Trisha Craig

Trisha Craig is an accomplished academic administrator and scholar with extensive experience in international education and engagement. She was appointed as the Executive Director of Princeton Institute for International and Regional Studies (PIIRS) in April 2024, where she currently serves.12 Prior to this role, Craig held the position of Vice President for Engagement and Senior Lecturer in Global Affairs at Yale-NUS College, a liberal arts institution jointly founded by Yale University and the National University of Singapore.14

Craig's career highlights include:

1. Executive Director at Princeton Institute for International and Regional Studies (April 2024 - Present)2
2. Vice President for Engagement at Yale-NUS College (April 2019 - 2024)45
3. Dean of International and Professional Experience at Yale-NUS College3
4. Executive Director of the Center for European Studies at Harvard University1

She holds a BA in Economics from Swarthmore College and a PhD in Political Sociology from Yale University.2 Craig has extensive experience in fostering interdisciplinary research, enhancing global education, and building international partnerships. Her work has involved developing comprehensive study abroad and experiential learning programs, securing partnerships with global institutions, and expanding academic and cultural offerings.1

Craig's expertise extends to policy and development work, with experience in education policy, geopolitics, democratic institution building, rural development, and gender issues. She has conducted fieldwork and advised in various countries, including El Salvador, Spain, South Africa, India, Thailand, Japan, and China.1