Envisioning an anticipated $15 million expansion of the Northern Arizona University Performing and Fine Arts Center as a “…cultural front door to the main university campus,” President Rita Cheng announced a new vision for the NAU School of Music. Speaking before almost 200 supporters of music during a special late February event at the renowned Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix, Cheng told invited guests, “This is an important time in the School of Music's evolution growth. The facility … [Read more...] about NAU Reaching New Octaves with Multi-Million Dollar Sound of Music
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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
NAU Intercollegiate Athletics Vice President Honored
Northern Arizona University Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics Lisa Campos is on "Flagstaff's 20 Under 40" list. The award, presented by the Arizona Daily Sun and Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce, honors local business and professional leaders who have achieved success and excelled in their field before the age of 40. "I am very honored to have been selected for this award and humbled to be among the other recipients who represent the strength of this community," said … [Read more...] about NAU Intercollegiate Athletics Vice President Honored
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
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 President Emeritus Dr. Eugene Hughes receives CCC Distinguished Service Award
Northern Arizona University President Emeritus Dr. Eugene Hughes has been selected as the 2016 recipient of the prestigious Distinguished Service Award at Coconino Community College. "Dr. Hughes' strong sense of service to the community and his steadfast belief in the power of education encouraged the founding of CCC and helped make the College what it is today," said CCC President Colleen A. Smith, Ph.D. "I am honored and proud to be able to present the CCC Distinguished Service Award to … [Read more...] about NAU President Emeritus Dr. Eugene Hughes receives CCC Distinguished Service Award
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
Education as a Pathway to Pursuing Possibilities
In Flagstaff, we are thoroughly enjoying the peak of summer. More than any other time of year, this is the month that our minds turn to the celebration of freedom and the legacy of our nation’s dedication to a dream. We benefit from the early Americans’ vision – a vision that shapes the liberty we enjoy today. Freedom from limits on creativity and doubt that harm the pursuit of the possible, and freedom to learn, to pursue, to build on new ideas and beliefs. Freedom is the core of the success of … [Read more...] about Education as a Pathway to Pursuing Possibilities
Summertime is Full of Activity at NAU
It’s finally summer in the high country! Our Northern Arizona University commencement festivities in May kicked off the season with pomp and ceremony. Commencement brings out the best in all of us, and we are grateful to our community for welcoming so many visitors who came to celebrate the more than 4,900 graduates. As we send our new alumni into their professional lives, those of us on campus turn our attention to the busy days of summer season. There are those who believe colleges are a … [Read more...] about Summertime is Full of Activity at NAU