How Indian Hills Community College Created Quiet, Flexible Space with PrivacyPod S Pods
When colleges look for new ways to support students, privacy and focus often rise to the top of the list. Indian Hills Community College (IHCC) recently faced a familiar challenge—busy campus environments, limited enclosed rooms, and a growing need for quiet areas where students and staff could meet, study, or take virtual appointments without distraction.
To solve that problem quickly and without construction, IHCC installed four PrivacyPod S Pods, creating private, plug-and-play workspaces across their Ottumwa, Iowa campus. The pods were installed in just a few hours and were being used almost immediately.
Why IHCC Chose PrivacyPod
The college needed a solution that offered true privacy, fast installation, and reliable performance. The S Pod checked every box:
1. Acoustic Privacy for Calls, Tutoring, and Study
Each pod features a multi-layer acoustic wall system that keeps conversations inside the pod and reduces ambient noise—ideal for student meetings, virtual advising, and quiet study sessions.
2. Integrated Height-Adjustable Desk
Indian Hills opted for our integrated height-adjustable desk, allowing each user to choose their working position. From seated laptop work to quick standing sessions, the flexible workstation supports a range of student and staff needs.
3. Fabric Acoustic Back Wall
To create a warmer, more comfortable interior, IHCC included the fabric back wall upgrade. It improves sound absorption while adding visual softness to the booth.
4. Occupancy Lighting for Simple Use
When someone enters the pod, a built-in IR sensor automatically switches the occupancy light from green to red. The same sensor controls the interior lighting, turning it on when occupied and off when the pod is vacated—no switches to worry about, no energy wasted.
5. Fast Delivery and Professional Installation
The four pods were delivered and fully installed with our certified partner, Workspace Inc. Everything was assembled, placed, leveled, and tested in a matter of hours. As soon as the team wrapped up, the pods were ready for immediate use.
Immediate Campus Impact
According to Jill Budde, Vice President of Learning & Engagement at IHCC, the pods “look great and working well!” Within the first day, students were already using the pods for studying, quiet work, and virtual appointments.
The new spaces now support:
- Virtual advising and student success meetings
- Private phone and Zoom calls
- Distraction-free studying
- One-on-one conversations
- Quiet work for staff and faculty
For campuses with limited private rooms, phone booths and meeting pods offer an easy, scalable alternative to construction.
Pods Installed at Indian Hills Community College
- Quantity: 4 units
- Model: PrivacyPod S Pod
- Interior: Light grey felt interior
- Furniture: Integrated height-adjustable desk + stool
- Add-Ons: Fabric back wall, occupancy lights
Why More Colleges Are Turning to PrivacyPod
Higher-education environments are dynamic, fast-moving, and increasingly hybrid. Students and staff need private, flexible spaces that support modern learning and communication needs.
PrivacyPod offers:
- Turnkey installation in hours—not months
- Reliable acoustic privacy
- Premium materials designed for constant use
- A 3-year warranty and lifetime customer support
- Quick-Ship options for urgent campus projects
From libraries to student centers to administrative floors, schools across the U.S. are integrating office pods into their layouts to create quiet, comfortable spaces exactly where they’re needed.
Looking to Add Private Study or Meeting Pods on Your Campus?
If your school is planning new learning spaces or needs additional privacy without construction, we’re happy to help.
Reach out at sales@privacypod.ai or explore our full product lineup at PrivacyPod.
