It is with deep regret and sadness that VCCCDRA announces the passing of William “Bill” Shilley, founding faculty of the Addictive Disorder Studies Program at Oxnard College and a beloved professor of thousands of students. Bill retired in 2007 but continued to teach part-time at OC. At his passing, Bill was teaching one Spring 2019 semester class of ADS R101, Overview of Addiction. Bill was known and highly regarded throughout the State of California in the field of Addiction Studies and Prevention. He advised many colleges in the State on the establishment of their own addiction studies programs. Bill was on the board of California Association for Drug/Alcohol Educators (CAADE) for over thirty years, and continued to his passing. Bill was instrumental in establishing accreditation standards for Alcohol/Drug Studies Programs in California.
Cards may be sent to Bill’s daughter, Kristin Shilley, at:
8058 Denver St.
Ventura, CA 93004
Funeral arrangements are pending.
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