U.S. News & World Report has recognized several programs in Northern Arizona University’s Graduate College. NAU’s physical therapy program ranked 40th in the country in the Best Grad Schools for 2017 publication. Other programs on the list of rankings include NAU’s Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Biological Sciences, the College of Education and the School of Nursing. “I am delighted, though not at all surprised, that our graduate programs are receiving … [Read more...] about NAU’s Grad Programs Recognized by ‘US News & World Report’
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Jitters Journey Travels Full Circle
When Reggie and Sharlene Fouser opened Jitters Gourmet Coffee, they set out to create a place where locals gather and tourists are welcome. The first Jitters opened in May 1997 in the Santa Fe Plaza on East Route 66. The location offered easy access and plenty of parking, and most importantly to the Fousers, was located on the east side of Flagstaff. Jitters soon become known for its mochas, lattes, flavored sodas and one-of-a-kind sandwiches and salads, especially the Szechuan pasta salad, … [Read more...] about Jitters Journey Travels Full Circle
Winning Friends and Influencing People at NAU
Before Alex Hayes began Dale Carnegie training at Northern Arizona University, he said remembering names was difficult. Now when he meets new people, he focuses on techniques that make it easier to recall individuals’ names in the future. “It’s about relationships. You have to make connections with people to be a good leader,” said Hayes, who is looking at leadership in a new way as he prepares to graduate from the W. A. Franke College of Business in May. Dale Carnegie was a well-known … [Read more...] about Winning Friends and Influencing People at NAU
A Shift Coming to Downtown Flagstaff
After their wedding in September 2015, Dara and Joe Rodgers wanted to kick off their marriage with a slight change in direction – a kind of shift. When it opens its doors in April, that change will have manifested in Shift, their new restaurant in the historic Babbitt Building downtown. “We really wanted to dive right in to life with the wedding and opening a restaurant,” explained Dara, who is originally from Boulder, Colorado. ”We both felt we were ready for a change in our … [Read more...] about A Shift Coming to Downtown Flagstaff
Next Generation Leading Mountain Sports Flagstaff
She has been a sternman for a lobster fisherman, river running cook, mountain bike guide, ski instructor, Montessori teacher and self-proclaimed card-carrying gypsy. But the role that is in Lisa Lamberson’s blood is that of an outdoor shop owner. On March 1, Lamberson took the lead at Mountain Sports Flagstaff. Her father and company founder, Mark Lamberson, will remain involved as consultant and bookkeeper. “I am thrilled to be able to continue our family’s dedication to outdoor pursuits and … [Read more...] about Next Generation Leading Mountain Sports Flagstaff
Major Weatherford Hotel Restoration Project Beginning
Restoration work to add more structural support to the three-story, century-old Weatherford Hotel is scheduled to begin tomorrow. The latest phase to return the historic building to its original grandeur will include removing the second floor mezzanine and returning the 19-foot-high ceiling to the lobby; creating a first-floor hotel room and office; and adding five more hotel rooms on the second floor bringing the grand total to 17. During the next two months, the hotel will continue to serve … [Read more...] about Major Weatherford Hotel Restoration Project Beginning
Next Generation Leading Mountain Sports Flagstaff
Growing up skiing, backpacking and mountain biking on the San Francisco Peaks, Lisa Lamberson has always wanted to own a ski shop. Beginning March 1, her dream becomes a reality as she heads up Mountain Sports Flagstaff and carries on the family tradition of promoting active, outdoor lifestyles. Her father and company founder Mark Lamberson will remain involved as consultant and bookkeeper. “I am thrilled to be able to continue our family’s dedication to outdoor pursuits and to the Flagstaff … [Read more...] about Next Generation Leading Mountain Sports Flagstaff
NAU joins national effort to transform the first-year experience
Northern Arizona University has been selected to participate in a national initiative designed to help students thrive during their first year. NAU, alongside 43 other state colleges and universities, joined the American Association of State Colleges and Universities three-year project titled “Re-imagining the First Year of College,” which aims to transform the freshman experience. According to AASCU, students are more likely to drop out during their first year than at any other point in … [Read more...] about NAU joins national effort to transform the first-year experience
Businesses Gaining from NAU Students’ Marketing Research
While the term “win-win” may seem a bit passé these days, here is a situation in which it applies perfectly. At Northern Arizona University, two classes are offered that help businesses with very effective marketing plans for free and help students take what they have learned from their marketing classes to apply in real business situations. Win-win. “There are two NAU classes that I teach. One is strategic marketing [and] the other is marketing research. Both lend themselves to … [Read more...] about Businesses Gaining from NAU Students’ Marketing Research
Battling Stress
Unless we purposely seek out high-risk endeavors, most of us lead lives far calmer than our predecessors. We likely go to jobs where we sit for most of the day, and return home, possibly to families, where we also likely sit for long periods. For bodies and minds that evolved to endure great danger, modern life should be a cakewalk. Yet, across fields, healthcare professionals are battling the effects of stress-related pain or disorders from clients with a wide variety of lifestyles. Three … [Read more...] about Battling Stress