Shards of Light and Hope

Dr. Thomas holds a PhD in literature and psychology from Union University and Institute a doctorate in applied theology from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and a master of arts in creative writing and poetry from Stetson University in Florida in addition to a master of arts in psychology from Saint Leo University in Florida. She has taught literature psychology and women’s studies at the University of Connecticut Bowie State University and Cameron University as well as a number of additional universities and colleges. She has also taught creative writing at Gavle University in Storvik Sweden. During her sojourn of eleven years at the University of Connecticut she taught psychology and creative writing and enjoyed private practice with Shoreline Psychiatric Associates. In addition for three years she was also an adjunct professor at Niantic Prison for Women. Her classes resulted in a book of original art and poetry which was eventually published by the State of Connecticut. Dr. Thomas and her recently retired husband Dr. Frank Thomas a surgeon now reside in Ormond-by-the Sea where they are inveterate beach walkers writers and proud parents of their newly acquired schnauzer Rocky who accompanies them on their frequent walks. Including a number of published chapbooks this will be Dr. Thomas’s fifth book of poetry.