Clyde Ray

Clyde Ray, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of Politics at Holy Cross College. He holds a BS in political science from Western Carolina University, an MA from Villanova University, and a Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. His research focuses on constitutional law, American politics, and political theory. He is the author of two books and numerous articles in these fields. Ray has received multiple teaching awards, including the Tanner Teaching Assistant Award and Earle Wallace Award.

His academic career includes roles at Lincoln Memorial University (chair of social sciences), Brevard College, Villanova University, and La Salle University. At Holy Cross, he teaches American government, political economy, political thought, and world politics. He aims to develop a comprehensive politics major covering American government, political philosophy, comparative politics, and international relations.

• Research Interests: Constitutional legitimacy, nationalism, sovereignty, political theory, statesmanship analysis, and civic education.
• Upcoming Events: Delivering Constitution Day lecture titled 'Common Good Constitutionalism Today'.

Ray emphasizes fostering critical citizenship through political education, aligning with Pope Francis's 'culture of encounter' philosophy. He has received research grants from institutions like the Mercatus Center and Intercollegiate Studies Institute.