Dawn Wallin

Dr. Dawn Wallin is a Professor of Educational Administration at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Education, holding the role of Associate Vice-President Research (Engagement). Her research focuses on educational leadership, rural education governance, gender equity in education, and Indigenous education. She has held leadership roles in organizations like the Canadian Association for Educational Administration and has consulted with educational ministries and institutions.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts (English), University of Saskatchewan
• Bachelor of Education (English and Mathematics), University of Saskatchewan
• Master of Education (Educational Administration), University of Saskatchewan
• Doctor of Philosophy (Educational Administration), University of Saskatchewan

Research Interests: Dr. Wallin's work emphasizes rural education contexts, gender equity, and Indigenous leadership. She designs programs to support First Nations, Métis, and Inuit (FNMI) students through land-based education initiatives and collaborates with Indigenous communities. Her research often addresses systemic inequities and the role of leadership in fostering inclusive educational environments.

Grants & Projects:

• SSHRC Insight Grant (2019-2023) for 'Wāhkōhtowin: Decolonizing teacher education'
• SSHRC Standard Research Grants on rural school leadership and gender equity
• Land-based Indigenous leadership courses developed with Opaskweyak Cree Nation and University College of the North

Awards: Recipient of the Migizii Agamik Award (2013) for contributions to Indigenous student success. Her teaching innovations include experiential learning programs like 'Tino Rangatiratanga – Sovereignty: An inquiry into Indigenous Leadership.'

Labs & Teams: Collaborates with the Wáhkōhtowin Professional Development School Advisory Group and leads initiatives in partnership with Indigenous communities and educational organizations.