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

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.

90%+

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 organizations

300+

Honorees for excellence in teaching & Leadership

200+

Competitive grant winners2

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Barbara Solomon School of Social Work
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Lisa Moon

Dean

School of Public Policy and Administration
School of Psychology
School of Criminal Justice
Shana Garrett

Shana Garrett

Dean

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School of Higher Education, Leadership, and Policy
School of Education and Professional Licensure
Kellie Costner

Kelley Costner

Dean

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School of Counseling
School of Human Services
William Barkley

Bill Barkley

Dean

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School of Technology and Applied Science
School of Management
Karlyn Barilovits

Karlyn Barilovits

Dean

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School of Education and Professional Licensure

Stephen Canipe

Associate Dean

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School of Public Policy and Administration
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Jim Castleberry

Associate Dean

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School of Higher Education, Leadership, and Policy

Pat Thurmond

Associate Dean

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Tomekia Luckett

Program Director

Degree Program
Master of Science in Nursing MSN
School of Psychology
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Alina Perez

Program Director

Degree Program
PhD Clinical Psychology
School of Health Sciences
Shelley Armstrong

Shelley Armstrong

Program Director

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Degree Programs
BS Health Studies BS Healthcare Management BS Public Health
 
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Nancy Moss

Program Director

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Degree Program
Doctor of Nursing Practice DNP
School of Human Services
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Kristin Faix Wilkinson

Program Director

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Degree Programs
BS Human Services MS Human Services PhD Human Services
School of Technology and Applied Science
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Gail Miles

Program Director

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Degree Programs
Doctor of Information Technology DIT Master of Information Systems Management MISM MS Information Technology
School of Public Policy and Administration
Rebecca Stout

Rebecca Stout

Program Director

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Degree Programs
Master of Public Administration MPA MS Nonprofit Management Leadership
Barbara Solomon School of Social Work
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Angela Gaddis

Program Director

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Degree Program
Bachelor of Social Work BSW
 
Vincent Hall

Vincent Hall

Program Director

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Degree Program
Master of Science in Nursing MSN
School of Higher Education, Leadership, and Policy
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Tiffany Hamilton

Program Director

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Degree Program
Doctor of Education EdD
School of Health Sciences

Kim Kato

Program Director

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Degree Programs
MS Health Education and Promotion PhD Health Education and Promotion MS Clinical Research Administration MS Health Informatics

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