Amelia Parnell

Amelia Parnell is a prominent figure in higher education administration who has recently been appointed as the President and CEO of NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education, effective July 1, 2024.12 Prior to this appointment, she served as the Vice President for Research and Policy at NASPA since 2015.12

Career Highlights

NASPA Leadership:

• Appointed President and CEO of NASPA, succeeding Kevin Kruger who held the position since 20121
• Previously served as Vice President for Research and Policy from 2015 to 20242
• Directed the association's research, policy, and publications portfolio1
• Secured over $22 million in grant funding during her tenure1

Other Professional Roles:

• Adjunct Instructor at New England College, teaching doctoral courses in education2
• Board Member of EDUCAUSE from 2019 to 2023, serving as Chair of the Finance & Investment Committee and Audit Committee2
• Past chair of the Higher Education Equity Network (HEEN)2
• Director of Research Initiatives at the Association for Institutional Research (2014-2015)2

Achievements and Contributions

• Authored the book "You Are a Data Person: Strategies for Using Analytics on Campus"1
• Frequently quoted in national publications such as The Wall Street Journal and Chronicle of Higher Education2
• Created the podcast "Speaking of College" to provide reliable answers to college-related questions2
• Represented NASPA through service to over 20 organizations, including the U.S. Department of Education1

Education

• Ph.D. in Higher Education from Florida State University
• MBA and B.S. in Business Administration from Florida A&M University1

Amelia Parnell is recognized for her expertise in higher education trends, student affairs, and data analytics. Her leadership and advocacy work have positioned her as a influential voice in shaping the future of student affairs and higher education administration.