NAU news
20Friday, Jul. 20, 2018
Research & Academics
‘In it for the animals:’ NAU snake researcher talks about myths vs. reality around snakes
rattlesnake Herpetologist Erika Nowak is one of the leading experts on the endangered narrow-headed gartersnakes and was one of the first woman scientists to study rattlesnakes 30 years ago, paving the way for an influx of women since. READ MORE
For Moon Day, learn how NAU researchers are advancing our understanding of Earth’s nearest celestial neighbor19 July
Citizen-scientist study results find ticks capable of carrying lyme disease in 83 additional U.S. counties12 July
NAU geologist studies ‘super-eruption’ of ancient Italian volcano2 July
NAU team receives $2.6 million grant to train, mentor Native American students in STEM disciplines27 June
Campus & Community
President Cheng joins U.S. delegation to explore bilateral collaboration in Israel
President Cheng in Israel She was part of the American Jewish Council's Project Interchange delegation, which spent a week exchanging ideas on innovation and learning. READ MORE
NAU-sponsored Crooked Figure Theatre Company announces summer season in Mayer, Sedona26 June
Online opportunity: Alum talks about his life-changing decision to earn a master’s degree from NAU Online20 June
NAU creates new College of Engineering, Informatics, and Applied Sciences to respond to growing demand (VIDEO)14 June
President Cheng highlights NAU’s efforts in reducing degree gap in remarks to Phoenix-area civic leaders7 June
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
Feeling stressed? Twenty minutes of meditation could be what you need5 June
American Legion hosts Memorial Day weekend events for Flagstaff, NAU communities24 May
Participate in Bike to School and Work Week May 20 – 2510 May
‘Develop U’ at NAU’s annual Employee Development Day9 May
Faculty & Staff
NAU students, faculty participate in annual Geological Society of America meeting in Flagstaff
The Geological Society of America Logo Dozens of Northern Arizona University faculty and students participated in the annual regional Geological Society of America Rocky Mountain/Cordilleran Joint Sectional meeting, held in Flagstaff in May. READ MORE
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