Shelby McKay Edd

Shelby McKay, EdD, currently serves as the Associate Commissioner for Student-Athlete & Institutional Programs/DEI at the Atlantic Coast Conference, a position held since October 2022. Prior to this role, McKay gained extensive experience at Washington State University Athletics from January 2020 to September 2022, holding various leadership positions focused on staff and student-athlete development. At The George Washington University, McKay worked in multiple roles related to student-athlete development from August 2013 to January 2020, while also serving as an adjunct professor at the Milken Institute School of Public Health. McKay's earlier experiences include various internships and positions within collegiate athletics and academic support. Educational qualifications include a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Administration and a Master’s of Arts in Higher Education Administration/Student Affairs from The George Washington University, along with a Bachelor's Degree in Sport and Event Management from Elon University.