We are thrilled to recognize three members of our community with awards for excellence in enrollment management.
As nominated by their peers, these outstanding professionals have made tremendous contributions to their schools and to the field of enrollment management, and we're honored to shine a spotlight on them.
Please join us Friday from 12:15–1 p.m. ET to celebrate their remarkable achievements. Log into the AC Event Center to access the ceremony to hear from each of the recipients.
Thank you to everyone who submitted nominations this year. It’s important to recognize the hard work and achievements of our colleagues.
Please join us in congratulating the 2020 winners!
William B. Bretnall Award
The Bretnall Award, named for distinguished educator and first association program director William Bretnall, is given each year to a leader and educator who has made significant contributions to the field of admission.
Kate Briscoe
Director of Admission
Seattle Country Day School (WA)
Everett E. Gourley Award
The Gourley Award, named for former Director of Admission and Assistant Headmaster of the Asheville School Everett Gourley, is given each year to the educator whose interest in students and concern for colleagues is an inspiration to those who serve in admission.
Michael Kinnealey
Director of Admission
The Governor's Academy (MA)
The Rising Star Award
The Rising Star Award, developed by the Admission Leadership Council and a subcommittee of EMA’s Board of Trustees, honors educators with 10 or fewer years of experience who have distinguished themselves and/or their schools in the field of enrollment management.
Felicia Neil
Admission Officer
Lakefield College School (ON)