Faculty & Staff

President’s Cabinet notes: April 3, 2019

April 5, 2019 by Heidi Toth Leave a Comment

April 5, 2019

President Rita Cheng welcomed university leaders and guests to the cabinet meeting Wednesday before jumping into the agenda, which included presentations about several initiatives NAU is undertaking to achieve the university’s goals and strategic plan.

Vice President of Capital Planning and Campus Operations Dan Okoli introduced Matthew Muchna, the new manager of the Office of Sustainability, and project manager Andrew Iacona, highlighting that NAU has shifted from a university with some sustainability programs to a leader that… Read more

Exemplary employees recognized with President’s Achievement Award

April 4, 2019 by Maya Hall 1 Comment

Eight Northern Arizona University employees were recognized for their dedication to both their professional roles and the overall mission, goals and values of NAU as recipients of the President’s Achievement Award.

Considered the highest staff recognition by the university, the President’s Achievement Award recognizes those in the NAU community who help promote a positive workplace and exceed in their positions. Recipients were nominated by either peers or supervisors and awarded with $1,000 and recognition from President… Read more

Nominate outstanding service professionals for SPAC’s Annual Leadership Award

April 4, 2019 by Tallie Valverde Leave a Comment

April 4, 2019

The Service Professional Advisory Council is accepting nominations for outstanding service professionals who have contributed to the Northern Arizona University community for its Annual Leadership Award.

Nominees for the award must have made a contribution in at least two of the following:

Creativity in leadership
Going above and beyond the usual assignments
Outstanding efforts on behalf of NAU
Outcomes from leadership in projects, events, committees or other areas
Being role model and mentor for others
Demonstrated involvement with students and programs
Demonstrated outstanding service to… Read more

Deadline nears for Sustainable Leadership Awards nominations

March 28, 2019 by Maya Hall Leave a Comment

March 28, 2019

The Environmental Caucus at Northern Arizona University works to promote conservation education, innovative research and sustainable operations in relation to their commitment to a green campus. Each year, individuals who have made tremendous efforts toward their own green initiatives are recognized through the Sustainable Leadership Awards—and someone you know could be the next recipient!

The deadline for nominations for the Sustainable Leadership Awards is April 3. Categories include NAU Graduate Student, NAU… Read more

ASNAU seeks nominations for the Louie Awards

March 14, 2019 by Tallie Valverde Leave a Comment

Know someone in the Northern Arizona University community who has done an outstanding job on campus? Now is your chance to nominate them for the Louie Awards.

The Louie Awards recognize students, faculty and staff who have made an impact on the NAU community and didn’t get recognition for it. Nominations for the awards are currently being accepted by the Associated Students of Northern Arizona University.

Nominations are submitted online and are due at 5 p.m. March 25. People… Read more

Share your skills during NAU’s 2019 Employee Development Day

March 13, 2019 by Maya Hall Leave a Comment

March 13, 2019

Employee Development Day at Northern Arizona University is back, and organizers are looking forward to another successful year.

The annual event intends to remind employees that being a lifelong learner is essential in responding to many changes that create an impact, both in and outside of work. Workshops will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 22, focusing on encouraging growth, development and inspiration on both the personal and professional… Read more