Alexandra Tilsley
About Alexandra Tilsley
Alexandra Tilsley serves as the Associate Director of Policy Impact at the Urban Institute, where she has held various roles since 2015. She has a background in education policy and communications, with previous experience at Inside Higher Ed and the Associated Press.
Current Role at Urban Institute
Alexandra Tilsley serves as the Associate Director of Policy Impact at the Urban Institute. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to policy development and analysis in Washington, District of Columbia. Her role focuses on enhancing the impact of education policy initiatives.
Previous Experience at Urban Institute
Prior to her current role, Tilsley held several positions at the Urban Institute. She worked as a Policy Program Manager in Education Policy from 2021 to 2023, and as a Senior Communications Manager in Education Policy for 11 months in 2020. Additionally, she served as Communications Manager and Research Writer in the Education Policy department from 2017 to 2019 and 2015 to 2017, respectively.
Experience in Journalism
Tilsley has experience in journalism, having worked as a Reporter for Inside Higher Ed for six months in 2012-2013. She also contributed to the Associated Press as a Reporter for four months in 2013. Her reporting experience has provided her with insights into education and policy issues.
Educational Background
Alexandra Tilsley studied at the University of Southern California, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Comparative Literature. She also attended Phillips Exeter Academy, which is known for its rigorous academic curriculum.
Early Career Experience
Before her roles in policy and journalism, Tilsley worked as a Program Assistant at the NYC Leadership Academy from 2013 to 2015. She also served as a Counselor at Sanborn Western Camps/Colorado Outdoor Education Center for one year in 2012-2013. These early career experiences contributed to her development in leadership and education.