Amy Schuldt - Co-Chair

Senior - Music Education

Alexandria, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"The talented and wonderful Ann Vidoloff because of her incredible fashion sense and winning personality."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"It more of a big family than a big institution. People here really want you to succeed."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"You have 4 years to make your mark. Start now because it goes by way too fast."

Naomi Jahraus - Co-Chair

Senior - Fine Art & Advertising Design

Aberdeen, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Mark McGinnis so I could train to be an Art Professor at Northern State."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"So many people."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"College is a brand new 100% fresh start for you. It is a time to pursue things that you have always wanted to do."

Bethany Orn

Junior - Music

Wimbledon, ND

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"President Schloss because it would be interesting to see what he does on a daily basis and see the inner workings of NSU."

The coolest thing about going to NSU is...

"The caring atmosphere. The professors and students really get to know each other and take an interest in you."

My advice for incoming students is...

"Take care of yourself above all else!. Everything about college is easier and more rewarding when you feel great inside and out."

Eric Saathoff

Sophomore - Education/Social Sciences

Watertown, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Dr. Dias because he is one crazy guy."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"The faculty treats you like a real person, not just a number on a list."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Find a club or sport that interests you and get involved. That is how I met a lot of new people."

Tena Westling

Senior - Sociology

Alcester, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Kayla Wagner because she has a really cool roommate and she is in a band."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"The people and the wonderfully talented and sweet Judy Burgard, Admissions Extrodinaire!"

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Eat the Ham....Get involved in things that interest you, perhaps join the Lion's Club."

Kayla Wagner

Senior - Elementary Education

Roslyn, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Tena Westling because she has a really cool roommate and she's in a band."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"The small town atmophere."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Join the Lion's Club!"

Amber Welke

Senior - English Education

Warner, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Ric Dias, he is just one cool little man."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"All the great friendly people."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Get involved and go to class."

Altman Studeny

Sophomore - Art

Plankinton, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Dr. Al LaFave for the keen suit."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"Ahhh...January?"

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"There are two paths you can go by, but in the long run, theres still time to change the road you are on."

Bonny Athy

Junior - Music Education

St. Charles, Iowa

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"The library staff, because I would want to know where everything is in that building."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"Making life long friends and knowing that the faculty wants you to succeed and are willing to help."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Ask if you have questions."

Rose Kramp

Senior - Sociology/Criminal Justice

Corpus Christi, TX

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Dr. Donelan because she has fun classes and makes everybody feel welcome."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"The students and faculty and the several enjoyable programs that are offered."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Smile, have fun, and remember there are no stupid questions."

Kim Roseland

Sophomore - Accounting

Seneca, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"NSU Superfan Nate Thompson because it would be cool to be the most popular person on campus."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"Its the perfect size...you know so many people, but yet you are always meeting new people everyday."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Don't be afraid to meet new people and get involved."

Lisa Guthmiller

Junior - Elementary Education

Hayti, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"The president, he is the big kahuna, the big guy, the head honcho."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"You are always likely to see people you know."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Have an open mind and try new activities that you haven't done before."

Kristie Erickson

Junior - Finance

Aberdeen, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Andy Foster, I would like to know where his logic comes from at times, his thoughts seem very random at times."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"The teachers know you by name and are always willing to devote extra time to students."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Keep your dorm room door open, go to class, get involved."

Rory Behrens

SuperSenior - Vocal Music Education

Rapid City, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"The heating plant boss, so I can drive around on a gator and also go through the underground tunnels and meet the underground tunnel dweller society."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"Spafford Hall, but you'll have to come here to find out why. Inquire with this guy."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"You get out what you put in."

Amanda Stulken

Junior - Music Education

Webster, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Dr. Wieland because I would have a very energetic personality."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"The activities and atmosphere."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Have an open mind."

