Kimberly Duyst is a New York native. She was born and raised in Peru, New York until completing her two years a local community college. Destined to pursue a degree in recreation, Kim transferred to the University of Wyoming where she ran cross country and track; she was a first Title IX recipient. Kim completed her undergraduate studies with a Bachelor’s Degree in Parks and Recreational Administration with an emphasis in business. Post bachelors, Kim became a graduate assistant coach for the cross country and track and field programs. This position is where Kim found her passion in coaching.

Kim’s coaching career did not end at the University of Wyoming. She went on to be an assistant coach at Illinois State, followed by Syracuse and West Virginia before setting at Cal State Stanislaus. Kim became the head coach for men and women’s cross country and track teams while also teaching courses on campus. In 2008, Kim gave up coaching and became the university’s Associate Athletic Director. What started as a volunteer position then becoming full-time, she also serves as the athletic program’s Senior Women’s Advisor (SWA). She currently holds position on the NCAA Championships Committee and Management Council.

Reflecting on her past, Kim misses the big time football at the Division I levels that she experienced. Her fondest moment was her first time coaching men when serving as assistant coach at Syracuse. Despite their status as All Americans, they were humbled by her presence and gave full attention and respect to her. In 1994 the Stan State men’s track team ended the conference with a tie against UC Davis and took 4th nationally, and won individuals in the decathlon, high jump and triple jump.

During her time at Stan State, Kim is most proud of her administrative accomplishments in the Anti-Bullying Campaign and. creating a Title IX video. Her biggest accomplishment is the establishment of the involvement in student athlete development. She enjoys mentoring student-athletes and helping them succeed in life.

In the future, Kim plans to expand on student-athletes prospectus on career and life after college. She wants to provide more avenues for leadership development and drive student-athlete success.