Charmaine Troy

First-Generation Program and Operations Manager at Georgia Institute of Technology - First-Generation Student Advocate - Educator - Public Speaker - Author

Dr. Charmaine Troy is a dedicated professional serving as the First-Generation Program & Operations Manager at Georgia Tech, focusing on access, equity, and success for first-generation students.

With a wealth of experience in higher education administration, Dr. Troy has held roles such as Assistant Dean for First-Generation Student Success at Virginia Tech and has led various student support programs at universities like Georgia Gwinnett College and Morgan State University.

Her commitment to civic engagement and education is evident through her participation in international exchange programs and board memberships in organizations like the Montgomery County, VA Economic Development Authority.

Dr. Troy is a published author and editor, contributing to works that focus on graduate education and mentoring experiences at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). She is a recipient of prestigious scholarships and fellowships in education.

Educationally, Dr. Troy holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education from Morgan State University, an MPA from North Carolina Central University, and a BA in Journalism from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.