Student Affairs is deeply integrated into the College, centering student development and evolving to meet changing needs. Through a holistic co-curricular approach, we foster growth, curiosity, accountability, intellectual inquiry, and engagement. We empower students to thrive as responsible, well-rounded members of their communities.
Aligned with the College’s mission and values, Student Affairs supports students in cultivating curiosity, intellectual inquiry, accountability, and meaningful engagement. 
Meet our Student Affairs Leadership Staff:
In order by rank (suborder by last name)
Mfon Nwabuoku - Associate Dean of Students and Director of Residence Life
mnwabuoku@lakeforest.edu | (847) 735-6110
Cassie Goodpaster - Assistant Dean of Students and Director of the Gates Center
cgoodpaster@lakeforest.edu | +1 (847) 735-5211
Mary Grigar - Assistant Dean of Students and Director of the Health and Wellness Center
mgrigar@lakeforest.edu | +1 (847) 735-5242
Sandra Ortiz - Director of International Student Services
sortiz@lakeforest.edu | +1 (847) 735-5202
Chris King - Director of Public Safety
cking@lakeforest.edu | +1 (847) 735-5213
Aurora Rivera - Mail Services Site Manager
arivera@lakeforest.edu | +1 (847) 735-5307
Administration
- Senior Leadership Team
- Board of Trustees
- Our Forester Future
- Campus Life
- Campus Conduct Hotline