... in 1982, as a Reynolds Professor of American Studies at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. In 1993, Angelou recited her poem, "On the Pulse of Morning," at President Bill Clinton's inauguration. She was the first poet to make an inaugural recitation since 1961. Maya Angelou's career has allowed her to make a difference in the world. She worked steadfastly for peace ... ...

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... Commission by President Gerald Ford, the National Commission on the Observance of International Women's Year by Jimmy Carter, and in 1993 she wrote and delivered the presidential inauguration for President Bill Clinton. Maya Angelou is a decorated author. She has been nominated for two Emmy awards and has won a Pulitzer Prize. She is also a highly cultured person. She can speak English, French, Spanish ... ...

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... Commission by President Gerald Ford, the National Commission on the Observance of International Women's Year by Jimmy Carter, and in 1993 she wrote and delivered the presidential inauguration for President Bill Clinton. Maya Angelou is a decorated author. She has been nominated for two Emmy awards and has won a Pulitzer Prize. She is also a highly cultured person. She can speak English, French, Spanish ... ...

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... , a author, a historian, a actress, a playwright, a civil-rights activist, a producer, and a director. She began her career in drama and dance and in 1993 she wrote and delivered the presidential inauguration for President Bill Clinton. She is also fluent in English, French, Spanish, Italian, and West African Fanti. Several types of emotions are conveyed through Angelou's poem and knowing something about Angelou's life can help ... ...

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... Commission by President Gerald Ford, the National Commission on the Observance of International Women's Year by Jimmy Carter, and in 1993 she wrote and delivered the presidential inauguration for President Bill Clinton. Maya Angelou is a decorated author. She has been nominated for two Emmy awards and has won a Pulitzer Prize. She is also a very cultured person. She can speak English, French, Spanish ... ...

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• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School