A nationally ranked liberal arts institution, Lake Forest College combines historic charm with modern innovation. Through a 60-year partnership, the College has enhanced student experience, strengthened security, and created a safer campus that supports learning today and is ready for the future.
Lake Forest College wanted a security environment that reflected its values. Students expect a campus that is connected, modern, and safe. Families want peace of mind. Faculty and staff want spaces that empower teaching and learning.
Working closely with Siemens, the College launched a comprehensive security modernization program across its historic campus. The goals were simple and ambitious: enhance safety and improve the daily experience for every person on campus.
The college is one of the premier higher education institutions in the country, and we're able to now talk to students and their families about what a safe and secure environment that they will be living, working, and studying.
The College identified a need to modernize security technologies, strengthen digital infrastructure, and ensure the campus experience kept pace with student expectations. Collaboration played a central role. Student government, IT, public safety, facilities leadership, and the Board of Trustees all helped shape the solution.
This shared effort reflects the College’s commitment to student-centered planning and Siemens long-standing role as a trusted partner and technology advisor.
— Marisue Lacher, Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees
Lake Forest College and Siemens together deployed a unified, campus-wide security solution designed around how students live and learn to ultimately improve situational awareness, strengthen response capabilities, and create an exceptional campus experience.
— Ravi Agarwal, Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer
Today, students describe a campus where daily movement feels easier and safer. Public safety teams have improved visibility. IT teams gain secure platforms that evolve with the institution. Faculty and staff feel supported in a workplace designed for safety and reliability.
With modern security technologies in place, Lake Forest College is ready to take the next step in its digital transformation. The College plans to advance its platform with Building X Security Manager, which will unify security data and integrate campus building systems for deeper insight and future growth.
