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