معرفی
J. Harrison Watts serves as Professor of Business Administration and MBA Director at Our Lady of the Lake University, bringing extensive interdisciplinary expertise across business, law, and social sciences. His academic leadership includes directing the MBA program while maintaining active teaching responsibilities.
His educational qualifications feature exceptional breadth:
- PhD - Business Administration, Northcentral University
- Master of Business Administration, University of the Southwest
- Master of Jurisprudence - Business Law and Compliance, Texas A&M University
- Master of Arts in Law - Alternative Dispute Resolution, Regent University
- Master of Science - Human Resource Management, Golden Gate University
- Master of Arts in Public Management - Political Science/Public Administration, Midwestern State University
- Master of Arts - History and Criminal Justice, Sam Houston State University
- Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences - Criminal Justice, Midwestern State University
- Associate of Applied Sciences - Farm and Ranch Management, Vernon College
Dr. Watts' research and teaching portfolio spans Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Constitutional Law, and Political Science with emphasis on practical liberal education. His philosophy cultivates "intentional learners" through cognitive-behavioral integration, preparing students for workforce adaptability and graduate success. This approach reflects the "Greater Expectations" educational framework prioritizing lifelong learning and interdisciplinary synthesis.
His distinguished recognition includes:
- Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences Outstanding Mentor Award (2019)
- Muriel D. Clarke Student Life Award (Washburn University, 2011-2012)
- Student Life Achieving Excellence Award (Washburn University, 2011-2012)
- SOAR Award for Student Club Advising (Washburn University, 2011)
- Criminal Justice Advisor of the Year (Cameron University, 2008)
As an academic advisor, Dr. Watts mentors multiple honor societies including Alpha Phi Sigma (Criminal Justice) and Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science), while maintaining professional affiliations with the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences and Southwestern Social Science Association. His public service extends to the Texas State Guard as Officer in Charge of Search and Rescue Training, building on prior U.S. Army experience.
