For over a decade, Hammer's Poetry Series has concluded its annual offerings for the academic year with readings by a stellar group of up-and-coming writers who have won awards for competitions sponsored by the Department of English or by a statewide consortium of universities. Tonight you will experience just why this group of UCLA-educated poets has garnered praise. Please enjoy this new wave of literary talent in action, and join our tradition of welcoming their unique voices into the world. This series of readings is organized and hosted by Stephen Yenser, poet and professor at UCLA.