Colin Adams is currently an assistant professor of psychology at Saint Augustine's University. Adams was born and raised in Toledo, Ohio. Upon graduating from high school, he attended Hampton University and received a BA in Sociology. Adams completed his graduate studies at the University of Toledo in Ohio, where he obtained an MA in School Psychology and Criminal Justice.

His work experience includes: secondary education, juvenile justice, gang prevention, and family therapy.

He has been married for 5 years and is an ordained minister. Adams is an avid fan of basketball, university football and boxing.