Western Michigan University is committed to supporting lactating, breastfeeding, and bottle-feeding caregivers on campus. Recognizing the crucial role that proper nutrition plays in the health and well-being of both caregivers and children, Western provides a variety of lactation rooms and resources to make child feeding as comfortable and convenient as possible while on campus.
Lactation Rooms
Discover the spaces for nursing mothers on Western Michigan University's campus. Below is a guide to the designated and readily accessible lactation spaces that provide comfort, privacy and amenities for lactating mothers. To ensure the availability of the room and amenities, it is advisable to contact the location beforehand, as each space is equipped differently to support breastfeeding.
College of Health and Human Services
Contact: Jasmine Mead— 269-387-8468
Location: 4th Floor, Room 4097
Room Set Up: Suite 2475 – Small conference space: couch, table and chair; room is locked – key required
Dunbar Hall
Contact: Michael Worline — 269-387-4576
Location: 1404 and 2501
Room Set Up: First-come-first-served; Private room with rocking chair, coat hanger, table, lamp, and foot rest.
Friedmann Hall
Contact: Christina Oberheim — 269-387-5681
Location: 3308 Friedmann Hall
Room Set Up: Political Science Department has made a lactation room available to graduate students, staff, and faculty “upon request."
Knauss Hall
Contact: 269-387-5684
No formal location; however, if requested a small room would be made available if possible
Lee Honors College
Contact: Jennifer Townsend—269-387-3901
Alternate location; small study space w/individual access (only); can be used as a wellness/lactation space as needed; request a key for access
Moore Hall
Contact: 269-387-2505
Location: 3rd Floor, Room 3075
Room Set Up: Lactation/Family space—Private room with window (w/shade), table, chair, lamp, phone, refrigerator and child friendly area. Key available upon request.
New Student Center
Contact: Paul Terzino, Director — 269-387-4860
Location: Room 3218
Room Set Up: Plans for a Lactation/Wellness Room
Rood Hall
Contact: Christine Thomas — 269-387-5486
Location: 3rd Floor, Room 3342
Room Set Up: Small private room with lamp, mirror, table, chair, rug; key access – w/approval key can be checked out for semester
Sangren Hall
Contact: Christie Chambers— 269-387-2082
Location: 1st Floor
Room Set Up: Availability upon request; Private areas for use with door hanger, do not disturb signs, table, chair, light.
Schneider Hall
Contact: Cyntia Dawson— 269-387-5069
Location: Second Floor, Room 2129
Room Set Up: Small repurposed room; chair, end table, sink, refrigerator, dish soap, and bottle brushes; key access – w/approval key provided for the semester
Sindecuse Health Center
Lactation Space: Private office near the lobby (Room 2189) available on request. There is an office chair, a side chair with arms, and desk or table space.
Mind Spa: The Mind Spa is a space designed to help students develop and practice the relaxation skills that will enhance their academic productivity and their sense of well-being. It is not a private space, but a shared quiet room that some people may find peaceful.
Trimpe Building
Contact: Enedelia Cruz— 269-387-6340
Location: Rooms 1007 and 1320
Room Set Up: Small space with table and couch; located in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion
Wood and Haenicke Halls
Contact: Amanda Hoger — 269-387-2716
Location: 2104 (key pickup 3932)