June Jordan
American poet and essayist
June Millicent Jordan was an American poet, essayist, teacher, and activist. In her writing she explored issues of gender, race, immigration, and representation. Wikipedia
Born: July 9, 1936, Harlem, New York, NY
Died: June 14, 2002 (age 65 years), Berkeley, CA
Spouse: Michael Meyer (m. 1955–1965)
Education: The University of Chicago, Barnard College, and Midwood High School
Children: Christopher David Meyer
Parents: Granville Ivanhoe and Mildred Maud Jordan