Meet the Admissions Team
We would be delighted to have the opportunity to meet with you! Our dedicated admissions advisors are ready to assist you with any questions you may have regarding the application process. You can reach out to our admissions office by calling 830-792-7217 or sending an email to admissions@schreiner.edu. We are here to help!
Bio
Chris Stevenson
Associate Director of Admissions
Major(s):
B.S. Physical Education
MEd – Educational Administration
Superintendent Certification
Hometown: Johnson City, TX
Favorite Spot on Campus: Welcome Center – I love to see our guests on their first visit to campus.
Best Place to Eat in Kerrville: Bumdoodlers – The Brainstorm sandwich is fantastic!
Why you love Schreiner: I love the family feel that Schreiner provides. The faculty and staff all care about their students. The personal connection that students have with professors is second to none. Schreiner is truly committed to securing life long success for all students.
Bio: Born and raised in Johnson City, TX. Spent 31 years in public education in rural communities of the Texas Hill Country. Served 21 years as a Principal and Superintendent at Harper ISD. I have been married to my wife, Holly, for 31 years. I am a proud father and grandfather. I enjoy all outdoor activities, especially hunting and searching for Indian artifacts. I bring my love of rural Texas to Schreiner as I actively work to create partnerships with rural schools throughout Texas.
Bio
Nicco Toscano
Freshman Admissions Counselor
Region: Rio Grande Valley, East Texas, West Texas, and El Paso
Alma Mater: Schreiner University
Major: B.S in Public Health (Minor: Medical Humanities)
Hometown: Harlingen, TX
Favorite Spot on Campus: The STEMZone
Best Place to Eat in Kerrville: Thai Ocha
Why you love Schreiner: I love schreiner because it introduced me to my best friends and gave me the best 4 years of my life.
Bio: My name is Nicco Toscano and I’m a freshman admission counselor and a Schreiner University alum! My goal is to help any and all students with their decision to attend Schreiner University. A fun fact about me: I train my dogs in different languages!
Bio
Jessie Leal
Transfer Admissions Counselor
Region: Transfers, OBSNs, and LVNS
Alma Mater: Schreiner University
Major(s):
B.A. in Political Science
Master of Business Administration
Hometown: San Antonio, TX
Favorite Spot on Campus: Fountain in between Weird and the Library
Best place to eat in Kerrville: Mary’s Tacos
Why you love Schreiner: I love how staff and faculty become personally invested in student success.
Bio: I grew up visiting Kerrville often and was thrilled when I found a home at Schreiner. During my time at Schreiner, I participated in Greek Life and Student Government. When I am not working, you can find me spending time with my Yorkshire pup named Stella!
Bio
Cicely Jones
Graduate Admissions Counselor
Region: Graduate Students
Alma Mater: Schreiner University
Major(s):
B.A. in Arts Management and Administration
Master of Business Administration
Hometown: Schertz, TX
Favorite Spot on Campus: Logan Library
Best place to eat in Kerrville: Raising Cane’s
Why you love Schreiner: All of the nature! Seeing deer, butterflies, and hummingbirds all across campus!
Bio: Hey y’all! My name is Cicely Jones. I am the Graduate Admissions Counselor and one of our Campus Visit Coordinators. I earned my bachelor’s degree and master’s degree from Schreiner University and continue to grow as an individual and further my career. Volleyball is my passion and karaoke is my hobby! Find fun in the little things and never stop learning!
Bio
Emily Downey
Enrollment Funnel and Social Media Manager
Alma Mater: University of North Texas
Major: B.S in Medical Laboratory Science
Hometown: Kerrville, TX
Favorite Spot on Campus: Pecan Grove
Best Place to Eat in Kerrville: Qdoba
Why you love Schreiner: My favorite part about Schreiner is that every faculty member truly cares about the success of their students. There is a level of care and personalization here that you just don’t see at larger universities.
Bio: My name is Emily, and I am the Enrollment Funnel and Social Media Manager for the Office of Admissions, as well as the Resident Director for the Pecan Grove Apartments on campus. I was born and raised in Kerrville, and my family has a long history at Schreiner and throughout the Hill Country. I have a passion for introducing students to Schreiner and making sure my residents have a fantastic college experience!
I love gaming (will I ever get a PS5??) and reading in my free time, as well as attending movie nights with my close group of friends. I want to travel as much as possible and I have visited 36 out of the 50 United States. National Parks are my favorite places to visit! And if you love dogs, I will happily show you a million pictures of my adorable golden retriever, Journey.
