Sandra Cox

Dr. Sandra Cox is an Associate Professor of English at Southeast Missouri State University, located in Cape Girardeau, MO. She specializes in 20th/21st century American literature, African-American literature, Latinx Anglophone literature, LGBTQIA studies, and feminist/gender theory. Her pedagogy emphasizes student-centered learning through active classroom engagement and instructional technology integration.

• Education: Ph.D. in English (University of Kansas, 2011); M.A. in Cultural Studies (Kansas State University, 2007)

Her research explores intersections between literature, culture, and human experience. Notable work includes An Ethics of Reading (2015), which examines moral frameworks in literary analysis. She advocates for higher education's role in fostering critical thinking and social justice.

Teaching philosophy prioritizes praxis through student-driven discussions, emphasizing literature's societal impact. No formal grants or awards listed, though her work reflects commitment to inclusive education.