Norfolk, Va.—Norfolk State University has named Kevin M. Holmes, a Hampton Roads native, as its new Director of Recruitment and Admissions.

Prior to his position at Norfolk State, Holmes served as director of undergraduate recruitment at George Mason University in Fairfax, Va., where he began his career in 2002 as an admissions counselor. A first-generation college graduate, Holmes has been instrumental in advancing the college admissions field. While at George Mason, he created and introduced the nation’s first-ever video essay option utilizing YouTube to George Mason’s undergraduate freshman application. He was also influential in designing and implementing George Mason’s nationally recognized score optional admission policy.

Along with his role in the Office of Admissions, he contributed to George Mason’s Early Identification Program (E.I.P) and Student Transition and Empowerment Program (S.T.E.P), working specifically with first-generation college students where he emphasized the importance of college readiness.

Holmes graduated with honors from Indian River High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Communications from George Mason and a master’s in Organizational Development and Knowledge Management, also from George Mason. Professional recognition includes being named Virginia Admission Counselor of the Year by the Potomac and Chesapeake Association for College Admissions Counselors. He returns to the Hampton Roads area with his wife, Shavawn.

For more information, call the NSU Office of Communications and Marketing at 757-823-8373.