POWELL, EMMA

Director, Center for Nonprofit Leadership and Development at Central Michigan University

Dr. Powell joined the Department of Political Science & Public Administration in the Fall of 2015. Her primary scholarly focus is nonprofit leadership and management; specifically the organizational design and behavior of staff and volunteers. Dr. Powell earned her PhD in Public Administration from Western Michigan University and earned her Master of Management degree from Aquinas College. Prior to her faculty position she served in executive director and administrative roles at national nonprofit organizations including  Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the American Heart Association,  and the American Lung Association of  Michigan.

Emma is the advisor for the Nonprofit Leadership Student Alliance (NLSA) of Central Michigan University and the campus director for the Certified Nonprofit Professional credential (CNP). She is the internship coordinator for Political Science and Public Administration. Emma is also the campus co-liaison for The Washington Center (TWC) Internship Program. 

Dr. Powell awarded as a Rising Star for Community Impact in Mount Pleasant