Shelly Poss

Senior - Elementary Education

Lennox, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Mrs. Bortnem because she has such energy and excitement when it comes to teaching."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"All the people. I love being able to know so many other students and faculty by name."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Find out what you love in life and go for it. Find the people that you love the most in life and hang on to them, find what you love most about yourself and always remember it."

Megan Enderson

Sophomore - Art Education

Watertown, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Travis Sieber because he is fun to hang out with and then I could listen to Pat Benetar all day long!"

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"The size of the campus is perfect and the people are great."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Get involved with CAB....you will then get to plan what happens on campus and meet cool people."

Ashley Sutton

Senior - Sociology & Special Education

Castlewood, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Amyanda and that Sarah Eggers...there cool."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"The Rugby Team and the Exponent!"

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Study...but also have some fun too."

Ashley Seeklander

Junior - Psychology

Estelline, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Dr. Wieland, then I could be an amazing pianist."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"Friendly atmosphere and small classes."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Don't be a bystander, get involved with something."

Amanda Hermsen

Junior - Elementary Education

Winner, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Bob Olson, because he is the Athletic Director and I love all the sports that we have at Northern."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"Nice and friendly people."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Don't leave on weekends, there is a lot of things to do on campus and in Aberdeen."

Steph Oslund

Senior - Secondary Education/English Writing

Rapid City, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Dr. Blanchard because he is so brilliant. I'd like to see what goes on in his brain."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"Everyone knows everyone...and its really friendly."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Even the hard times will pass by. Stick with it if its important to you...also remember that everything happens for a reason."

Gwen Meyer

SuperSenior - Art & Multimedia Graphic Design

Pollock, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Karen Gerety because I would love to help students that have disabilities and it would be great to make a difference while in being involved with disability services."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"Everyday I recognize at least 10 people I know. Everyone on campus is caring."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Try to be organized and get active in clubs."

Danielle Schmidt

Junior - International Business, German & Spanish

Lennox, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Kevin Sackreiter then I would get to listen to all the forensics team's practices."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"Wonderful people."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Study, but make time for fun."

Jan Martin

Senior - Art/Advertising Design

Hutchinson, MN

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Thunder the mascot."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"The small class sizes are sooo nice."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Keep chasing your dreams."

Amber Johnson

Sophomore - Art Education

Yankton, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Travis Sieber because then I could go to the Barnett Center and play basketball on my lunch hour."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"Art Department...fo-shizzle!"

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Just have the time of your life."

Tomee Brown

Sophomore - Undeclared

Wakpala, SD (Standing Rock Sioux Tribe)

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Peni Mounga....he is such a unique individual and is able to bring together a variety of cultures in a positive way."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"Getting to meet and interact with people from different cultures."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"This is not like a high school. Get out and get involved in order to meet new people."

Sarah Eggers

Senior - Elementary Education and Special Education

Philip, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

" Dr. Dias because he is a fun teacher!"

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"Small classes and very personal professors."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Get involved!"

Ray Zakrzewski

Junior - Voice Education

Webster, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Stacey The Post Office Lady. She is always happy and she knows everyone."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"The home feeling that you get when you walk around campus. You get a feeling knowing that you belong here."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Be yourself, like what you do, and get your generals done."

Jennifer Thielen

Senior - Biology

Rapid City, SD

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Ann Vidoloff because she has a genuine interest in her student's success but also knows how to have a little fun."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"I love that all my professors know me by name."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Enjoy your college years, they are the best, and get the best out of them. Keep your eyes in the right direction and don't do anything that you'll inevitably regret."

Kale Miller

Junior - Criminal Justice

Round Lake, MN

If I could trade places with anyone at NSU for a day, it would be...

"Professor Dias....it would be amazing to have that much energy for one day."

The coolest thing about going to Northern is...

"Being able to feel right at home while meeting so many new people."

My advice for incoming NSU students is...

"Always be true to yourself and you can do anything. Always shoot for the moon, because if you fail you will land among the stars...Don't forget to study and call your parents every so often!"