Meet the Admission Staff

The admission staff is here to help. E-mail or call with any questions or to request information. Visit our map to find the admission counselor who covers your corner of the world and when they will be in your area.

	Paul Steenis, Vice President for Enrollment and Dean of Admission "Opening minds, fulfilling dreams, changing lives—Knox provides a world class education to a great group of students. The admission staff and I want to share with you all that Knox has to offer. Think you might be right for Knox? Talk with us!" Education B.A., Knox College, Philosophy, Economics and Business Administration Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7145 psteenis@knox.edu
	Jill Bisbee, Director of Admission "At Knox, you will learn how to learn. Analyzing information, understanding cultural differences, developing effective writing skills, and delivering information effectively are the building blocks of a Knox education." Education B.A., Gustavus Adolphus College, Spanish Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7148 jbisbee@knox.edu
	Jennifer Keegan, Senior Assistant Director of Admission "There are many reasons why a Knox education is so special. Scholar teachers, freedom to flourish, and numerous opportunities to make connections on campus are all qualities that I believe distinguish Knox. I encourage you to come to campus and see for yourself all the College has to offer." Recruitment Area Western Suburbs of Chicago, California, Guam, Hawaii, Nevada, Pacific Islands Click here to find out when Knox will be in your area Education B.A., Allegheny College, History, Women's Studies M.Ed., Loyola University Chicago, Higher Education Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7163 jkeegan@knox.edu
	Russell Bold, Assistant Director of Admission "Knox students have such a strong desire to learn, and its great to see what they do with their passion -- research projects, study abroad, graduate school. It's truly inspiring." Recruitment Area Southern Suburbs of Chicago, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont Click here to find out when Knox will be in your area Education B.A., Monmouth College, Religious Studies, Classics Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7129 rbold@knox.edu
	DeVone Eurales, Assistant Director of Admission, Coordinator of Multicultural Recruitment "Knox prides itself on being a community of scholars that form true friendships. Everyone is important, from the president to the newly enrolled first-year students. At Knox, we all respect each other as individuals and treat one another as equals. So if you see me on campus or at a college fair, I’m not Mr. Eurales. Call me DeVone." Recruitment Area City of Chicago, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, Tennessee, Texas, Virgin Islands, West Virginia Click here to find out when Knox will be in your area Education B.S., Illinois College, Business Administration, Sociology Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7147 deurales@knox.edu
	Josh Ferchau, Assistant Director of Admission, Coordinator of International Admission "There is no skill in life more valuable than learning to develop your own ideas and think for yourself. At Knox, you'll have access to incredible teachers who will push you to do exactly that, and you'll achieve things you've never dreamed." Recruitment Area Students Outside the United States Click here to find out when Knox will be in your area Education B.A., Knox College, Political Science, Dance Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7136 jferchau@knox.edu
	Drew Flock, Admission Counselor "At Knox, you can be an active participant—you can really affect change. There’s a strong sense of community—students, professors, and staff—and you’ll definitely be empowered as a stakeholder. That ownership is what gives all of us at Knox the 'freedom to flourish.' " Recruitment Area Western Illinois, Alaska, Iowa, Oregon, Washington Click here to find out when Knox will be in your area Education B.A., Knox College, Physics, Educational Studies Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7164 aflock@knox.edu

	Zachary George, Admission Counselor "At Knox, you’re not just learning how to learn, but also how to live, look and laugh. And learning happens everywhere—in every situation. You’ll be impacted by your professors and your peers in an environment that challenges you to develop and grow as a person." Recruitment Area Northern Illinois, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia Click here to find out when Knox will be in your area Education B.A., Augustana College, Music Education Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7128 zgeorge@knox.edu
	Leila Keita, Admission Counselor "Knox provides an atmosphere where students of all walks of life can gather and engage in respectful and open discussion of the world around them." Recruitment Area Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin Click here to find out when Knox will be in your area Education B.A., Ripon College, French, Communication Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7144 lkeita@knox.edu
	Hayley Lerner, Admission Counselor "I know that my every successful endeavor comes almost directly from the support system and personal growth I found at Knox College, and as cliche as it sounds, it's true: Knox is the college that truly changed my life." Recruitment Area Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota Click here to find out when Knox will be in your area Education B.A., Knox College, History, Creative Writing Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7132 hlerner@knox.edu
	Julia Ricciardi, Admission Counselor "Knox is a diverse and welcoming community that values intellectual exploration. Here, students have the freedom to shape their own education, study what they want to study and become who they want to be!" Recruitment Area Northern Illinois, Southern Illinois, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Utah, Wyoming Click here to find out when Knox will be in your area Education B.A., Knox College, Studio Art, Educational Studies Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7124 jricciar@knox.edu

Financial Aid Staff

Ann Brill, Director of Financial Aid

"Knox truly values and celebrates diversity. This unique advantage over many other private colleges will provide immeasurable benefits to Knox graduates as they enter the workforce, raise a family and/or dedicate themselves to community service. I am pleased to assist students in financing a Knox education as it is indeed a worthwhile investment. "

Education
B.A., Augustana College, Speech Communication, Business
M.S., Western Illinois University, Education

Contact
800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7130
abrill@knox.edu

Mary Wright, Associate Director of Financial Aid

"The best part of my job is being able to help students and families see that they can afford a Knox education."

Education
B.A., Northeastern Illinois University, Psychology, Business
M.S., Marian College, Organizational Leadership and Quality

Contact
800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7134
mwright@knox.edu

Campus Visit Staff

	Donna Curry, Director of Admission Services Education B.A., Knox College, Sociology & Anthropology Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7133 dcurry@knox.edu
	Elizabeth Jonsberg, Campus Visit Coordinator "I love meeting and working with prospective students and their families. My favorite thing about Knox is the students—apart from being such fun people, they make this campus a place I'm proud to represent." Education B.A., Keele University, in Keele, Staffordshire, England, Criminology, Social Anthropology Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7125 ejonsber@knox.edu
	Diane Dooley, Open House Receptionist "There are no stupid questions when it comes to making choices in your life, especially when it's something as important as choosing a college." Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7123 ddooley@knox.edu
	Janet Tolle, Receptionist "Knox College is a genuinely warm and friendly campus, and it is my pleasure to welcome you when you arrive and assist you during your stay. Relax, explore, and follow your dreams." Education B.F.A., Western Illinois University, Studio Art Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7167 jtolle@knox.edu
	Amy Welty, Receptionist "At Knox College, we truly share in the excitement of your campus visit. Your visit is the most important and the most enjoyable part of my job!" Education A.A., Carl Sandburg College Contact 800-678-KNOX (Toll-free) or 309-341-7496 akwelty@knox.edu