Drew Carr, director of admissions and enrollment operations, has been recognized with Nebraska Wesleyan University’s C.O.R.E. Award, which celebrates staff whose efforts and contributions significantly exceed expectations in demonstrating NWU’s core values.
Carr played a pivotal role in bringing Nebraska Wesleyan on board as a university partner, lead sponsor, and co-host of the annual Greater Omaha-Council Bluffs Area Council on Youth Leadership’s Youth Salute event. The event honors outstanding high school senior leaders and provides scholarship opportunities.
Over the past several years, Carr has devoted countless hours to the success of Youth Salute, including managing registrations, communicating with students and parents, collaborating with partner universities, helping finalize the annual event presentation, and maintaining ongoing engagement with Youth Salute executive board.
Carr continues to champion the pathway for Youth Salute students as they explore their postsecondary options and consider Nebraska Wesleyan University following high school. He and his team consistently provide a student-centered experience, taking the time to build relationships and support students throughout the inquiry and enrollment process.
That high level of service has made a meaningful difference. NWU continues to be one of the top colleges of choice among Youth Salute student leaders. Carr’s leadership, commitment, and genuine investment in the Youth Salute students are a significant reason this partnership continues to thrive.
Carr was nominated by vice president of enrollment management Ryan Cassell, and Youth Salute board members Debbie Brown and Theresa Clark.