Michelle Williams is starting a new chapter by studying psychology as a sophomore at 47. The Destiny’s Child alum has enrolled at Regent University. She previously studied criminal justice at Illinois State University for two years before stepping away to focus on her music career.
The Destiny’s Child singer reveals she is studying psychology at 47
Williams shared the news on Instagram on September 22, posting a photo of herself wearing a shirt featuring the Virginia-based Christian university’s name and a pair of glasses. She wrote, “Chiiiiiiiiile, your girl is back in school!! I talked myself out of posting this! I didn’t even tell family and friends because of the intrusive thought, ‘What if you don’t finish?'” “I’m going to finish, and I’m going to finish strong,” she continued. “Sophomore at @regentuniversity studying psychology because y’all need help! LOLOL (just kidding….kinda) My advisors and professors have been awesome!! Pray for my endurance and focus!”
Her longtime friend and former Destiny’s Child groupmate Kelly Rowland was among those who celebrated the milestone in the comments. Rowland wrote, “My Love!!! You GOT THIS!!! It goes without saying, my heart is so full!! This is YOUR TIME!” Comedian and content creator Antonio Neville also commented. He wrote, “Dr. Williams in the house, ready to… Cater 2 U! JOKING JOKING! I love this!!”
Williams’ return to college comes nearly 30 years after she first pursued a degree. She graduated from Rockford Auburn High School in 1997 and later enrolled at Illinois State University. However, she eventually left college to pursue a music career. The Broadway veteran began her career as a backing vocalist before joining Destiny’s Child alongside Beyoncé Knowles and Kelly Rowland in 2000. At the time, the iconic R&B-pop group had already been formed in the 1990s with Beyoncé, Rowland, LeToya Luckett, and LaTavia Roberson. Destiny’s Child officially disbanded in 2005.
