Chapter Leader Award

Katie-Ann Mason has worked in graduate enrollment management for 12 years. She proudly serves as the Chapters Committee Chair on the NAGAP Board of Directors and continues to support her own regional chapter as the NEGAP Immediate Past President. NAGAP and NEGAP have been integral to her professional development from the very start of her career. Katie-Ann is the associate director of graduate admissions at Bridgewater State University and a member of the adjunct faculty for the BSU Department of Theatre. A Terrier and a Shark, she earned her master’s of education in higher education administration from Boston University’s School of Education, having first earned her Bachelor of Arts in History with a Performing Arts Minor from Simmons College. Within GEM Katie-Ann is most passionate about making graduate opportunities economically accessible, the application process equitable, and being a voice for those who don’t feel seen or heard. She believes in leading with empathy and humor and that teamwork is paramount to success. Outside of her worklife Katie-Ann loves to take in performances of musicals and concerts. She loves to travel and try new activites with her daughter and husband. She also enjoys leading her daughter’s Brownie Troop. And, nothing beats a walk on the beach anytime of year.

The Chapter Leader Award is presented to a current or past NAGAP Chapter Board member who has demonstrated a commitment to the success of their Chapter community, connections between members, and strengthened Chapter communications with the NAGAP leadership.