NAGAP Committees

2026-28 NAGAP Committees

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Awards Committee

The Awards Committee is responsible for overseeing NAGAP's awards and recognition program. The committee promotes award opportunities, encourages nominations, and evaluates submissions to recognize individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the profession and the Association.

Committee members review nominations using established criteria, recommend award recipients through a fair and confidential selection process, and work with staff to support recipient recognition at NAGAP events. The committee also periodically reviews award categories and selection criteria to ensure the program continues to reflect the Association's mission, values, and strategic priorities.

Brett DiMarzo (Chair) – Director, Graduate Enrollment Digital Strategy, Boston College
Francesca Reed, Dean of Graduate Admissions, Catholic University of America
Kaite-Ann Mason, Associate Director of Enrollment, Stonehill College
Jennifer Sayre, Assistant Director, Graduate Enrollment, Bowling Green State University
Melanie Steele, Executive Director of Graduate Admission, Ursuline College

Chapters Committee

The Chapters Committee includes selected presidents or leaders from recognized chapters of NAGAP. The committee is convened by the committee chair and meets monthly in addition to providing monthly Chapter President’s meetings. The Chapters Committee works to provide chapter mentorship, support chapter initiatives while keeping chapters up to date on NAGAP initiatives and activities, and hopefully encourage future NAGAP leadership participation and engagement from Chapter Leaders and Members.

Sabrina L. Brown (Chair), Director of Graduate Recruitment, The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Shanda Brand, Director of Graduate Program in Education, Georgia College and State University
Philip Guerrero, Senior Graduate Program Administrator, Jackson School of Geosciences at The University of Texas at Austin
Bettsy McKlaine, Executive Director of Enrollment Management, Degree Completion and Graduate Programs, Neumann University
Kelsey Samsel, Graduate Program Administrator, UT Austin
Bethany Satrom, Graduate Admissions Coordinator, Indiana University

View the list of chapters

Conference Committee

The Conference Committee acts to bring members and all interested individuals together for an annual conference, during which new ideas and innovations in the practice and process of graduate enrollment management are exchanged. Emphasis is also placed on the role of professional development in the careers of graduate enrollment management personnel. Committee members are responsible for the planning and execution of the annual event.

Shaniece J. Miller, M.Ed. (Chair), Director of Graduate Admissions, North Carolina A&T State University
Megan Murray (Past Chair), Graduate Recruitment Coordinator, Georgia Southern University (Special Projects)
Delvin Owens, M.S., Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions, Morgan State University (Marketing)
LaToya Walters, M.Ed., Director of Graduate & Professional Recruitment, University of Pittsburgh (Education)

Visit the annual conference page

Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The Diversity and Inclusion Committee works toward ensuring diversity and inclusion is embraced throughout the organization. This includes, but is not limited to, membership, leadership, education, publications, and research.

Annie Nevells, (Chair) Associate Director for Graduate Admissions and Student Experience, Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics
Julie Collins, Assistant Dean, Graduate Admissions and Financial Aid, Northwestern University
Melissa Delaney-Khan, Student Services and Operations Director, University of California-San Francisco
Kim McCabe, Assistant Director of Admissions and Academic Affairs, Graduate School of Education, Stanford University
Naronda Wright, Associate Dean, Jack N. Averitt College of Graduate Studies Admissions Operations, Georgia Southern University

Education Committee

The Education Committee is responsible for planning the broad education curriculum of NAGAP and for coordinating and supporting the educational activities of the Conference Committee, the Professional Development Committee and other areas of the Association.

Valerie Carmichael (Chair), Director of Graduate Admission, Miami University
Sahar Dominquez, Assistant Dean, University of San Diego
Teisha Johnson, Senior Director of Admission, Illinois College of Optometry
Mary Pascarella, Associate Director of Graduate Admissions, Sam Houston State University
Elizabeth Spark, Assistant Dean for Admissions and Enrollment, University of Illinois
Trista Wdziekonski, Executive Director, Graduate Enrollment Management, University of Michigan-Dearborn

Learn more about educational events

External Relations & Partnerships Committee

To deliver on our mission and enhance available resources (e.g., financial, brand development, research, products or services), the ERPC engages with organizations and companies to collaborate on altruistic activities associated with improving the intellectual, professional and personal development of NAGAP members.

