The UC Merced Library presents a new exhibit, "The Okie Poet Laureate: Wilma
Elizabeth McDaniel," featuring items from the archive. Curated by Class of 2009 alumna Kacy Marume, the exhibit presents an overview of the poet's life and documents influences on her work, including her family, her Okie experience, religion, and her residence in California's Central Valley.
A special reception featuring Central Valley writer Gerald Haslam will be held September 16 at 7 PM in KL355.