Meet the Admissions Team

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  Peter Wickman

  Dean of Enrollment Management
  pwickman@nicholsschool.org
  Peter Wickman joined Nichols in 2021 and leads the school’s admissions, financial aid, and enrollment efforts. He brings more than 17 years of independent school experience, including previous roles in admission and financial aid, as well as experience as a Spanish teacher, coach, advisor, and dorm parent. Peter holds degrees from Gettysburg College, Villanova University, and an MBA from the University of New Hampshire. Outside of Nichols, he enjoys skiing, running, cycling, and adventuring with his wife, Maddy, and their two sons.
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  Chelsy Collins

  Director of Upper School Admission
  ccollins@nicholsschool.org
  Chelsy Collins joined Nichols in 2018 and works closely with prospective Upper School students and families throughout the admissions process, from first visits and interviews through enrollment. Before Nichols, Chelsy worked in market research, product development, fundraising, and event planning. She holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from Slippery Rock University. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, skiing, watercolor painting, and traveling.
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  Erin Gorton

  Director of Financial Aid & Middle School Admission
  egorton@nicholsschool.org
  Erin Gorton joined Nichols in 2020 and works closely with prospective Middle School families while leading the school’s financial aid program. She especially enjoys helping families understand affordability and the resources available to make a Nichols education possible. Before joining Nichols, Erin spent more than 13 years in corporate finance with Goldman Sachs and The Blackstone Group and worked in nonprofit client service at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo. She is also the parent of two Nichols students, Nate ’26 and Mia ’28.
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  Maria Spencer

  Admissions Office Manager
  mspencer@nicholsschool.org
  Maria Spencer joined Nichols in 2020 and helps families navigate the many details that make up the admissions experience, from questions and scheduling to events and application logistics. Her background in student-focused work includes study abroad programming at Rotary International in Chicago and student services at Tufts University in Boston. Maria earned her bachelor’s degree from Wittenberg University, where she also studied abroad in Perugia, Italy. A Buffalo native, she enjoys spending time with her husband and children and cheering on the Bills.