Emily Chan

Emily Chen began her role as executive vice president and provost at Middlebury College on September 1, 2026. In this role, Emily has chief administrative responsibility in leading Middlebury’s academic programs and mission. A lead member of the President’s cabinet, she plays a critical role in advancing Middlebury’s strategic direction as well as in resource allocation and staffing. Emily oversees a portfolio that spans the full range of the academic experience across Middlebury, including academic affairs at the College, Institutional Technology Services, the final operations of the Middlebury Institute, the Bread Loaf School of English, the Middlebury Schools Abroad, and the Language Schools.

A social psychologist by training, Emily has focused her research on examining culture and cognition, judgment and decision-making, individual and corporate reputation and branding, and the application of research to educational practices and programs. She has combined her scholarly work with a strong commitment to undergraduate education, teaching courses in social psychology, research design, and intergroup relations, while applying her research to support student success, faculty development, diversity, and academic excellence. Prior to joining Middlebury, she held the position of Dean of Faculty at Colorado College.