NAU news
16Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018
Research & Academics
Warmer temperatures lengthen growing season, increase plants’ vulnerability to frost, NAU researcher finds
Andrew Richardson PhenoCam Ecologist Andrew Richardson used his camera network to track the counterintuitive effects that climate change has on forests throughout the country. READ MORE
NAU undergrad research examines role of soil fungi in pinyon pine survival during record drought2 August
NAU School of Art launches New Media Art Degree Emphasis31 July
Think twice before moving to Mars—NAU planetary scientist refutes terraforming in NASA study30 July
Lost and found literature: NAU professor translates ancient Manichean papyrus manuscript24 July
Campus & Community
Warming the community: NAU’s garden provides firewood to those in need
stacks of wood When trees needed to be cut down to accommodate a new Southwest Experimental Garden Array, instead of disposing of them, NAU partnered with Wood for Winter Warmth, a Sunnyside Neighborhood Association program that provides free firewood to elderly and low-income residents of northern Arizona. READ MORE
Mobile app brings real-time tracking to NAU shuttles2 August
NAU team facilitates joint agreement for cooperative stewardship of Canyon de Chelly31 July
One year in, NAU Teachers Academy educating students where they work and live31 July
Trash to treasure: NAU’s composting machine turning food waste into fertilizer (VIDEO)20 July
Happenings
NAU Summer Seminar Series gives Flagstaff way to spend long summer nights
Summer Seminar Series logo placed over image of beach
Professors cover a wide breadth of topics, including international and American politics, environmental issues and advancements in virtual reality, in this series, which is open to the public. READ MORE
NAU holds annual Nighttime Safety Walk for students, faculty, staff11 October
Faculty & Staff
NAU implementing two-step verification to prevent data, payroll theft
NAU ITS Two-Step Verification is a security measure that requires two factors to verify your identity online. These factors include something you know (your password) and something you have (your mobile device or hardware token). READ MORE
Parking permits for 2018-19 academic year available for purchase online3 August
NAU students, faculty participate in annual Geological Society of America meeting in Flagstaff19 June
Scholarships available to NAU faculty, staff and alumni for Coder Camps boot camp27 March
Classified Staff Advisory Council at NAU holds winter clothing drive11 October
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Blogs
INSIGHTS & REFLECTIONS FROM ACROSS CAMPUS
Traditional versus electronic toys Anna SosaSosa: Trading electronics for traditional toys and books may boost early language development. Read More
One NAU expert’s opinion: What you should and should not be eating to be healthier colorful fruits and vegetablesNorthern Arizona University dietitian and health educator Megan Anderson breaks down new trends on what you should and should not try this year to help you be healthier. Read More
Examining female terrorists Lori Poloni StaudingerPoloni-Staudinger: Women terrorists capture attention because they clash with socially constructed perceptions. Read More