Ms. Gray taught middle school reading for twelve years prior to joining the Educational Studies department as an adjunct faculty member in 2002.  She is currently a full time visiting instructor and teaches courses in child study, middle school philosophy, and freshman composition (Gateway).  Ms. Gray is deeply committed to the social justice mission of the university and the Educational Studies department and enjoys learning with and from her students.  Literacy in general and writing in particular are two of her passions.  She is certified in Illinois as a Reading Specialist (K-12) and holds additional teaching certifications in elementary education (K-9) and reading instruction (K-12).  Presently, Ms. Gray is a doctoral candidate for a PhD in English Studies with an emphasis in rhetoric and composition.