On April 17, 2012, from 7:30-9:30 pm, Gustavus Adolphus College will host “A Celebration of Minnesota Poetry in Honor of Poet Laureate Joyce Sutphen.” The renowned poet, Professor of English here at Gustavus, will read from her work, and she’ll be joined by six local Minnesota poets: Candace Black, Rebecca Fremo, Matt Rasmussen, John Rezmerski, Richard Robbins, and Richard Terrill. The evening promises to be a memorable one, as the Gustavus community gathers to celebrate not only Sutphen’s remarkable achievements but also the rich range of poetry being produced in Southern Minnesota. The event takes place in Alumni Hall and is free and open to the public. The evening is made possible thanks to the generous support of the English Department, the Office of the President, Curriculum II, and the Writing Program.