Dianna Watkins-Dickerson

Dianna Watkins-Dickerson is an accomplished academic and minister with extensive experience in education and pastoral care. Currently serving as an Adjunct Professor at both Memphis Theological Seminary and The University of Memphis, Dianna has also been a Chaplain for the United States Air Force since January 2009, providing essential support to Airman and families. Dianna holds a Ph.D. in Speech Communication and Rhetoric from The University of Memphis, where previous roles included Graduate Teaching Instructor and contributions to faculty projects. As Associate Minister at St. James AME Church and with experience in educational settings such as Cordova Christian Academy, Dianna combines a robust academic background with practical ministry experience, holding a Master of Divinity from Vanderbilt University and a Bachelor of Arts from Spelman College.