Marissa Lammon

Marissa Lammon is a Lecturer in the Communication Faculty at the University of Colorado. She holds a PhD in media research and practice from the same institution, alongside an MA in communication and a BA in psychology.

• Education: BA in Psychology, MA in Communication, PhD in Media Research and Practice (University of Colorado)

Her interdisciplinary research focuses on children's media and mediated death, blending child development insights with cultural analysis to explore psychological and social impacts of animation. She emphasizes engaged scholarship in teaching, integrating practical applications of coursework.

Professional roles include serving on the editorial board of The International Journal of Disney Studies and consulting for media studios like Pixar Animation Studios and Skydance Animation Studios.