Cara Mathis

Cara Mathis is a Lecturer at Murray State University, actively teaching since 2001. She specializes in Western Humanities, Composition, and Research Writing Across the Disciplines, driven by her passion for Greek and Roman culture, literature, and philosophy. Her teaching emphasizes connecting ancient and medieval texts to modern humanity, fostering critical reading and writing skills through classical and early modern works.

• M.A., English, Murray State University
• B.S., English with Minor in Speech Communication, Murray State University
• Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), San Diego State University

Her research focuses on interdisciplinary applications of classical studies in modern pedagogy, bridging humanities with practical writing instruction. She is affiliated with White Residential College and honor societies Alpha Sigma Lambda and Gamma Beta Phi.

Professional Memberships:

• White Residential College, Murray State University (2009–Present)
• Alpha Sigma Lambda, Eta Delta Chapter, Murray State University (2000–Present)
• Gamma Beta Phi Society, Murray State University (2000–Present)