Susan V. Bennett

Susan V. Bennett is an Assistant Professor of Childhood Education at the University of South Florida (USF), specializing in multicultural education and literacy. She holds a B.A. in Women Studies from Northern Kentucky University and Ohio State University, an M.Ed in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Cincinnati, and a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction/Literacy Education with a Multicultural Education cognate from USF.

Her research focuses on literacy education for marginalized populations, particularly incarcerated individuals and multicultural communities. Notable projects include Just Read, Florida! (2008–present) and Literacy for Individuals who are Incarcerated (2018–2019), funded by state education departments. Bennett has been recognized with awards such as the Provost’s Commendation for Teaching (2008) and the Pathways Award (2017).

• Education: B.A. (Women Studies) from Northern Kentucky University and Ohio State University
• M.Ed (Curriculum/Instruction) from University of Cincinnati
• Ph.D. (Curriculum/Instruction/Literacy Education) from University of South Florida

Bennett teaches courses like EDG 4376: Literature/Literacy/Social Studies for All Children and LAE 6616: Trends in Language Arts Instruction. She has held roles including Region 3 Director and President of professional organizations, demonstrating her leadership in educational advocacy.