The start of a new academic year is a reminder of the power of education. Our students start the semester full of dreams and ambitions, and through education, we prepare them to pursue those goals. Whether Lumberjacks join us in Flagstaff, Prescott Valley, Yuma, at a community campus around the state or online, we know each academic year is our chance to shape the future of Arizona. An education at NAU is especially powerful because of our connection to students. We provide a strong and … [Read more...] about Shaping Arizona’s Future
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CCC: A Place for the Learner in All of Us
I have always found that the beginning of each new academic semester brings with it a wonderful energy and excitement — and so it was with Coconino Community College on Monday, Aug. 26. Students were here bright and early to find their classrooms, and faculty and staff were at the door of the college to greet them. Amid the rush and the nervous giggles of a few, I could see the anticipation of things to come. Our students, and, indeed, our entire college community, have a new opportunity to … [Read more...] about CCC: A Place for the Learner in All of Us
Achieving Wabi-Sabi: The Art of Imperfection in Your Garden
When envisioning a garden, many people think the ideal is formal planting beds with perfect blooms orchestrated into an uncompromisingly symmetrical design – a mini-Versailles in their own backyards. But for several years, the trend has been to embrace a more casual feel, often described in the term “bed-head” gardening (as if your garden looked like your hair first thing in the morning before your styling ritual – a little ruffled, a bit messy, not shaped and … [Read more...] about Achieving Wabi-Sabi: The Art of Imperfection in Your Garden
Putting Education to Work
We have been listening to our communities throughout Coconino County and the message is clear: We need education and training that leads to jobs and helps improve lives and communities. We are proud of the “Community” in the name of our College, and the mission that goes along with being part of the community. Our mission, in addition to providing a variety of educational opportunities, includes providing certification training in relevant industries based on community needs and focuses on … [Read more...] about Putting Education to Work
Choosing a Rehab Facility
You or one of your family members are in the hospital following an injury, illness or surgery and the physician or surgeon says it’s time to leave the hospital but rehabilitation or additional care is needed before going home. Some conditions that may require short- or long-term care at a rehabilitation facility include stroke; disabling diseases such as Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis; brain and spinal cord injuries; orthopedic injuries or surgery; amputation; ventilator and breathing … [Read more...] about Choosing a Rehab Facility
Are Business Cards Dead?
I have had several people tell me that they don’t need business cards because everyone keeps contact information in their phones! Well, that may be a trend but does not seem to be pervasive yet. And besides, a business card is often the source for the information being stored in the phone. A well-thought-out business card goes beyond providing contact information. Business cards help form first and lasting impressions. When you are meeting a potential customer or client for the first … [Read more...] about Are Business Cards Dead?
Understanding How Medications Interact with Vitamins
Technology, science and research are offering a personalization powerhouse at our fingertips, including products made specifically for us delivered to our doorsteps. We wear personal fitness trackers to track our steps, sleep and heart rates. Personal trainers design fitness routines made just for us. We understand that our family history, lifestyle choices and even genetics are predictive of our health needs and this information is integrated into our health care plans. But with all of this … [Read more...] about Understanding How Medications Interact with Vitamins
Flagstaff’s Beautification Program
Route 66 trivia questions: What really big anniversary will occur in 2026? Which former First Lady may have inadvertently hastened the demise of small-town businesses along Route 66? Which American Master observed, “Route 66 is a giant chute down which everything loose in this country is sliding into California”? The economic importance of commemorating the history of Route 66 is recognized and taken advantage of by many cities and towns. Along with preserving Route 66 … [Read more...] about Flagstaff’s Beautification Program
Cruising on One of the Most Luxurious Ships
Regent Seven Seas Cruises have some of the most luxurious ships ever built. Each ship nestles you in the lap of pure luxury and is absolutely amazing. The furniture is custom designed. The flowers in each lounge have been carefully selected for their aesthetic presence and delicate scent to create the perfect ambiance. Even the work has been handpicked to encourage conversation and wonder. The fleet consists of four ships, with a fifth debuting in 2020. The public areas on board are never … [Read more...] about Cruising on One of the Most Luxurious Ships
Upcoming Suicide Prevention Conference Designed to Change Statistics
Suicide occurs across and within all socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural society. Suicide continues to be a leading cause of death in the U.S. and in Coconino County. In 2015 alone, Arizona averaged 17.2 suicide deaths per 100,000 people; Coconino County’s rate was 23.4 suicide deaths per 100,000 people; Navajo County was at 28.3 suicide deaths per 100,000 people. More painful numbers: o In the U.S.: It is estimated that 1 in 20 individuals contemplate suicide sometime in their lives; … [Read more...] about Upcoming Suicide Prevention Conference Designed to Change Statistics