Edward Conroy

Edward Conroy is a seasoned professional specializing in higher education policy, currently serving as the Senior Policy Manager for the Higher Education Policy Program at New America since November 2021. Conroy's expertise encompasses financial aid, higher education funding, and issues impacting parenting students, among other areas. Concurrently, Conroy contributes as a Forbes Education Contributor and is an Adjunct Professor at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, teaching a course on the College Affordability Crisis. Previous roles include significant leadership positions at the Hope Center for College, Community, and Justice, where Conroy managed multiple research projects, facilitated cross-team collaboration, and provided subject matter expertise on financial aid policies. Conroy also has extensive experience in outreach and communications at the University of California, Los Angeles. Educational qualifications include a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Administration and a Master of Arts in Political Science from the University of Glasgow.