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Tracee Duerson

  • tduerso1@depaul.edu
  • Director of Admissions
  • MA Higher Education and Personnel Administration, New York University
    BA Political Science, California Polytechnic State University
  • Administration
  • 773-325-2021

Tracee has worked in various roles within higher education since 2004 spanning from college advising and counseling, program and event planning, and admissions roles for a number of different institutions. From 2004-2010, her primary role was to ensure underserved students were given access to the college process and services to ensure retention and college completion. In 2010 she transitioned to full-time work in admissions, and spent 5 years working as a regional admissions counselor in California, during which time  her primary role was to recruit for Oklahoma City University's theatre, music and dance programs. In 2015, Tracee joined the admissions team at The Theatre School.  While Tracee does not have formal training as a theatre professional, she has a life-long passion for watching theatre and supporting the performing arts. Her extensive experience working within higher education combined with this passion has inspired her dedication to supporting future theatre professionals.