(Mobile, Ala.) Spring Hill College (SHC) announces the appointment of Kathleen J. Williams, JD, as Vice President for Admissions and Marketing and Chief Information Officer, effective August 5, 2024.
Williams brings over a decade of distinguished experience in higher education admissions and marketing to her new role. In her career, she has served as Director of West Coast Admissions at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT; Associate Director at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA and Interim Dean of Admissions at Lafayette College in Easton, PA. Her expertise spans both domestic and international admissions, reflecting her comprehensive understanding of the enrollment landscape.
Williams earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from Santa Clara University in Santa Clara, CA, and a Juris Doctorate from the Santa Clara School of Law. She earned a Certificate in College Admissions and Career Counseling from UC Berkeley.
Prior to her career in higher education, Williams was the owner and principal of a civil litigation law firm. There, she specialized in defending public entities and their employees in cases involving medical malpractice, employment, and civil rights litigation. Her background in law, combined with her innovative approach to admissions and marketing, equips her with a unique perspective that will greatly benefit Spring Hill College. She will play a pivotal role in advancing the College’s strategic goals, particularly in enhancing the admissions processes and marketing strategies.
“We are excited to welcome Dr. Kathleen Williams to Spring Hill College,” said Mary H. Van Brunt, PhD, President of Spring Hill College. “Her innovative and collaborative leadership style, coupled with her extensive experience, will be instrumental in guiding our admissions and marketing efforts as we continue to advance the College’s mission and vision.”
ABOUT SPRING HILL COLLEGE:
Founded in 1830, Spring Hill College is the oldest Catholic college in the Southeast and the third oldest Jesuit college in the United States. Spring Hill combines the Jesuit tradition of excellence in education and a commitment to caring for the whole person — mind, body and spirit — with innovative educational experiences. Located in Mobile, Ala., Spring Hill’s mission is to form leaders engaged in learning, faith, justice, and service for life. As a result, Spring Hill students are engaged, inspired and transformed by their experiences.