Beth Greene Costner

Beth Greene Costner is a Professor and Dean of the College of Education, Sport, and Human Sciences at Winthrop University. She also serves as Co-Director of the Counseling and Development Program. Her professional focus centers on mathematics education, teacher preparation, and institutional assessment initiatives, particularly through her work with the Winthrop Initiative for STEM Education (WISE) Program, which supports educators in high-need schools.

• Ph.D., The Ohio State University

Dr. Costner's career spans roles as Chair of the Department of Mathematics (2008–2014), Associate Dean in the College of Arts and Sciences (2011–2015), and Associate Dean in her current college (2015–present). She emphasizes teacher recruitment and retention, bridging her administrative leadership with classroom-focused training. Colleagues and students may contact her directly at costnerb@winthrop.edu.