Lecture: Billy Collins: Former U.S. Poet Laureate - Colorado College

Lecture: Billy Collins: Former U.S. Poet Laureate

The U.S. Poet Laureate from 2001-2003, Billy Collins is one of America's most beloved poets. He is the author of "The Trouble With Poetry," "Sailing Alone Around the Room," "Nine Horses" and several other books. He won Best American Poetry twice; once in 1992 and again in 1993. He also won the Bess Hokin award in 1992. Collins, a current teacher at Lehman College, was born in New York City. Sponsored by the Demarest Lloyd Lecture Fund, the Colorado College Visiting Writers Series and the CC dean's office.

Location: Shove Memorial Chapel, 1010 N. Nevada Ave. (map)

Tickets: free

This event is open to the general public.