Meet Leadership Team and Central Staff

We’re dedicated to serving you during your time at NIU. As we work to support the mission of the university and the Division of Student Affairs, we’ll do everything we can to help you succeed. You can count on us to be your advocates and supporters as you strive to make the most of your college experience.

Senior Leadership

Clint-Michael Reneau, Ph.D.
Vice President for Student Affairs
Altgeld Hall 208
creneau@niu.edu

Kelly Olson
Assistant Vice President for Student Development, Dean of Students 
Altgeld Hall 208
kolson9@niu.edu

Rachel Boldman, Ed.D.
Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs
Peters Campus Life Building 150
rboldman@niu.edu

Michaela Holtz
Executive Director of Strategy, Impact and Academic Partnerships
Altgeld Hall 208
mholtz@niu.edu

Jennifer Manning
Executive Director for Holmes Student Center
Holmes Student Center 607
manning@niu.edu

Daniel Koenen
Executive Director for Campus Dining Services
Neptune East 216B
dkoenen@niu.edu

Dan Pedersen
Executive Director for Housing and Residential Services
Neptune East 151
dpedersen2@niu.edu

Latisha Newman
Executive Director of Budget, Financial Analysis and Human Resources
Holmes Student Center 133
lnewman@niu.edu

Central Office

Taylor Anderson
Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs
Altgeld Hall 208
815-753-1573
tanderson1@niu.edu

Mike Kuba
Director, Information Technology
Neptune North B22
815-753-5322
mkuba@niu.edu