NAU news
23Monday, Oct. 23, 2017
Research & Academics
NAU researcher Christopher Doughty discovers dinosaur dung fertilizes planet
Alamosaurus Dinosaur According to Doughty, large animals are important not for the quantity of dung they produce, but for their ability to move long distances across landscapes, effectively mixing the nutrients. But as today’s large animal populations dwindle, the environment too is at risk. READ MORE
Protecting future generations: NAU scientists study Arctic community’s exposure to toxic pollutants17 October
NAU professor earns grant to measure economic value of forest ecosystems13 October
Mommy and me: NAU researcher discovers parent trees may pass drought tolerance to offspring5 October
Funded by $21.4 million grant, new NAU research center will address health disparities across Southwest5 October
Campus & Community
‘More dreams made possible’—President Cheng discusses NAU’s success, goals at Campus Forum
Cheng-forum President Cheng highlighted research, mentoring and the work of faculty and staff in helping NAU's student population succeed in and out of the classroom. READ MORE
From ‘not sure’ to New Zealand: NAU senior finds her passion during internship halfway around the world11 October
Print art, tools or computer parts at NAU’s MakerLab (VIDEO)11 October
#DYK NAU Social is ranked No. 1 in the country? (VIDEO)5 October
More than 400 NAU students ‘Suited Up’ for success at inaugural event4 October
Happenings
NAU Bookstore hosts book-signing event for alumna during Homecoming week
Sedona book
Author and NAU alumna Lisa Schnebly Heidinger tells the story of her ancestor, Sedona Arabella Miller Schnebly, and how Sedona got its name. READ MORE
Homecoming 2017: Home is where the Lumberjacks are19 October
NAU holds annual Nighttime Safety Walk for students, faculty, staff11 October
Spots still available for float in NAU’s Homecoming Parade11 October
NAU professors to present community workshops about opioid use and overdose prevention11 October
Faculty & Staff
For National Day of Writing, NAU professor talks about writing her ‘big, crazy, complicated book’
Journalism faculty Annette McGivney started researching a brutal murder a decade ago. The more she learned, the more she and the book changed. READ MORE
NAU research technician trains laboratory staff in Australia19 October
NAU Homecoming Dedicatees 1936-201713 October
NAU’s assistant director of shuttle services named 2017 Homecoming Dedicatee11 October
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
Examining female terrorists Lori Poloni StaudingerPoloni-Staudinger: Women terrorists capture attention because they clash with socially constructed perceptions. Read More
The gift of Dale Carnegie Training Alex HayesHayes: A highlight in NAU's business college is the Dale Carnegie Training. Read More