts
Further Resources:
Alberto Álvaro Ríos Named 2018 Shelley Award Honoree
Source: AZ Commission on the Arts
