Andrew Pierce

Andrew Pierce serves as Associate Professor of Philosophy and Director of Justice Studies at Saint Mary's College, based in Spes Unica 153 with contact email apierce@saintmarys.edu. His academic leadership spans both departmental instruction and interdisciplinary program direction.

His educational background includes:

• PhD from Loyola University Chicago
• MA from Michigan State University
• BA from Michigan State University

Dr. Pierce's research critically examines intersections of race, power, and social structures through four primary lenses:

• Systemic analysis of racial oppression
• Philosophical foundations of social justice movements
• Critical race theory applications in education
• Community engagement pedagogies

His publication trajectory reveals evolving scholarly focus from foundational identity theory (2012 monograph) toward urgent contemporary analyses of racial justice movements and urban equity. Recent works demonstrate methodological consistency in applying critical theory to real-world inequities, particularly through examinations of Black Lives Matter and anti-gentrification frameworks. Philosophical humanism serves as recurring analytical anchor across his oeuvre.

Dr. Pierce teaches core philosophy courses including Introductory Philosophy, Logic, and Philosophy of Law alongside Justice Studies curriculum, reflecting his dual departmental commitments.