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Clinton Crockett Peters is an Associate Professor of Creative Writing in the Department of English, Rhetoric and Writing at Berry College, where he contributes to the College of Arts and Sciences. His work bridges literary art and environmental thought, with national recognition in major essay anthologies and journals.
His research interests center on creative nonfiction, environmental humanities, and narrative journalism. Drawing from personal and ecological themes, his writing explores the intersections of human experience, nature, and cultural identity. He is particularly known for his lyrical and reflective essays that engage with place, memory, and environmental change.
The trends in his publications reveal a sustained focus on environmental ethics, personal transformation through nature, and the cultural narratives of American landscapes. His works often blend memoir with critical inquiry, placing him at the forefront of contemporary literary nonfiction.
Scientific and Literary Awards:
- Finalist, ASLE Book Prize for Pandora’s Garden (2018)
- Literary Prize, The Iowa Review
- Literary Prize, Shenandoah
- Literary Prize, North American Review
- Literary Prize, Crab Orchard Review
- Literary Prize, Columbia Journal
- Award, Society for Professional Journalists
While no formal advising or grant information is listed, his role as a professor of creative writing suggests active mentorship of student writers. His background as a former wilderness guide and English teacher in Japan enriches his pedagogical and scholarly approach.
Peters is associated with no formal lab or research team, but his creative practice functions as a form of narrative research, often developed through immersive field experiences and literary collaboration.
