Guest lecturers Dr. Tania Favela and Dr. Luis M. Verdejo will explore the critical role poetry plays in contemporary society through dialogue where the poets discuss how poetry addresses pressing issues of today, such as social justice, identity, environmental crises, and cultural heritage. They will reflect on how poetry offers unique ways to process and respond to the complexities of modern life, fostering connection and insight in a critical era. Audience members will gain insights into how poets craft their works to capture the urgency of current times and the ways in which poetry can serve as a tool for reflection and transformation.

Join us each week for dedicated writing time, in person or on Zoom. Protect your time, move your project forward, and maybe find joy in the company of other writers. We are an inclusive group of faculty and staff from across the university.To join, contact Liz Kimball at ek674@drexel.edu. Sponsored by the Drexel University Writing Program and the Social Science and Humanities Research Council.