Emily Parrott

Emily Parrott, Ph.D., currently serves as the Senior Director of Research and Evaluation at Thrive Scholars since January 2022. Previously, Emily held roles such as Director of Research and Evaluation at The Aspen Institute's College Excellence Program and Managing Director of Research and Evaluation at Teaching Trust. With extensive experience in research and program evaluation, notable contributions include leading initiatives focused on community colleges, developing evaluation frameworks for educational programs, and conducting qualitative studies on policy use and student experiences. Emily's academic background includes a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies and a Bachelor's in Sociology from Harvard University.