LACTATION ROOM REOPENED TO SUPPORT PARENTING STUDENTS, STAFF AND FACULTY November 2024 — Student Affairs was proud to announce the reopening of a dedicated lactation room in the Jewett Regional Science Education Center, providing a welcoming and private space for parenting students, staff and faculty. This updated “personal health space” is designed to support breastfeeding, bottle feeding and pumping in a comfortable and respectful environment. The room is currently available on a first-come, first-served basis, with an “In Use” sign to ensure privacy. This resource reflects Northern’s ongoing commitment to supporting the diverse needs of its campus community and helping individuals balance their academic, professional and parenting responsibilities. The reopening of the lactation room fulfills Objective 7: Create Inclusive Communities of the Student Affairs Strategic Plan (2021–2025). It also represents a collaborative effort across campus. Special thanks go to Dean Kiesow for her vision in including this space during the Science Center’s construction, Krista Bau for leading the recent improvements and Tim Rickett for installing artwork that enhances the room’s welcoming atmosphere. For questions or assistance, community members are encouraged to contact Krista Bau at (605) 626-3007 or visit Suite 222 in the Student Center. INTERNATIONAL FLAG DISPLAY REFRESHED IN THE STUDENT CENTER April 2024 — The Student Center Mall is once again a vibrant celebration of global diversity, thanks to a collaborative effort between Student Affairs and the Office of International Programs to update the International Flag Display. The refreshed display now proudly features the national flags of Northern’s international graduates and exchange students from 2015 to 2025. In addition to the physical update, a new website was launched as part of the project, allowing students, staff and faculty to explore the flags and their countries of origin online—making the display more accessible and educational. After years of wear, the original flags were cleaned or replaced, and the display hardware received much-needed attention. Special thanks go to Doug Leidholt and Facilities Management for their support, and to Michelle Dannen, residential facilities coordinator, who led the project with funding from Multicultural Student Affairs and the Student Center through the General Activity Fee (GAF). The original display was made possible through the generous support of Hub City Inc., the Northern Student Government Association, the International Students Club (ISO) and the Northern Center of Excellence in International Business. This project fulfills Key Result 179 of the Student Affairs Strategic Plan (2021–2025) and Northern’s ongoing commitment to fostering a globally minded campus community. POWERING UP THE CAMPUS GREEN: ENHANCING OUTDOOR EVENTS AND TRADITIONS Summer 2024 — Thanks to a collaborative effort between Student Affairs and Facilities Management, the Campus Green is now better equipped to support outdoor events and beloved campus traditions. Five new outdoor power stations were installed to enhance programming—most notably the annual Lighting of the Green—as well as other student-led activities throughout the year. Each station includes three 120-volt outlets and additional lighting, making the space more functional, flexible and welcoming for campus gatherings. The project was made possible through M&R funding and reflects Northern’s commitment to improving the student experience through thoughtful infrastructure upgrades. STUDENT AFFAIRS 13 ANNUAL REPORT Quick Takes, continued… Location: 215 Jewett Regional Science Education Center Hours of Availability: Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Alyssa Kiesow Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
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