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Dr. Todd James Pierce is a Professor of English and Co-Director of the Creative Writing Program at California Polytechnic State University. He holds a Ph.D. from Florida State University (2003), an M.F.A. in Creative Writing from the University of California, Irvine (1995), an M.A. in Literature and Interdisciplinary Studies from Oregon State University (1992), and a B.A. in Liberal Arts from Southern California College (1988).
His research focuses on creative writing (fiction/poetry), contemporary American literature, and mid-century animation history. He has authored or co-authored nine books, including biographies of Disney animator Ward Kimball and narrative non-fiction on Disneyland’s origins. His fiction and essays have appeared in over 70 journals and textbooks.
Pierce’s awards include the Cal Poly Distinguished Scholar (2018) and Drue Heinz Literature Prize (2006). He hosts the DHI Podcast exploring American animation and theme park history, blending academic rigor with public engagement.
