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Shelly Bayer

Dr. Shelly Bayer

Title

Director of Multicultural Affairs and Accessibility

Office Building

University Student Union

Office

271

Mailing Address

University Student Union 271
Student Serv Support-Box 2815C
University Station
Brookings, SD 57007

Biography

“Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” This quote attributed to Maya Angelou has been a driving force throughout Dr. Bayer's life, and certainly applies to her commitment to create spaces that value diverse, inclusive perspectives and systems that generate equitable opportunities.

As a life-long learner deeply invested in a strengths-mindset, Shelly enjoys the opportunity to assist students directly in their comprehensive development during their higher education experience. Prior to her current role, she worked in educational development and teaching.

Dr. Bayer also is a member of the LeadState facilitation team and provides consulting as a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach.

Education

  • B.A. in english education | South Dakota State University
  • M.E. in curriculum and instruction - literacy | University of Nevada - Las Vegas
  • Ph.D. in education administration - adult and higher education | University of South Dakota

Academic Interests

  • Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach
  • Reading and learning specialist
  • Dyslexia advocate at the local, state and regional levels
  • Leadership development advocate

Committees and Professional Memberships

  • LeadState Program
  • International Dyslexia Association - Upper Midwest Branch, Executive board and past president
  • Brookings Area Transit Authority - Board of directors
  • Intercollegiate Athletics Board
  • Access, Opportunity and Belonging Committee

Awards and Honors

  • 2023, Presidential Award of Excellence

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