Dr. Sheila Williams
Program Chair - Research and Doctoral Studies
Dr. Sheila Williams, Program Chair for Research and Doctoral Studies, provides leadership in planning, implementing, and evaluating doctoral student programs, processes, and operations to promote student success. She oversees, manages, and ensures compliance of Doctoral Projects and Dissertations at CalSouthern University and Trident University International. Dr. Williams provides leadership for academic and student affairs as well as leadership for college or system-wide initiatives. She also serves as DSA (Doctoral Student Association) Faculty Sponsor.
Her professional background includes being an Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, Director of Education, Interim Campus Director/President, High School Assistant Principal, a School Counselor, and more.
Dr. Williams is an Advocate for Mental Health Awareness and has done extensive work with NAMI and other mental health organizations. Dr. Williams is a published author and a John Maxwell certified international Speaker, Trainer, and Coach.
Areas of Expertise
- Intrinsic Motivation
- Mental Health Awareness and Advocacy
- Depression
- Adverse Childhood Experiences
Education History
- PhD - Leadership and Education, Barry University
- MA - Mental Health and School Counseling, Webster University
- BA - Psychology, minor in Sociology, University of Central Florida
