Cortny Williams

Cortny Williams is a Professor in the Basic Sciences Department at the University of Western States (UWS), College of Chiropractic. She joined UWS in 2010 and teaches subjects including cell and molecular biology, metabolism, nutrition, physiology, and pathology. With a PhD in molecular microbiology and immunology (2006) and a postdoctoral fellowship at Oregon Health Sciences University (2008), she combines her academic expertise with roles as a certified team-based learning trainer-consultant and leader of the UWS community of research practice.

Education

• PhD in Molecular Microbiology and Immunology (2006)
• Postdoctoral Fellowship at Oregon Health Sciences University (2008)

Research Interests

• Student perceptions of quality learning environments
• Metacognitive and self-regulated learning skills
• Evaluative judgment in education
• Promoting professionalism and interprofessional collaboration

Professional Contributions

• Certified team-based learning trainer-consultant
• Leadership in UWS community of research practice
• Active engagement in professional development and training