Dorothy Jean Tillman II, the granddaughter of former Chicago Alderwoman Dorothy Tillman, is a 17-year-old prodigy who made headlines for graduating from Arizona State University (ASU) in May 2024 with a Doctorate in Integrated Behavioral Health. Her remarkable academic journey began at the age of eight when she enrolled in high school courses alongside her elementary studies.
Tillman is also the founder and CEO of the Dorothyjeanius STEAM Leadership Institute, an organization dedicated to assisting young people in the arts and STEM fields. Despite her extraordinary academic achievements at such a young age, Tillman remains grounded and relatable. She acknowledges that she is still exploring her aspirations and goals, just like any other teenager. However, her passion for education and helping others is undeniable, and she aspires to inspire other young people to pursue their dreams with unwavering determination.
Here's a timeline of her impressive achievements:
- Age 10: Earned an Associate's Degree in Psychology from the College of Lake County.
- Age 12: Received a Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts from Excelsior College.
- Age 14: Earned a Master’s of Science from Unity College in Maine
- Age 15: Accepted into Arizona State University's Doctorate of Behavioral Health Management program.
- Age 17: Successfully defended her dissertation and became the youngest person to earn a doctoral degree at Arizona State University (ASU) .
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