Katisa Donaldson

Katisa Donaldson is a Professor and serves as the Chairperson of the Department of Social Work and the MSW Program Director at Florida A&M University. She holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Florida State University (2000). Her roles include curriculum development, accreditation compliance, and program coordination across classroom and field practicum activities.

• Education: MSW, Florida State University, 2000

Her research interests focus on community-based social work practices, policy analysis, and child welfare systems. She emphasizes integrating academic training with real-world field experiences through structured practicums and internships. Donaldson has led initiatives in program evaluation, community outreach, and crisis intervention services.

Recipient of the 2015 Educator of the Year award from the National Association of Social Workers, she is committed to advancing social work education and promoting equity in underserved communities.

• Advising & Grants: Oversees student field placements, coordinates exit assessments, and manages program budgets. Collaborates with university offices (e.g., Provost’s Office) to align departmental strategies with institutional goals.

Donaldson has contributed to community programs like the Tallahassee Girls Choir of C.H.O.I.C.E. and the Walker Ford Community Center, focusing on family workshops, crisis intervention, and FCAT academic support initiatives.