Message from the Dean

William Woods University faculty, staff and administrators are caring, dedicated individuals who want to assist students in reaching their intellectual and professional goals.  Faculty members are involved with students outside the classroom in ways such as sponsoring student groups, developing and presenting co-curricular events, and attending student activities. The curriculum in our Graduate and Adults Studies programs has been designed for experienced adults who will be able to apply their learning directly to their careers.  For traditional students, we have developed innovative, engaging curricula with a professions-based focus, in addition

to which we provide a strong liberal arts base with our Common Studies

program of study. 

As our mission states, we at William Woods University are committed to the values of ethics, self-liberation and lifelong education in the world community.  Teaching is the primary responsibility for University faculty.  Small class sizes provide a supportive learning environment for students at all our learning sites.  The university is a community that promotes and nurtures intellectual, personal, and professional development in a socially responsible climate. We recognize faculty, staff, and students who practice creativity and inquiry. 

William Woods University effectively responds to the needs of its students, alumni and the community it serves.  We strive to provide continuous quality improvement because that is “The Woods Way.”

Sherry McCarthy, Ed.D.