Dr. John Williams

Associate Professor

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Biography

John Williams III is an Associate Professor in Urban Education at Texas A&M University. His research focuses on developing and replicating practices and policies that dismantle inequitable discipline outcomes for African American students in K-12 school environments. He obtained his PhD in Curriculum Instruction with a specialization in Urban Education from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2019. His earlier academic qualifications include a Master’s in Education Policy Studies from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, as well as degrees in Business Administration and Public Administration from the University of Phoenix. Williams has authored and co-authored several significant publications including articles and books addressing issues of equity and political analysis in education. His work aims to contribute to the critical understanding of educational practices and improve outcomes for marginalized student populations.

Research Interests

Urban Education Educational Equity Discipline Outcomes K-12 Education

Courses

EDCI648. Urban Schools & Community INST222. Foundational Education in Multicultural Society

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.