Kelly Dyar

Dr. Kelly Dyar is an Associate Professor and Director of Inquiry and Scholarship in the Department of Nursing at the Tanner Health School of Nursing, University of West Georgia. Her career spans 30 years in nephrology nursing and clinical education, with a focus on veterans' healthcare and nursing education innovation. She holds a Doctorate of Education (Ed.D.) from the University of West Georgia, alongside a BSN from the University of Phoenix and an MSN from Samford University.

Dr. Dyar's research emphasizes veterans in higher education, nursing education methodologies, and caring science. Notable projects include studies on veterans’ academic success, curriculum development for nurse educators, and integrating technology into nursing practices. She teaches advanced courses such as Curriculum Development, Nursing Education Synthesis, and Dissertation Guidance.

Her articles reflect a shift from clinical nephrology (e.g., plasma exchange cases in myasthenia gravis) to educational and veteran-focused themes, including qualitative inquiry rigor and capstone experiences. She actively contributes to nursing education policy through her administrative and academic roles.

Dr. Dyar’s teaching spans multiple semesters across graduate-level nursing courses, including Teaching Strategies, Advanced Practicum, and Methodology Development. She has coordinated dissertation sections for numerous students, supporting their academic milestones.