NIU Vice Provost Earl “Gip” Seaver announced five appointments on Thursday, the university stated.

Elizabeth Tovar, from Ohio State University, will serve as the director of the Student-Athletic Academic Support Services. Michelle Pickett will serve as the director of the Academic Advising Center. Christopher Jones will serve as associate vice provost for University Honors. Janice Hamlet will serve as the coordinator of Academic Diversity Programs. Jerome Bowers will serve as coordinator of Teacher Certification.

“All of these individuals bring considerable experience to these leadership positions,” Seaver said. “We are fortunate to have been able to attract leadership and enthusiasm to these positions. Please join me welcoming these individuals to the Office of the Vice Provost.”