The NDSU Counseling Center has been re-accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services Inc., an Alexandria, Va., based organization of United States, Canadian and Australian counseling agencies. The center was evaluated by IACS and was found to offer reliable, high-quality professional services to its clientele. Approval by IACS also is dependent on evidence of continuing professional development and demonstrating counseling performance excellence.

The center, directed by Bill Burns, offers individual, group and couples counseling focused on personal-emotional issues, academic skills, career concerns and issues related to use of alcohol and other drugs. The center serves NDSU undergraduate and graduate students.

IACS was established in 1972 to encourage and aid counseling agencies meet high professional standards through peer evaluation and to inform the public about competent and reliable counseling services.