“Today marks a solemn anniversary for the state of Arizona, as we remember the 19 brave men who gave their lives at Yarnell Hill two years ago. “These elite Granite Mountain Hotshots represented the very best of our state and our nation. We’ll never forget their service, nor take for granted their sacrifice. Our thoughts and prayers are with them every day, and continue to be with their families, the entire Yarnell community and all of the firefighters and first responders who risk their … [Read more...] about Anniversary of Yarnell Hill Fire
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NAU Changing Leadership
James Coleman, dean of the College of Humanities and Sciences at Virginia Commonwealth University, has been selected as the university’s next provost, President Rita Cheng announced today. “Jim’s broad background crosses multiple disciplines and his research focus makes him an excellent fit for provost. Perhaps more important, he shares our passion for transforming the lives of our students and meeting critical workforce needs for this state,” Cheng said. Pending approval by the Arizona … [Read more...] about NAU Changing Leadership
Mayor to Speak at ED Luncheon
Five mayors from around northern Arizona will headline the Arizona Association for Economic Development June northern Arizona luncheon, “Mayoral Economic Development Updates.” It will be held on Tuesday, June 30 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Yavapai College, 1100 E. Sheldon St. in Prescott. Mayors Diane Joens of Cottonwood, Jerry Nabours of Flagstaff, Marlin Kuykendall of Prescott, Sandy Moriarty of Sedona and John Moore of Williams, will share updates on northeastern Arizona’s economic … [Read more...] about Mayor to Speak at ED Luncheon
Local Nurses Among March of Dimes Nurse of the Year Finalists
The 2015 March of Dimes Nurse of the Year Awards finalists have been announced and many Northern Arizona Healthcare nurses are among them. Every year, nurses throughout Arizona are nominated for the March of Dimes Nurse of the Year, which includes 17 different nursing categories and celebrates nursing excellence, recognizing leaders in nursing from across the state. This year, 12 finalists in nine categories are from NAH. The winners will be announced at the 12th Annual Nurse of the Year … [Read more...] about Local Nurses Among March of Dimes Nurse of the Year Finalists
NAU Researcher Works to Save a Species
Later this summer and into early fall, tree-climbing crews will be using ropes to pull themselves up into 40, 60 even 80-foot tall Southwestern White Pine trees in Arizona’s high elevation mixed conifer forests. Researchers have only about a four-week window during the year when the tree’s pinecones are ripe to gather them for genetic research aimed at keeping these trees from dying out. The Southwestern White Pine is under attack from a parasite called the blister rust fungus. Kristen … [Read more...] about NAU Researcher Works to Save a Species
NAU Researchers Sniffing Out Factors for Understanding Staph
A Northern Arizona University professor and a team of researchers are seeking to better understand staph bacteria, information that could lead to reductions of the potentially lethal pathogen. The team studied samples from inside the nose, home to thousands of types of bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus. The microbes are usually harmless, but sometimes conditions promote the increased number of staph bacteria, which can lead to dangerous infections on the skin or inside the … [Read more...] about NAU Researchers Sniffing Out Factors for Understanding Staph
Augenstein to Discuss Tax Issues with Congress
Tax season is over, but for Jeff Augenstein and his team at Northern AZ Financial Services Company, the discussion does not stop after April 15. Augenstein and three other partners from his firm have been selected to participate in a congressional meeting in Washington D.C., taking place May 12-13. “The National Association of Enrolled Agents (NAEA) does a Fly-in Day in Washington D.C. every year,” Augenstein said. “Their entire membership – which is about 33,000 – can apply to be selected … [Read more...] about Augenstein to Discuss Tax Issues with Congress
NAU Among Top Green Colleges
Princeton Review recently released its annual Guide to Green Colleges, naming Northern Arizona University among the elite 353 schools committed to sustainability. In order to make the list, the schools had to demonstrate they were environmentally aware by proving student life is both healthy and sustainable, employment preparation in the clean-energy of the economy is actively passed onto students and environmentally responsible school policies are in place. NAU has 10 LEED certified … [Read more...] about NAU Among Top Green Colleges
Navajo Head Start desperately needing facility upgrades
Navajo Head Start serves roughly 2,200 children across the Navajo Nation. Most head start centers are utilizing facilities that are more than 30 years old. These outdated facilities are falling apart and are unsuitable for effective learning and educational development for children. NHS has recently undergone a restructuring plan to improve and expand early childhood development services. The program is focused on preparing children for K-12 education by developing literacy, science and math … [Read more...] about Navajo Head Start desperately needing facility upgrades
America’s Rib King Encourages Attendees: Never Give Up on Dreams
It was a morning devoted to looking ahead as a sold-out audience of more than 150 people filled a conference room at the High Country Conference Center to hear what presenting economic experts would predict at the tribal, state and local levels in Arizona for the economic year 2015. This new conference was designed as a spinoff of the annual Economic Outlook Conference, which is in its 39th year at Northern Arizona University, but had the added element of focusing on Native American economic … [Read more...] about America’s Rib King Encourages Attendees: Never Give Up on Dreams