Michelle Bauman Fielstra
About Michelle Bauman Fielstra
Michelle Bauman Fielstra serves as the Assistant Director of Communications at the MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies at Yale University. She has a diverse background in education and communications, having previously held various roles at Yale Law School and Achievement First.
Current Role at Yale University
Michelle Bauman Fielstra serves as the Assistant Director of Communications at the MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies at Yale University. In this role, she is responsible for managing communication strategies and initiatives that promote the center's mission and activities. She has been in this position since 2022, contributing to the center's outreach and engagement efforts.
Previous Experience at Yale Law School
Prior to her current role, Fielstra held multiple positions at Yale Law School. She worked as a Communications Officer from 2020 to 2022, focusing on enhancing communication efforts within the institution. Before that, she served as the Associate Director of Alumni Engagement from 2019 to 2020, where she played a key role in fostering relationships with alumni. Additionally, she was the Operations and Events Manager for Alumni Engagement from 2015 to 2018, overseeing various events and operational tasks.
Teaching Experience at Achievement First
Fielstra began her career in education as a teacher at Achievement First, where she worked for one year from 2008 to 2009. This experience provided her with a foundation in educational practices and student engagement.
Educational Background
Michelle Bauman Fielstra earned her Master of Arts in Religion from Yale University, studying Religion and Literature from 2011 to 2013. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies (Sociology) from Barnard College, where she studied from 2002 to 2006. Her academic background supports her work in communication and engagement within educational and international contexts.