Martin Pousson

Martin Pousson is a queer Cajun novelist, poet, and Creative Writing Professor at California State University, Northridge (CSUN). He earned a BA in English from Loyola University New Orleans (Most Outstanding Graduate) and an MFA in Creative Writing from Columbia University (Dean’s Fellowship Award). Previously, he taught at Columbia University, Rutgers University, and Loyola University.

• Education
  • BA in English, Loyola University New Orleans (1987)
  • MFA in Creative Writing, Columbia University (1999)

His work explores themes rooted in Cajun culture, queer identity, and Southern Gothic traditions. His novels and poetry have been recognized with prestigious accolades, including PEN Awards, Lambda Literary Award nominations, and NEA Fellowships.

At CSUN, he has taught courses such as The Short Story (ENGL 364), Advanced Narrative Writing (ENGL 408), and Senior Seminar in Narrative Writing (ENGL 490). He has served as Faculty Advisor for the Northridge Creative Writing Circle, LGBTQA, Queer Ambassadors, and the Queer People of Color Committee.

• Scientific Awards
  • PEN America/PEN Center USA Fiction Award
  • National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship
  • Lambda Literary Award Finalist
  • Pushcart Prize Nomination
  • Outstanding Faculty Award for Exceptional Creative Accomplishment (CSUN)
  • Excellence in Teaching Award (CSUN)
  • Jerome Richfield Scholar Award (CSUN)