Dr. Janet Williams

Dr. Janet Williams has dedicated 34 years to William Carey University, where she has held various distinguished roles. Her career highlights include being recognized as an Outstanding Young Woman in America and Women of the Year for the Mississippi Gulf Coast. She has also been honored as the MNA Administrator of the Year and named a Healthcare Hero in Mississippi. Dr. Williams served on the Mississippi Board of Nursing and played a pivotal role in establishing and expanding the College of Health Sciences across three campuses, introducing five majors and 19 programs.

Dr. Williams is a passionate advocate for William Carey University's mission and goals, emphasizing quality education and enrollment growth. She attributes her success to the exceptional teamwork within the university and particularly within the College of Health Sciences, where she fosters innovation in educational delivery methods.

Under her leadership, the College of Health Sciences boasts three programs ranked 5th nationally and one ranked 9th. National student licensure scores consistently exceed the national averages. The College upholds values of honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct, ensuring all programs maintain rigorous educational standards.

Education

• Ph.D. in Educational Leadership,University of Southern Mississippi
• Master of Business Administration, University of South Alabama
• Master of Science in Nusring, University of Alabama at Birmingham
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Southern Mississippi