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NORTHERN TODAY 7 FALL 2020 Northern distributes CARES Act grants, creates Student Emergency Relief Fund Northern State University is helping students impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic any way it can – including finding ways to provide financial assistance. NORTHERN STATE UNIVERSITY | News DONATE TODAY ONE ME THOD of financial help was provided through the Federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act. Northern received $329,889 in CARES Act funding to be awarded to students, said NSU Director of Financial Aid Sharon Kienow. Nearly all of the funds have been disbursed to 274 students, Kienow said. The NSU Foundation also created a Student Emergency Relief Fund to assist students impacted by COVID-19 or other emergencies. This fund is made possible thanks to gifts from the university’s generous donors. For both funds, grant money can be used by eligible students for college- related expenses including tuition and fees, course materials, housing, meals, technology, health care and child care. “Our main goal is for our students to have the best educational experience possible, and we know it’s difficult for students to do that when they have financial concerns,” said NSU President Dr. Tim Downs. “We’re thrilled that we’re able to help our students this way, so they can continue to focus on their studies and stay on track with their college experience.” For more information about Northern’s new logo and other brand elements, visit northern.edu/ brand. explained Fraase. Multiple institutions have worked to capitalize on their most visible and well-known marks, which is oftentimes athletics. The lowercase NSU mark will be phased out over the next year. “We’re proud of our history and we’re happy to showcase who we are in a bold way: Northern,” said NSU President, Dr. Tim Downs. For decades, Northern’s mascot was Waldo the Wolf – until, in 1993, the current mascot, Thunder, was born. Then in May 1994, Northern announced a public contest to replace the logo rendering. Out of 65 entries, local artist Thomas Gross, a 1982 NSU grad, was selected as the winner. In 2010 another Aberdeen artist, Josh Phillips, updated Gross’ design. Phillips’ design is now used across campus and was subject to NSU’s trademark. Prior to the logo update, Northern went through a brand refresh in 2017 that included developing a brand guide and revealing a new tagline, which remains intact: “Unleash your potential | Join the pack.” “We set out to commemorate our long history, while capitalizing on a mark that brings together current brand elements and makes a bold statement for the institution.” Justin Fraase, VP of Enrollment, Communications and Marketing STUDENT EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND To learn more about funding available for Northern students, contact NSU Financial Aid at 605-626-2640 or finaid@northern.edu. SUPPORT STUDENTS NOW In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the NSU Foundation has established a COVID-19 Student Emergency Relief Fund. This new relief fund will provide immediate grants to NSU students. It will also assist them in staying enrolled in college. We are asking you, our donors, supporters, alumni and community, to help however you can. Call 605-626-2550 or visit northern.edu/foundation STUDENT EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND COVID-19