The "Latino poet of his generation," Martin Espada will be at UWT as part of the "Arts and Empowerment Series."  A fitting umbrella to bring such a renowned writer to T-town under, Espada has published 17 books and been a finalist for the Pulitzer.

Sponsored by H.O.P.E. Network, Latino Students Organization, and Tahoma West - UWT's literary journal - the reading and book signing event will also feature Speak Your Soul poet Robert Lashley and Tahoma West poets, Star Angelina Murray and Therese Ferreria-Douglas.

Dr. Martin Espada

Thursday, May 13, 6:40 p.m., free
UWT - Philip Hall,1900 Commerce St., Tacoma
eignacio@uw.edu