Susan Gregson

Dr. Susan Gregson is an Associate Professor (Field Service) at the University of Cincinnati's College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services, specializing in Curriculum & Instruction and Middle Childhood Education programs. With a career spanning over three decades, she combines extensive teaching experience in diverse settings (including U.S. urban/rural schools and Peace Corps service in Kenya) with research focused on equity in mathematics education.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2012)
• M.Ed. in Mathematics Education, University of Mississippi (2001)
• B.S. in Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Illinois (1986)

Research Focus: Dr. Gregson's work centers on equitable mathematics instruction, political knowledge development for teachers, and preparing educators to support marginalized students. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges mathematics education, critical pedagogy, and social justice, emphasizing practical classroom applications and teacher training reforms.

Publication Trends: Her scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on equity-oriented mathematics education, with recent work (2024) addressing BIPOC teacher shortages. Articles frequently explore technology integration (2018), inclusive strategies for students with learning disabilities (2018), and critical dialogues in mathematics (2017), often employing case studies and applied classroom research.

Awards & Honors:

• Four-time recipient of the Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching (2013-2014, 2015-2016, 2017-2018, 2018-2019)

Grants & Projects:

• Co-PI for "Rethinking How Our Political World Takes Shape: The Individual Level Origins of Gerrymandering" ($15,000; 2020-2021)
• Collaborator for "Ohio Department of Education University of Cincinnati BIPOC Teacher Pathway" ($150,010; 2021-2023)