As students transition into college life, the wealth of available campus resources can play a crucial role in supporting their academic and personal well-being. For newcomers, familiarizing themselves with these resources can enhance their college experience and ensure they have the support needed to succeed.
The Wellness Center stands out as a major campus resource, offering a wide range of amenities for students. The fitness area features a two-story section with weight machines, free weights and cardio equipment, along with fitness classes, assessments and personalized programs.
For recreation, students can enjoy three basketball courts, four racquetball courts, multipurpose rooms and a rock climbing wall—ideal for pick-up games, learning new skills or joining an intramural team. The aquatics area includes a six-lane, 25-yard lap pool, a leisure pool, a hot tub and a sauna. Also located within the Wellness Center is the Student Health Center, which provides a range of medical services, including checkups, mental health support, immunizations and sexual health care. Detailed information about these amenities and ongoing events is available on the NDSU Wellness Center website. Additionally, the NDSU Wellness Center app provides updates on groupFIT classes, hours and other essential details.
The Memorial Union (MU) serves as a central hub on the NDSU campus, offering a variety of valuable resources for students. The bookstore, located within the MU, provides game-day apparel, course materials and other essentials. Students can also visit One Stop for assistance with financial or class-related matters. Design and Sign, another key resource in the MU, handles design and printing needs, including stickers, life-size cutouts, T-shirts, flyers and magnets. For additional printing needs, several printers are available throughout the MU and campus. The basement of the MU houses the dining center and food court, along with a bowling alley, an esports gaming lab and a game room. For more information about the Memorial Union, visit their website by searching for NDSU Memorial Union.
Other essential resources on campus include campus police, the Counseling Center, and support services for sexual assault. The campus police, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, operate from the University Police and Safety building. They can be reached at (701) 231-8305. Emergency phones around campus, marked by blue metal columns with strobe lights, provide direct connections to the University Police. Additionally, the NDSU Personal Safety and Security Assist, provided by the University Police and Safety Office, utilizes the Pathlight smartphone app to enhance student safety. By entering a destination and estimated travel time into the app, users enable NDSU police to respond swiftly in case of an emergency. If the destination is not reached within the specified time, the app will alert a dispatcher. Additionally, if there is a threat, a silent alarm can be sent to the dispatcher with a simple swipe of the finger.
The Counseling Center offers free and confidential support for students dealing with various issues throughout their college experience. Services include one-on-one and group counseling, workshops, and screenings for stress, depression, and anxiety. Additionally, the Counseling Center provides a 24-hour on-call service for sexual assault at (701) 231-7671. The campus police are also equipped to handle cases of rape, sexual assault, and abuse.
Understanding and utilizing these campus resources can significantly enhance the college experience, offering students crucial support in both academic and personal aspects of their lives. From fitness and recreational facilities to safety and mental health services, NDSU provides a range of tools designed to help students thrive. Familiarity with these resources ensures that students are well-equipped to navigate their college journey with confidence and support. More information about all the amenities on campus can be found on North Dakota State University’s website.