From Thug to Scholar: An Odyssey to Unmask My True Potential
"From Thug to Scholaris the true account of James Williams's journey in life, the process of losing the mask he wore to fit in with the crowd and becoming a role model for young people of all races. Read it and be inspired." Linda Jacobs, Spur Finalist and WILLA Award winning author of Jackson Hole Journey. "Not only does Dr. James Williams present a compelling story about the struggles and triumphs of his life; but interwoven, amidst every page, are life-principles destined to positively impact every generation. This book should be in the hands of every person who has a dream...and is dogmatic enough to do what it takes, to make those dreams come true!"-Savaslas A. Lofton, author "At a Mirror's Glance" novelJames excelled in our doctoral program at ISU. He was the leader of our graduate students. We're thrilled to see his career flourish, and I am sure the students at James Madison appreciate him. His life story is one that opens your eyes to the resilience of the human spirit. He is a role model for young men and women who find themselves searching for a direction.Dr. Bob Bosselman,Chair-Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management at Iowa State University