Certified and trained as a Historian and Political Economist, Carlton teaches and conducts research in several departments and disciplines. Most recently, his teaching activities have included courses on global studies, history, political science, American popular culture, and student success leadership.
University Carnegie Scholar for Civic Engagement
Faculty Fellow for Diversity in the Curriculum
The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning
University System of Georgia Governor’s Teaching Fellow
Sustainability Scholar
Division of Diverse and Inclusive Excellence
Dr. Usher was recently awarded a Textbook Transformation Grant from Affordable Learning Georgia (ALG). Consequently, he designed a hallmark textbook-less course to deflect the rising cost of college tuition. To date, he has saved students $450k in book expenses.
USG’s Seven Revolutions Fellow
University System of Georgia’s Seven Revolutions Fellow
