Tracy Corley

Tracy Corley is a Professor in the School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs at Northeastern University's College of Social Sciences and Humanities (CSSH), and serves as the Director of CSSH Programs at the Arlington campus in Virginia. She teaches courses such as Urban Theory and Science and Techniques of Policy Analysis, integrating experiential learning through community-based projects and service-learning collaborations.

• Ph.D., Law and Public Policy, Northeastern University
• M.A., Public Policy, Northeastern University
• B.A., Architecture, Clemson University

Her research focuses on combating misinformation in policy processes, participatory sciences, and advancing equity through community-engaged research and planning. She emphasizes anti-racist and anti-oppressive frameworks in public policy, sustainability, and urban development.

Corley's scholarly work aligns with her extensive practical experience in community-engaged policy research, including roles at MassINC, Conservation Law Foundation, and as a guest researcher in Germany. Her publications address transformative policy frameworks and equitable urban mobility strategies.

Key scientific honors include:

• Appointed to the U.S. EPA Board of Scientific Counselors (2021)
• Grist Fix Climate Solution Labs Fixer
• 2021 Gateway City Champion Award
• DAAD Research Grant (2016–2017)

While her current role as Director of Programs emphasizes administrative leadership, she continues to shape graduate education through curriculum design and interdisciplinary collaboration. Her career bridges policy analysis, sustainable development, and community empowerment, reflecting her commitment to experiential liberal arts in addressing complex societal challenges.