Scott Parke

Scott Parke currently serves as the Vice President for Planning, Institutional Effectiveness & Research at the State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota, a position held since May 2017. In this role, Scott is a key member of the college leadership team, overseeing strategic planning, assessment, and the provision of high-quality information technology services to support informed decision-making. Previously, Scott held the position of Vice President for Policy & Planning at Collin College, where responsibilities included leading institutional research, strategic planning, and enhancing student outcomes. Prior experience includes serving as Vice Chancellor for Research & Analytics at The Florida College System, Project Manager at the Illinois Community College Board focusing on the Illinois Longitudinal Data System, and Senior Director for Research & Policy Studies. Scott Parke earned a PhD in Higher Education Administration from Illinois State University and a Bachelor of Science in Education, as well as a Master of Science in Education specializing in Educational Administration from Eastern Illinois University.