Article by Julie Waechter, special to Adams State
Ian Creager recently joined Adams State University as Director of Admissions. Mark Buck, Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management, said, “Ian brings extensive experience in higher education and admissions/enrollment management and operations. He has a proven track record of streamlining processes, improving the student experience, and driving enrollment growth.”
Creager will oversee undergraduate admissions strategy, outreach, and operations, partnering with campus stakeholders to expand Adams State’s reach and impact while continuing its proud tradition of serving diverse student populations.
“The first thing that attracted me to Adams State is this beautiful place and the fact it is a Hispanic Serving Institution. I’m a skier/snowboarder, and I’m bilingual in Spanish. With my background in admissions, I felt like this was a calling,” Creager said. He said a top priority is to increase enrollment of San Luis Valley students. “We will be visiting every school, working to build those partnerships.”
Creager brings more than two decades of experience in the field. He most recently served Upright Education as admissions advisor, team lead (bilingual). The organization partners with more than 30 universities to provide technical bootcamp certificate programs. Among the several schools he has worked with are Colorado State University and Metropolitan State University of Denver, as well as schools in Mexico and Puerto Rico.
“One of my biggest strengths is operations, and I know there is a lot of opportunity here for system improvements and streamlining. I’ve worked with several schools and have a lot of ideas for Adams State,” Creager said. “Over the last six years, I’ve worked face-to-face recruiting students, and that’s given me a good connection to the students. It’s made me more in tune with what students need.”
Creager holds a B.A. in Spanish – Hispanic Studies from Colorado College and is excited to join the Adams State community in advancing opportunities for students throughout Colorado and beyond.
