Elizabeth A. Corley

Elizabeth A. Corley is a Professor at the School of Public Affairs (SPA) at Arizona State University. She is affiliated with multiple ASU institutions, including the Water Institute, Watts College of Public Service & Community Solutions, Center on Technology, Data and Society, Center for Science, Technology & Environmental Policy Studies (C-STEPS), and the Center for Organization Research and Design (CORD).

• Education: Ph.D. in Public Policy, MS in Environmental Engineering, MSCE in Environmental Fluid Mechanics and Water Resources, BSCE in Civil Engineering – all from Georgia Institute of Technology

Her research focuses on environmental policy and management, with an emphasis on green infrastructure and nature-based solutions for local governments. She integrates interdisciplinary approaches from public policy, engineering, and environmental science.

Scientific Awards & Affiliations:

• Senior Global Futures Scientist (Global Futures Scientists and Scholars)
• Fellow (Center for Organization Research and Design, CORD)

Professor Corley teaches courses such as PAF 503 Public Affairs, PAF 546 Environmental Policy and Mgmt, and PAF 505 Public Policy Analysis, reflecting her expertise in environmental governance and policy analysis.