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Our Faculty

Meet the passionate scholars, thought leaders, and change-makers who inspire and guide our students every day.
Meet the passionate scholars, thought leaders, and change-makers who inspire and guide our students every day.

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Scholars and Practitioners Who Are Making a Difference in the World

A diverse, respected faculty is the cornerstone of the Walden learning experience. Our faculty features some of the skilled educators and practitioners in academia, business, education, nursing, and other fields. They excel at integrating their real-life lessons and experience into their teaching and academic leadership.

Walden faculty members are chosen not only for their academic and industry credentials but also for the energy, enthusiasm, and dedication they bring to our learning community. They understand the needs of adult learners who must balance their studies with work and family demands. Whether they’re celebrating your achievements or holding flexible office hours , our faculty actively support your success.

95%+

OF FACULTY HOLD A DOCTORAL DEGREE1

150+

STATE TEACHERS OF THE YEAR

40+

FULBRIGHT SCHOLARS AND SPECIALISTS2

800+

CURRENT AND PAST ADVISOR/BOARD MEMBERS FOR PROFESSIONAL & CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS3

600+

RECOGNIZED FOR EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING & MENTORSHIP3

250+

FELLOWS AND COMPETITIVE GRANT WINNERS3

Get to Know Our Faculty

3058 Faculty Members
School of Counseling
Melissa Deroche
Contributing Faculty
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Degree Program
M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Barbara Solomon School of Social Work
Renanda Dear
Contributing Faculty
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Degree Program
Master of Social Work (MSW)
School of Management
Lionel De Souza
Contributing Faculty
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Degree Program
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
Barbara Solomon School of Social Work
Beverly Dawson
Contributing Faculty
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Degree Program
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Barbara Solomon School of Social Work
Katrina Dowell
Contributing Faculty
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Degree Program
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
School of Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Studies
Ambronita Douzart
Contributing Faculty
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Degree Program
No Specific Program Affiliation
School of Counseling
Justin Dodson
Contributing Faculty
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Degree Program
M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling

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1Per Office of Institutional Effectiveness (OIE) as of fall 2020, composed of core and contributing faculty, Academic Skills Center staff, and academic leadership, based on information provided by faculty members via Faculty Insight Tool (FIT)
2Per Office of Institutional Effectiveness (OIE) based on self-reported faculty data in Faculty Insight Tool (FIT) and verified by the Office of Student Affairs as of 2/25/2021.
3Per Office of Institutional Effectiveness (OIE) based on self-reported faculty data in Faculty Insight Tool (FIT) as of 2/25/21