
Creates a safe space for learning and growth.
Dylan Shield serves as an Administrator in the Department of Marine Science within the Division of Sciences at the University of Otago. His office is located at 360 Leith Street, room Gn5, and he supports departmental operations including coordination for the Portobello Marine Laboratory and New Zealand Marine Studies Centre. Contact details include direct dial +64 3 556 5587 and mobile +64 21 575 085.
Dylan Shield has provided administrative support for professional development initiatives at the University of Otago. He contributed to sessions on microaggressions with support alongside Joy Rudland, Megan Anakin, Jon Cornwall, and others. He co-facilitated workshops on the role of the clinical educator beyond clinical skills together with Jon Cornwall, Tehmina Gladman, and Joy Rudland as part of the Otago Medical School Online Professional Development Series in April 2023. Additionally, he is associated with resources for foundations of cultural safety and the culturally competent teacher training.