Rosemary Clark Parsons
About Rosemary Clark Parsons
Rosemary Clark Parsons serves as the Associate Director of Academic Platforms at Saxbys and has extensive experience in academia and social impact initiatives. She has held various roles, including Program Manager at the Center for Social Impact Strategy and Instructor at multiple universities, while also researching the intersection of gender, media, and social change.
Current Role at Saxbys
Rosemary Clark Parsons serves as the Associate Director of Academic Platforms at Saxbys, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing academic initiatives and platforms that support the organization’s educational objectives. Her work contributes to the development and implementation of programs that enhance learning experiences within the company.
Previous Experience at Center for Social Impact Strategy
Prior to her current role, Parsons worked at the Center for Social Impact Strategy as a Program Manager from 2020 to 2022. During her tenure, she managed various programs aimed at fostering social impact education. She oversaw five executive education programs that awarded certificates to over 300 adult learners annually, demonstrating her commitment to adult education and professional development.
Academic Background and Teaching Experience
Parsons holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Communication and Media Studies from the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied from 2013 to 2018. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Communication and Media Studies, English, and Gender and Women's Studies from Ursinus College from 2009 to 2013. In addition to her academic qualifications, she has served as an instructor at several institutions, including Temple University and Saint Joseph's University in 2019, and the School of Social Policy & Practice at the University of Pennsylvania since 2020.
Research and Publications
Parsons conducts research focused on gender, media, and social change, particularly examining how digital media has influenced feminist movements in the United States. She is the author of a forthcoming book titled 'Networked Feminism,' set to be published by the University of California Press in May 2022. Her work contributes to the understanding of the intersection between media and social activism.
Program Development Initiatives
Throughout her career, Parsons has developed significant educational programs. Notably, she created an eight-month program in Faith and Social Impact in collaboration with Interfaith Philadelphia. Additionally, she led the design and launch of a five-month program in Digital Media for Social Impact in partnership with the Annenberg School for Communication, highlighting her expertise in program development within the social impact sector.