School of Natural Sciences
Faculty Bio
Cynthia Naples, PhD
Associate Dean, School of Natural Sciences; Professor of Mathematics
Phone: 512-448-8676
Education
- PhD in Mathematics Education at University of Texas, Austin, Texas, 1993
- MA in Mathematics Education at University of Texas, Austin, Texas, 1976
- BSEd in Secondary Education at University of Texas, Austin, Texas, 1970
Why I Teach
My goal has always been to teach courses that give students meaningful learning experiences in a positive environment. To that end, I continue to improve my expertise, share teaching strategies with peers and implement various teaching methods while remembering that learning is hard work.
I have a strong commitment to our rigorous, liberal arts education. In the spirit of the mission of St. Edward’s, I design courses with an emphasis on creativity, critical thinking and writing. I believe that the primary purpose of an education is to enable students to succeed as productive, problem-solving members of society.


