Lynn University announced the appointment of Shaun Exsteen '93, '98 as dean of academic support and accessibility. Prior to his promotion, Exsteen served as executive director for the Institute for Achievement and Learning (IAL).
In his new role, Exsteen will continue to oversee the IAL, as well as manage Student Accessibility Services (SAS), which provides academic accommodations, housing support and additional resources to Lynn’s student body. By guiding both departments, Exsteen will help build a holistic approach to accessibility and continue to refine the environment where Lynn students thrive.
As dean, Exsteen will focus on setting administrative and academic priorities, developing new programs and working with staff and faculty to address accessibility within their respective roles.
"Shaun has dedicated his career to help every student develop and grow during their time at Lynn," said Katrina Carter-Tellison, vice president for academic affairs at Lynn. "He is motivated by his desire to create an accessible academic experience. We know he will immeasurably enhance the university's ability to serve its students as the new dean of academic support and accessibility."
Since 1993, Exsteen has worked in the field of learning disabilities and advocated for students in need of academic assistance. In addition to his direct duties, Exsteen gives back to the university by instructing various courses and leading study abroad programs.
The Lynn alumnus received his Bachelor of Science in business administration and his Master of Education with a concentration in varying exceptionalities from the university. As a student-athlete at Lynn, Exsteen excelled as captain of the soccer team in 1990 and 1992 and also formed part of the 1991 NAIA national soccer championship team.
