Framingham State University
Catherine Murphy is a dedicated education professional with extensive experience in teaching English Language Learners and mentoring educators. Currently serving as a Visiting Professor at Framingham State University since January 2024, Catherine also holds the position of English Second Language Specialist at Lexington Public Schools since October 2008, where responsibilities include providing pull-out instruction for ELLs, delivering professional development courses, and mentoring new teachers. Catherine has contributed as an Adjunct Faculty Member at MATSOL and served as Program Director for the Fiske Mentor Program, securing grant funding to support newcomer mentoring. Prior roles include teaching ESL to adult learners, working as an instructor for the Jesuit Volunteer Corps, and multiple positions within public school systems. Catherine received a Master’s Degree from Boston College and a Bachelor’s Degree from Providence College.
Framingham State University
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Framingham State University was founded by Horace Mann in 1839 as the first state-supported institution of public higher education in the United States for the training of teachers. Located in Framingham, Massachusetts, a community 20 miles west of Boston, the University assists in fulfilling the workforce needs of the Commonwealth with an emphasis on the rapidly growing high technology and service region known as MetroWest. The University integrates liberal arts and science programs with a variety of professional programs at the Baccalaureate and Master's levels.