Alaire Naedele

Director of Recruitment and Enrollment for the School of Drama, School of Drama

I started at CMU in 2022

As the director of recruitment and enrollment, I assist prospective drama students through the artistic side of the application process for both undergrad and graduate programs. I often work in conjunction with the Office of Admission to ensure students are completing the academic side of the process. My main responsibilities include managing prescreen submissions, assisting with audition days (on-campus, off-campus and virtual), assigning faculty for interview days, traveling to recruit from various high schools and national conferences, answering questions, and meeting with students and their families. I am the first point-of-contact once a student inquires, and will be there every step of the way through matriculation. Once the student is admitted (which is the exciting part!), I create personalized campus visit schedules so students can get a feel for the day-in-the-life as a drama student. This also includes clarifying their questions about financial aid, housing, and more. This job is very rewarding. I am a small part in ensuring these incredibly talented students fulfill their dream of attending CMU's drama program. It really is a joy and my heart is truly, in the work!

During my term I'll communicate our mission and advocacy in new ways - social media, emailed newsletters... Let's get the word out there about staff council and the ways we are making positive changes to policies in our campus community! I am also passionate about exploring benefits as a parent. I am a mom to three boys. I would like to be involved with committees dedicated to advocating for working parents.

Favorite Quote: “Always remember you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” – A.A. Milne

Superpower - To fly! To be able to fly in the sky with all the birds would be so freeing! And to not have to sit in traffic for hours!