Melissa Nemon

Melissa Nemon, Ph.D., is an Adjunct Professor in the School of Education & Social Policy at Merrimack College. She is the founder of a woman-owned community-based research firm established in 2005, focusing on social issues through participatory research. Dr. Nemon has taught undergraduate and graduate courses since 2008, joining Merrimack's Nonprofit Management program in 2015.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Community Economic Development, Southern New Hampshire University
• M.A. in Community Economic Development (Public Policy specialization), SNHU
• M.A. in Community Social Psychology, University of Massachusetts Lowell
• B.A. in Psychology, University of New Hampshire

Research Interests: Dr. Nemon specializes in community-centered solutions to social injustices. Her expertise includes Community-Based Participatory Research, Social Program Evaluation, and strategies for enhancing civic engagement and equity. Her work bridges academia with grassroots organizations, NGOs, and government agencies to address systemic challenges.

Publication Trends: Her recent articles (2015–2024) emphasize applied community research, covering topics like pandemic response, sustainable development in higher education, and nonprofit management. Methodological themes include stakeholder needs assessments, data visualization for education, and arts program management in public spaces.