Bryn Bakoyéma
Assistant Vice President for Planning & Strategic Analysis
301 Councill Hall 
(334) 604-8005
bbakoyema@alasu.edu

Bryn Bakoyéma began serving as the Director of Institutional Research at Alabama State University in 2017. She recently transitioned into the role of Assistant Vice President for Planning & Strategic Analysis where her primary focus will be in managing the strategic goals of the university as well as the Assessment initiatives in accordance with SACSCOC. She has over 15 years of experience in data management, research, and evaluation for higher education, non-profit, and governmental organizations. She has been instrumental in leading the development and implementation of systems and processes to support continuous improvement and achievement of outcomes. Bryn has a B.S. in Agronomy and a B.A. in Multidisciplinary Studies from North Carolina State University, and an M.A. in Cultural Anthropology from Indiana University. This eclectic educational background, along with diverse work experiences, provides Bryn a broad and holistic perspective to quickly assess organizational needs and contribute to strategic goals. Bryn has experience conducting educational and social service program evaluations, and her research interests focus on higher education administration, policy, and workforce connections.