Dr. Daniel J. Pinti

Biography

After graduating with a Ph.D. in English from The Ohio State University in 1992, I accepted a professor position at New Mexico State University, where I taught until 2000.  In 2001, I came to Niagara University, where I teach a variety of courses.  My favorite topics are the literature of the American West, Old English, Dante, the Bible as Literature, and Comics/Graphic Novels.  In addition to my work at Niagara University, I am an ordained Episcopal priest, and serve a small parish in Amherst.

Outside of work, I greatly enjoy music and my favorite activity is playing guitar, both by myself and in several bands.

Focus of Teaching

• Literature of the American West
• Old English and the Literature of Anglo-Saxon England
• Dante

Current Research

Dr. Daniel J. Pinti’s current research is in two areas:  nonfiction writing about New Mexico and the desert Southwest, and the Grateful Dead as a musical and cultural phenomenon.

Current Involvement

Dr. Daniel J. Pinti currently serves on the Academic Senate and the Senate Curriculum Committee.

Educational Background

• Ph.D., English, The Ohio State University
• M.A., English, The Ohio State University
• M.Div., Christ the King Seminary