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NAU repeats its record with three Goldwater Scholars

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April 30, 2019

For the second year in a row, three Northern Arizona University students have been named national Goldwater Scholars.

Christopher Keefe, a sophomore studying computer science and biology; Kyle Ghaby, a junior in chemistry and biomedical science; and Megan Gialluca, a sophomore studying physics and astronomy, received this recognition, which is the most prestigious award in the U.S. for undergraduate students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. 

“Congratulations to the students and their mentors, who exemplify the Lumberjack spirit of discovery… Read more

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President Cheng honored among 100 notable alumni by Temple University

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April 26, 2019

President Rita Cheng has been honored as one of 100 notable alumni by her alma mater, Temple University’s Fox School of Business, as part of its centennial celebration.

Cheng, who received her Ph.D. in business management from the Philadelphia university in 1988, came to Northern Arizona University five years ago with a goal of making a college education accessible and affordable for any student who wanted to receive one. She cited her early experiences—being the first in her family of Wisconsin dairy farmers to go… Read more

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NAU Summer Bug Camp back again (VIDEO)

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April 24, 2019

The Colorado Plateau Museum of Arthropod Biodiversity at Northern Arizona University is hosting the 13th annual Summer Bug Camp in June and July. Children ages six to 10 (exceptions possible for older children who love bugs) will learn about insect history and biodiversity through activities such as collecting insects, building their own bugs and preparing and sharing insect cuisine with invited family and friends. Two weeklong sessions will be held at Willow Bend Environmental Education Center… Read more

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Join NAU in our inaugural Giving Day on May 1

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NAU is holding its inaugural Giving Day on May 1—the anniversary of the day Arizona State College officially became Northern Arizona University.

The campaign is an opportunity for Lumberjacks in Flagstaff and throughout the world to celebrate their university. Students, alumni and family are encouraged to wear their Lumberjack gear, donate to their favorite NAU area and share their Lumberjack love on social media with #NAUGivingDay.

“On NAU’s inaugural Giving Day, the Lumberjack family will come together in a 24-hour celebration of the Lumberjack spirit of generosity,” said Rickey… Read more

Institute for Human Development to conduct research project on barriers to voting for people with disabilities

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April 24, 2019

On election day, what prevents you from casting your ballot? Whether it is getting time off work, arranging transportation to the polling place or ensuring that one’s vote-by-mail ballot is received in time, every voting citizen must negotiate certain obstacles to participate in our democracy. How does a citizen’s ability to participate in elections change if one lives every day with disabilities that impact their lives?

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President Cheng discusses five years of outreach, accomplishments and student success in Campus Forum

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April 19, 2019

President Rita Cheng discussed the progress she’s seen in the last five years and how the strategic plan is helping to move Northern Arizona University forward at the spring 2019 campus forum on Thursday. She also talked about faculty, staff and student accomplishments, discussed increased community outreach and was joined by a special guest—a Starship delivery robot, representing one of the more visible changes to campus.

“The more successful we are, the more Flagstaff, Arizona, the nation and the… Read more

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