Mike Pegram
Associate Vice President of Student Enrollment
Mike Pegram serves as 51³Ô¹Ï’s Associate Vice President of Student Enrollment, leading admissions, advising, financial aid, testing, and registration across the institution. With a focus on accessibility and student-centered support, he works to eliminate barriers to education and ensure every learner can navigate their path with confidence.
Since stepping into this role, Pegram has been instrumental in institutional initiatives that helped shape 51³Ô¹Ï’s regional reach. He has guided strategic enrollment planning, supported multiple accreditation reviews, helped steer the college’s semester calendar transition, and championed modernized course-placement policies that opened doors for more students. Pegram also led the rollout of a college-wide scheduling model designed to meet course demand efficiently, reflecting 51³Ô¹Ï’s dedication to being an accessible and responsive community partner.
Originally from Independence, Missouri, Pegram earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Truman State University and a Master’s in Counselor Education from Western Illinois University. Deeply invested in the 51³Ô¹Ï community, his wife, Sara, is also part of the college team, and together they are proud parents of three children. An avid reader, music lover, and passionate Kansas City Chiefs fan, Pegram enjoys staying active outdoors, fishing, and spending time with family and friends.