He earned an undergraduate degree in psychology in 1991 from the University of Wisconsin, La Crosse, receiving the institution's highest alumni honor in 2014, the Maurice O’Graff Award.
In partnership with the Board of Directors, Nyre initiated an investigation, self-reported findings to authorities and ranking publications, and established the Integrity in Reporting Committee to prevent future misconduct.
His team significantly increased annual fundraising by over 300%, setting new records and achieving the highest level of giving in any single year in Seton Hall's history.
[8][9] Dr. Nyre and his wife contributed $500,000 to Seton Hall University, aimed at underwriting scholarships and supporting faculty research and instructional activities.
His efforts to uphold transparency and accountability often faced resistance, culminating in his resignation in 2023 due to ethical concerns involving the Board of Regents role in the corruption,[11] coverup and retaliation against whistleblowers.