As large bags of candy spill off shelves and children’s costumes fill store aisles, it is impossible to ignore the fact that Halloween is around the corner! In an increasingly complex world, however, it does not take a holiday to remind us of frightening things. There are diseases not yet cured, environmental and societal threats not yet identified and questions not yet answered. At NAU, the uncertainty is not a reason for fear; it is an inspiration and the foundation of our successful … [Read more...] about Research: Providing Answers to the Things That Frighten Us
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The Power of a New Beginning
There are few things as powerful as a new beginning. On a college campus, and in a college community, the buzz of anticipation around the start of a new academic year is contagious. The optimism of our students and the enthusiasm of our faculty and staff echo the promise of good things to come. NAU continues to thrive, and we are building on our strong foundation to achieve even greater accomplishments this academic year. We are strengthening our research programs to directly benefit our … [Read more...] about The Power of a New Beginning
NAU’s Legacy Leads Toward Forest Fire Prevention
Arizona’s forests are a state treasure, and they contribute to our quality of life in the high country. Every year during wildfire season, though, that treasure is under threat – a fact that we were reminded of this summer. We all agree on the need to keep our forests healthy, but attempts to prevent forest fires can sometimes lead to differing viewpoints on how to achieve that goal. That is why Northern Arizona University’s long-standing legacy of forest health research and leadership is … [Read more...] about NAU’s Legacy Leads Toward Forest Fire Prevention
Lumberjacks for Life: Building Lasting Connections
One of the true joys of the college experience is the friends you make along the way. Classmates enhance the celebrations, commiserate about the challenges, inform and expand the education of the journey toward a degree. At NAU, we believe that camaraderie should not be limited just to our students’ time on campus. So, we are taking our alumni experience to them, providing fun opportunities to connect with each other and share their love of helping others, professionally networking, trying … [Read more...] about Lumberjacks for Life: Building Lasting Connections
NAU: An Investment that Pays the Best Interest
Benjamin Franklin once said, “An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.” NAU’s success proves this to be true for our students, and for our state and local economies. Our university generates a $1.8 billion impact for Arizona each year, bringing research funding and jobs and creating the workforce of the future. The incredible success of our alumni is a living, enduring testament to the benefit of an investment in the NAU experience. There are many examples that prove … [Read more...] about NAU: An Investment that Pays the Best Interest
Strengthening NAU: For Students, Research, Community
The end of a year presents an opportunity for reflection. It’s a time to celebrate the success of a 12-month journey, and to plan for the future with bigger goals and programs that meet the needs of future students and economies. Those of us who love NAU have many things to celebrate as 2016 comes to a close. Last January, I wrote of possibilities in every direction and I predicted great things for NAU in 2016. We have surpassed even my own optimism. This year, we have strengthened the NAU … [Read more...] about Strengthening NAU: For Students, Research, Community
Lumberjacks Giving Thanks
Our thoughts turn to thankfulness as the colorful leaves and crisp mountain air of Flagstaff remind us that this year is coming to a close. What a year it has been! NAU has accomplished new goals, and laid paths to achieve even more. We are opening our doors to more students and working to enhance Arizona’s college achievement to create more jobs and opportunities. Our faculty and staff are winning more awards, drawing more investments into our university, and finding more ways to put NAU at … [Read more...] about Lumberjacks Giving Thanks
Welcoming Alumni and the Community to Homecoming
Whether you’re in college or it has been decades since your student days, Homecoming is a wonderful time to celebrate the student experience. At Northern Arizona University, we have much to celebrate this year. We have more than 30,000 dedicated students who have chosen to shape their future in our degree programs. We have a faculty team that is stronger than ever, and a dedicated staff that makes it possible to keep improving. We have more than 160,000 Lumberjack alumni, almost 100,000 of whom … [Read more...] about Welcoming Alumni and the Community to Homecoming
NAU Refreshes Messaging on Community Commitments, Educational Value
There are great things happening at Northern Arizona University, and we are shouting it from the rooftops – quite literally! On billboards, light poles and social media you can see updated photos and messages that broadcast our successes and our goals. We hope you enjoy the high-quality new images and strong statements, but we especially want you to understand the vision behind them. For more than a year, we have worked with thousands of our students, supporters and community leaders to … [Read more...] about NAU Refreshes Messaging on Community Commitments, Educational Value
NAU Working to Best Serve Students and Community
Each new academic year brings a special energy to NAU and the surrounding community. The possibilities seem endless! Our students are as excited as we are to begin the new year. They are ready to take on the challenges ahead, and we are eager to continue the pursuit of innovation and impact. We are fortunate to have an outstanding faculty with a deep commitment to educating students and advancing the university’s education and research mission. This year, we are pleased to welcome several … [Read more...] about NAU Working to Best Serve Students and Community