James Daniels APPOINTED AS Greensboro’s next POET LAUREATE

James Daniels, a poet, educator, and artistic leader, has been appointed Poet Laureate of Greensboro. He holds an MFA in Creative Writing and currently serves as Professor and Coordinator of Creative Writing at North Carolina A&T State University. Daniels is a published author whose poetry appears in Greensboro Review, EcoTheo, Cherry Tree Literary, Stonecoast Review, Windhover, and more. His chapbook God-Damned Eden was published by Bull City Press. A strong advocate for arts-based community building, has over a decade of experience teaching writing and hip-hop education across universities, schools, and community programs. Daniels leads Sol Lxve Creative Studios and supports artist development through the Fire and Light Collective.

"This honorary designation of laureateship is about building bridges... I plan to steward whatever I am given in this role for the greater good of Greensboro, poetry, and the art and culture that makes us human—by breaking walls and making us bridges."

                                                                                                                        -James Daniels

About the Program

The Poet Laureate Program is administered by Creative Greensboro.

The Poet Laureate serves as an ambassador for poetry and creative expression, leading initiatives that make literature more accessible to all. While the position allows flexibility to reflect the individual’s artistic vision and strengths, core responsibilities include:

• Leading a project that expands literary engagement within communities with limited access to the arts
• Performing at select civic and cultural events
• Curating a public program in celebration of National Poetry Month
  
  

About Creative Greensboro

Founded in 2019, Creative Greensboro provides support for, ensures access to and drives awareness of Greensboro’s creative community. Through a range of programs, services and partnerships, Creative Greensboro supports the development of a vibrant city.

Interested in becoming the City’s next Poet Laureate? APPLY HERE