Convocation Chair Rohan Thakkar ’08 announced yesterday that Maya Angelou, the world-renowned poet and author, will be this year’s convocation speaker. The announcement was made at yesterday ...

Familiar faces recite some of Maya Angelou’s most famous words, from the poem “Caged Bird,” in honor of poet and author who died Wednesday at the age of 86.

Explore 8 powerful but lesser-known poems by Maya Angelou that reveal her depth, spirit, and poetic genius—perfect for discovery during National Poetry Month.

Maya Angelou, an influential visual poet, and civil rights activist, remains a cornerstone in Black history. Her work inspires courage, resilience, and to be proud of your culture. This legacy ...