Katherine Mason Cramer

Dr. Katherine Mason Cramer is a Professor and Program Chair for Middle/Secondary English Education at Wichita State University's School of Education. Her work focuses on affirming LGBTQ+ identities, inclusive pedagogy, and leveraging Young Adult Literature (YAL) to address gender diversity and intersectional identities in educational settings. She leads initiatives to disrupt heteronormative school cultures and develop queer-inclusive curricula.

Education background: Holds a Ph.D., with expertise in English education and teacher preparation. Professional roles include program leadership, curriculum development, and fostering collaboration between university and K-12 educators.

Research emphasizes LGBTQ+ representation in literature, teacher training for inclusive practices, and leveraging YA narratives to address societal issues. Key themes include queer youth visibility, intersectional identities, and creating safe educational spaces.

Publications consistently address LGBTQ+ topics across education and literature, with recent work exploring transgender identities in middle grades texts and queer narratives in sports contexts. Her 2023-2024 articles highlight professional development strategies and curriculum integration of inclusive materials.

No awards listed in available materials. Active in service roles related to teacher education program coordination and K-12/university partnerships.

Operates from Hubbard Hall on Wichita State's main campus, coordinating initiatives that bridge theory and practice in English education. Engages in continuous program improvement through reflective pedagogical frameworks and digital tool integration.