Gregory Roper

Gregory Roper is an Associate Professor of English and Dean of Students at the University of Dallas. He holds a PhD in English from the University of Virginia, along with a B.A. from the University of Dallas and an M.A. from the University of Virginia. His research focuses on Middle English literature, rhetoric and composition, literary theory, and pedagogy, with notable work on medieval penitential manuals, Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, and teaching methodologies. Roper has authored books including The Writer’s Workshop: Imitating Your Way to Better Writing (2007) and A Life Well-Lived: A Student Guide to the Education of the Whole Person (2023). His academic leadership extends to roles in educational ethics and student development, highlighted in his conference presentations on topics like student identity and classical pedagogy. He actively engages in professional development workshops, emphasizing stasis theory and rhetoric in education.

Education:

• B.A., University of Dallas
• M.A., University of Virginia
• PhD, University of Virginia

Research Interests: Medieval literature (especially Chaucer and the Gawain-poet), pedagogical innovation, rhetoric, and the intersection of faith and education. His work bridges literary analysis with practical teaching strategies, often exploring how medieval texts inform modern educational practices.

Publications Trends: His scholarship spans medieval literary analysis (e.g., Chaucer studies, medieval lyric poetry) and pedagogical essays advocating for imitation-based writing instruction. Recent work emphasizes ethical dimensions of student life and classical approaches to education. Conference presentations reflect his dual focus on medieval studies and modern teaching challenges.

Advising & Grants: No grants explicitly listed, but he advises students on graduate school and career paths. His workshops (e.g., on stasis theory) indicate mentorship in teaching methodologies.

Labs/Teams: Not explicitly mentioned, though his roles in faculty governance and student affairs suggest collaborative university initiatives.