Terrance Hayes

Terrance Hayes is a professor of English at New York University, born in 1971 in Columbia, South Carolina. His academic background includes a BA from Coker College and an MFA from the University of Pittsburgh. A prominent poet in contemporary literature, he has received numerous accolades including the National Book Award, MacArthur Fellowship, and Hurston/Wright Legacy Award.

• Academic Affiliation: New York University
• Education: BA (Coker College), MFA (University of Pittsburgh)

Research Interests: Hayes focuses on poetry, creative writing, and African American cultural expression. His work explores formal innovation, racial identity, and the intersection of personal and historical narratives.

Scientific Awards:

• National Book Award for Poetry (2010)
• MacArthur Fellowship (2014)
• Hurston/Wright Foundation Legacy Award for Poetry (2019)
• Bobbitt Prize (2020)
• Whiting Award
• NAACP Image Award for Poetry (2016)