Constance G. Wagner

Constance G. Wagner is a Lecturer of English at Saint Peter's University, specializing in creative writing, literary analysis, and J.R.R. Tolkien studies. She holds an M.A. from The New School for Social Research and a B.A. from Jersey City State College. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes critical thinking, stylistic elegance, and the integration of practical writing skills with academic rigor. She actively promotes the humanities as essential to both education and personal growth.

Her career spans diverse writing roles including journalist, theatre critic, editor, poet, and public speaker. She regularly presents on Tolkien’s works at academic conferences (e.g., Mythcon) and fan events (e.g., DragonCon). Currently, she is authoring a book analyzing sacrificial heroism in The Lord of the Rings.

Wagner teaches courses such as English Composition, Forms of Literature (Poetry and Drama), and New York Theatre Live. Her publications include poetry, short stories, academic articles, and theatre reviews. She emphasizes a workshop-style classroom environment to foster student confidence and professionalism.