Enrollment Management Association
Joanna Evans is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in educational administration, support for the elderly, and quilt history. Currently serving as the First Lady at Peru State College and the Editor of "Uncoverings" for the American Quilt Study Group, Joanna also operates a freelance editing business, focusing on educational assessment and quilt history. With a background in project management and admissions roles at notable educational institutions including Southern New Hampshire University, the University of Southern Maine, and George Stevens Academy, Joanna has consistently demonstrated expertise in international engagement and student recruitment. Joanna holds a Master's degree in Education and a Bachelor's degree in Biology and Education from Smith College, complemented by a strong foundation in early education from Brooklyn Friends School and Friends Academy.
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Enrollment Management Association
EMA was founded in 1957 as the Secondary School Admission Test Board (SSATB). Changing our name in 2016 was the catalyst of our brand evolution. As the Enrollment Management Association, our name rightfully emphasizes the importance of sustainable enrollment strategies. We are the leading resource dedicated to helping independent school leaders with their enrollment needs. Most know us for pioneering the gold-standard SSAT, administered to 50,000 potential students each year. We have since evolved beyond traditional testing services, offering timely data, insights, and digital solutions to help sustain the independent schools of the future. We've grown from admissions professionals to a vast network of experts and advocates—developing the industry-standard Character Skills Snapshot, leadership tools like Learning Pass, and first-rate recruitment resources like the Standard Application Online and Student Prospect List. Our vision is to champion transformational education journeys. Our tools and resources provide insights beyond academics so schools can empower students to seamlessly navigate their unique paths to success. Our mission is to provide unparalleled leadership and service in meeting the admission assessment and enrollment needs of schools, students, and families. Together, let's champion transformational education journeys!