| Date: | April 08, 2026 |
| Time: | 4:00 - 6:00 PM |
| Venue: | Lyric Theatre |
| Description: |
The Virginia Tech College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences presents the Annual Giovanni-Steger Poetry Prize on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at The Lyric Theatre in Blacksburg, VA. Student finalists from across the university will take center stage. The Giovanni-Steger Poetry Prize ceremony, held in honor of the late Nikki Giovanni, will celebrate the power of poetry and creativity. A beloved poet, educator, and University Distinguished Professor Emerita, Giovanni’s legacy continues to inspire generations of writers and artists. A reception will follow the readings. The event is free and open to the public. The Lyric Theatre is located at 135 College Avenue in Blacksburg, VA. To view the event flyer, visit: https://i.postimg.cc/tRFRFXcK/image.png. For more information, visit: https://events.liberalarts.vt.edu/event/giovanni-steger-poetry-prize-2/ or https://www.thelyric.com/calendar/ or https://www.facebook.com/VTLiberalArts or https://www.facebook.com/lyric.blacksburg or https://www.facebook.com/events/1830969874173532/ or https://www.instagram.com/thelyrictheatre/ or call 540-951-4771. |