On behalf of the City of Columbia and in accordance with R-2014-081, One Columbia for Arts and Culture seeks applicants for the position of City of Columbia Poet Laureate.
The role of City of Columbia Poet Laureate was created in 2014 to create opportunities for dissemination of poetry in Columbia, promote the appreciation and knowledge of poetry among our young people, and act as a spokesperson for the growing number of poets and writers in Columbia.
The City of Columbia Poet Laureate is an honorary, unpaid position recognized by the Columbia, SC City Council to serve in the role for a term of four years. The next term will run from January 2023 to December 2026.
The selected poet will perform the following duties as City Poet Laureate:
– Visit schools and attend city, library and school functions as needed
– Be available for service over the full four-year term
– Carry out activities that engage the public in poetry and/or literary arts
– Give readings at special City of Columbia events
One Columbia for Arts and Culture provides a reasonable budget to defray the costs of materials and supplies for activities conducted by the Poet Laureate.
Application:
Poets over the age of 18 that are interested in applying for the position of City of Columbia Poet Laureate can apply using the online form at: https://onecolumbiasc.wufoo.com/forms/city-of-columbia-poet-laureate-applications.