Brett DiMarzo (Chair), Director of Graduate Enrollment Digital Strategy, Boston College
James Crane, Assistant Dean, Graduate School, Brigham Young University
Julie Deland, Director of Administration, Department of Health Policy and Management, Harvard University
Jeremiah Nelson, Assistant Professor of Management and MBA Director, Catawba College
Keith Ramsdell, President, NACCAP
Francesca Reed, Dean of Graduate Admissions, Catholic University of America
Kristen Sterba, Associate Provost for Students and Administration, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Leadership Cultivation and Elections Committee

The NAGAP Leadership Cultivation and Elections Committee oversees the nomination, cultivation, and elections process for the association's Governing Board and volunteer leadership.

Kristen Sterba (Chair) – University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Brett DiMarzo – Director, Graduate Enrollment Digital Strategy, Boston College
Jaclyn Farina, Brandeis University
Marcus Hanscom, Senior Director of Client Success, Direct Development
Teisha Johnson, Senior Director of Admissions, Illinois College of Optometry
Jeremiah Nelson, Assistant Professor of Management & MBA Director, Catawba College
Keith Ramsdell, President, NACCAP
Francesca Reed, Dean of Graduate Admissions, Catholic University of America

Marketing & Communications Committee

The Marketing and Communications Committee is responsible for developing and coordinating both internal and external communications for the Association. The Committee manages NAGAP’s digital marketing, website, and social media strategies to help promote membership value, upcoming events, and other NAGAP initiatives. Additionally, the Marketing Committee manages the NAGAP Experts Bureau and Media Relations contacts.

Kimberly Hanna (Chair), Creative and Communications Manager, West Texas A&M University
Chad Baker (Co-Chair), Director of Graduate Recruitment and Admissions, 
Millersville University
Maggie Onsager (Co-Chair), Recruitment & Engagement Specialist, Division of Arts & Humanities, University of Chicago
Bill Heffelfinger, Director of Graduate Admissions, Old Dominion University (Membership)
Les Mackey, Assistant Director of Enrollment Strategy, ProspectCloud (Research)
Michael Merriam, Assistant Dean of Enrollment Graduate & Continuing Education, Framingham State University (Prof. Dev.)
Delvin Owens, Assistant Director, Graduate Admissions, Morgan State University (Special Projects) ((Conference))
Tania Rachkoskie, Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management, Goucher College (Publications)
Erin Rice, Associate Director, Graduate Recruitment, University of Florida (Chapters)
Elizabeth Spark, Assistant Dean for Admissions and Enrollment, University of Illinois (Education)
Kristen Sterba, Associate Provost for Students and Administration, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (LCE)

Membership Committee

The Membership Committee supports the growth and sustainability of the organization by developing strategies that recruit new members, retain existing members, and enhance overall member engagement and satisfaction. The committee is responsible for disseminating information on all aspects of membership in NAGAP and for promoting the benefits of membership with individuals working in the field of graduate enrollment management.

Jennifer Jones (Chair), Assistant Director, Virginia Tech
Blaise Brankatelli, Director of Graduate and Professional Admissions, Malone University
Patricia Flaherty, Director of Graduate Admissions, Stonehill College
Stephanie Franks, Director of Graduate Admissions, Keiser University
Julian Gilner, Manager, Graduate Admissions, University of Mississippi
Caitlin Gover, Assistant Director for Admissions & Recruitment, Engineering, University of Maryland
Bill Hefflefinger, Director of Graduate Admissions, Old Dominion University
Gwendolyn Kozak, Assistant Director of Graduate and Professional Enrollment, Valparaiso University
Angelo Lambroschino, Graduate Recruitment Manager, Lehigh University - P.C. Rossin College of Engineering & Applied Science
Kyle MacDonald, Assistant Dean for Enrollment Services, Boston University School of Social Work
Annie Nevels, Associate Director, Graduate Admissions and Student Experience, University of New Hampshire
Oren Pinhaus, Prospect Cloud
Patricia Pothour, Director of Enrollment Management, University of Iowa
Ryan Taughrin, Assistant Dean for Enrollment Management, University of Buffalo
Ink Urho-Young, Graduate Marketing Manager, University of Pittsburgh
Xue Yan, Director of Recruitment, Drexel University College of Computing & Informatics

