Emily Tronetti, EdD, is a humane educator dedicated to nurturing more equitable and compassionate relationships between humans and other beings. In 2024, she graduated from IHE and Antioch University with her Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational and Professional Practice with a specialization in Humane Education. She also holds a Master of Science in Anthrozoology from Canisius University and a Certificate in Applied Animal Behavior from the University of Washington.
Emily is an adjunct professor at Canisius University, where she developed and teaches courses on animal nonprofits in the anthrozoology graduate program. She’s also an instructor of animal behavior and welfare at Husson University. Emily combines her academic background with extensive practical experience in various animal care and nonprofit settings, such as co-founding the Humane Alliance of Rescue Trainers, collaborating with The Open Sanctuary Project, and helping to facilitate New Roots Institute‘s summer Leadership Academy.
At the heart of Emily’s transdisciplinary work is a deep commitment to cultivating connection and community. In her role as Community Connection Specialist, she aims to support and empower IHE’s graduate students, alumni, and the larger humane education community.
