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Mayville State SEA members who participated in the literacy project are pictured from left to right: Faculty advisor Dr. Ann Willeson, Samantha Berger, Eve Galster, Grace Wangler, Hannah Dahl, Hannah Pilon, and Madison Heller.

January 17, 2026

Mayville State University’s Student Education Association (SEA) has been highlighted in the ND United Voices 2025 Year in Review publication, recognizing the group’s outstanding early literacy initiative. The feature spotlights the Student Education Association’s commitment to strengthening early childhood learning and supporting the educators who serve young learners every day.

The Mayville State SEA led a meaningful project in partnership with the university’s Child Development Programs last fall. Their work focused on promoting early literacy and social‑emotional learning by identifying, purchasing, and distributing age‑appropriate books for children enrolled at the CDP, as well as their teachers. The chosen books centered on the theme of kindness, aligning with one of the program’s core values in early childhood education.

The recognition in ND United Voices underscores the meaningful impact Mayville State students are making within their campus community and beyond. Their work reflects the university’s long‑standing commitment to service, leadership, and preparing future educators who are ready to make a difference.

Mayville State University celebrates the SEA students whose dedication and creativity helped enrich the learning experience for children and educators alike. Mayville State SEA members who were involved in the project are Macy Majer, Madison Heller, Grace Wangler, Hannah Pilon, Hannah Dahl, Samantha Berger, and Eve Galster. The group is advised by Professor of Education, Dr. Ann Willeson.

See the ND United publication at https://ndunited.org/news-media-center/united-voices/publications/past-issues/2025-ndu-year-review.