Professional Development Committee

The Professional Development Committee is responsible for three NAGAP professional development institutes (PDIs) per year:

1. The Summer Institute for Early Career and Advanced GEM Professionals offers two tracks—one focusing on core competencies and the other on advanced strategies.
2. The Pre-Summit Institute is a one-day event that highlights a specific topic or issue that is particularly relevant or urgent to all graduate enrollment managers.
3. The virtual Fall Institute showcases the latest trends and best practices in the GEM field from established GEM vendors and partners.

Brian DesRosiers-Tam (Chair), Assistant Dean for School of Graduate Studies, University at Toronto
Patricia Flaherty, Director of Graduate Admission, Stonehill College
Bettsy McKlaine, Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management Graduate, Adult and Online Programs, Neumann University
Michael Merriam, Assistant Dean of Enrollment Graduate & Continuing Education, Framingham State University

Learn more about professional development institutes

Publications Committee

The Publications Committee is responsible for publishing NAGAP’s Perspectives journal to provide NAGAP members with timely and professional information and an opportunity to share views regarding graduate enrollment management and related topics. Within the Publications Committee, the Editorial Subcommittee is responsible for NAGAP's professional publications, including Perspectives and The GEM Research Advocate journals.

Tania Rachkoskie (Chair), Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management, Goucher College
Sarah Brock, Director of Recruitment, University of Chicago
Sean Buchanan, Senior Associate Dean of Graduate Admission, The Catholic University of America
Dave Fletcher, Director of Admissions, Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine
Kate McConnell, Higher Education Strategist, Electric Kite
Katie Olivo, Director of College Outreach, Shenandoah University
Kittie Pain, Director of Graduate Admissions, Kutztown University
Melissa Sersland, Director of Admissions and Recruitment, Northwestern University
Troy Sterk, Senior Graduate Admissions Counselor, Seattle University

Research Committee

The Research Committee designs and implements research projects in a continuing effort to provide relevant comparative data on both professionally related activities and national issues that affect graduate school policies, processes, and requirements. The committee facilitates member-driven and industry-driven projects, and study results are published and shared with NAGAP members and the broader graduate education community. The committee also supports the understanding of research by promoting member research through the funding of grants, sharing of members’ research, and fostering discussions around various research related to graduate enrollment management.

Dr. Joseph Paris (Chair), Dean of Graduate & Professional Studies, Delaware Valley University
Paula Baker, International Admissions Officer, University of Minnesota
Dr. Nick Dix, Associate Director of Graduate Enrollment Management, Colorado School of Mines
Tanith Fowler-Corsi, Director of Graduate Admission, Hood College
Dr. Stephanie Gibbs-Emenaka, Executive Director of Graduate Admissions, Georgian Court University
Dr. Scott Gordon, Manager of Graduate Recruitment and Retention, Western Kentucky University
Dr. Marlaina Kloepfer, Graduate Services Coordinator, University of Delaware
Les Mackey, Assistant Director of Enrollment Strategy, ProspectCloud
Dr. Jacqueline McDermott, Associate Director of Graduate Student Excellence, Purdue University College of Engineering
Dr. Angela Montgomery, Assistant Vice President of Graduate Admissions, Drexel University
Dr. Amanda Ostreko, Assistant Vice Provost and Director of Graduate Enrollment Management, University of Kansas
Dr. Jay Stefanelli, Director of the One Stop Student Services Center, Rutgers University–New Brunswick
Dr. Melissa Yeung, Director of Student Engagement and Enrollment Services, Bowling Green State University

Learn more about NAGAP research

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