NACCAP Announces 2026 Award Recipients
The North American Coalition for Christian Admissions Professionals (NACCAP) is proud to recognize the outstanding contributions and exemplary service of this year's award recipients. Each year, NACCAP honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and excellence in the field of Christian education.
The 2026 awardees have been nominated by their peers and colleagues, acknowledging their significant impact within their institutions and the broader Christian education community.
Rookie of the Year - K-12: Stephanie Warner, Divine Savior Academy Santa Rita Ranch
Rookie of the Year - Traditional: Hannah Olson, Toccoa Falls College
Rookie of the Year - GAP: Sheila Gower, Anderson University (SC)
K-12 Professional of the Year: Naomi Oosting, Beaver County Christian School
Admissions Officer of the Year: Andy Gammons, Taylor University
Graduate Adult Professional of the Year: Yuli To, Wheaton College
Distinguished Partnership Award: Thom Seagren, The Christian Connector
Outstanding Achievement Award: Bailey Ketteringham, Belhaven University
Outstanding Achievement Award: Dr. Ronnie Stewart, Toccoa Falls College
Chant Thompson Servant Leadership Award: Jeff Berggren, Huntington University
Lifetime Achievement Award: Dr. John Chopka
Lifetime Achievement Award: Dr. Scott Shoemaker, Point Loma Nazarene University
NACCAP Recognition - Board Service: Willem de Ruijter, Geneva College
NACCAP 25 Years: Bev Zarges, NACCAP
NACCAP Retirement: Carlene Peters, NACCAP
These awards reflect NACCAP's commitment to elevating Christian K-12 and admissions counselor professionals across North America. We commend each recipient for their exceptional dedication to their students and institutions.
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NACCAP Annual Conference
Jessup University
Rocklin, California
May 25-27, 2027