Dr. Donovan Livingston (he/him)
Livingston is the current Chapel Hill Poet Laureate (2025-2026). He’s an award-winning educator, spoken word poet, and public speaker whose words have inspired millions. With a passion for empowering young minds and communities, Livingston believes every child has the right to “lift off” and achieve their dreams. He serves as Teaching Assistant Professor of Music and Director of College Thriving at UNC Chapel Hill. His work uses culture, hip-hop, and spoken word poetry to ignite change and foster student success.
