Maya Angelou to speak at WVU tonight
Dr. Maya Angelou will be welcomed to the WVU Creative Arts Center at 7:30?p.m. today.
One of the most revered and honored writers of her generation, Angelou has been a focal point of socially critical literature since the publication of her first book, “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings.” Writing on points of contention such as female identity, sexual violence and social inequality, Angelou incorporates her life experiences into relatable ruminations on these tough subjects, opening them up to her readers.
?She brings these stories to life throughout her travels, spreading her wisdom to audiences all over the world.
Angelou has published seven autobiographies, 17 books of poetry, six essays and a healthy collection of children’s books, plays and screenplays. She has also directed several films, appeared on television shows and recorded several spoken word albums.
Angelou has won and been nominated for numerous awards, including a National Book Award nomination for “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,” a Pulitzer Prize nomination for “Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water ‘fore I Diiie,” three Grammy Awards for spoken word albums and a Tony Award nomination for her appearance in “Look Away.”
She has also received honorary degrees from nearly 40 universities.
The sold-out event is produced by WVU Arts & Entertainment. For more event information, please call 304-293-SHOW, or go online to events.wvu.edu.