Lucille Clifton
- Distinguished Professor of Humanities at SMCM
- Wrote many pieces of poetry, children's books, and a memoir
- State of Maryland Poet Laureate
- Descended from slaves
- Nominated twice for the Pulitzer
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lucille_Clifton
Lucille Clifton House
- Originally named the White House, but renamed on March 1st, 2017
- Houses Associate Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion/Chief Diversity Officer and Title IX Coordinator
Source: http://www.smcm.edu/news/2017/03/st-marys-college-names-building-distinguished-professor-lucille-clifton/