Frederick Williams

Dr. Frederick Williams serves as Professor and Chair of the School of Criminal Justice and Government Relations at Kentucky State University, overseeing undergraduate/graduate criminal justice programs and the undergraduate political science program. His career combines academic leadership with extensive law enforcement experience.

Education:

• Bachelor's in Criminal Justice, Tennessee State University
• Master's and Doctorate, University of Louisville

Professional Background:

• 20-year career with Kentucky State Police, achieving rank of Major with command roles in Recruitment, Driver Testing, Training Academy, and Operations
• 14 years as adjunct instructor across multiple institutions
• Former Director of Criminal Justice Studies at Spalding University

Research Focus: Specializes in law enforcement operational methodologies and evaluation frameworks for criminal justice programs and policies, with numerous peer-reviewed publications advancing these fields.