Beyoncé Bahe works in a lab

NAU senior wins national Udall Undergraduate Scholarship

Amanda Nemec and husband in front of a Boeing helicopter

Lumberjack Lifestyles

On International Women in Engineering Day, get advice from an NAU alum

Don't be afraid to share your opinion or ask questions. Cultivate a support system. Figure out what you want and choose your career path accordingly. For International Women in Engineering Day on June 23, Boeing engineering Amanda Nemec, who graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering in 2001, shares lessons and advice she's picked up (and given) throughout her career.

Dorrance scholars standing together.

Campus & Community

NAU welcoming 20 Dorrance Scholars to the Class of 2026

In addition to receiving financial assistance, Dorrance Scholars participate in a pre-college summer bridge program and a humanities summer program. They also have the opportunity for international study and travel and innovative entrepreneurship experience, as well as mentoring and tutoring.

Old jar held while students sift through trash

Research & Academics

One man’s trash is an archaeologist’s treasure

A century ago, the Apex logging camp outside of Tusayan was bustling with more than 100 men working on the Grand Canyon railroad. Today, the activity looks a little different. Archaeologist Emily Dale, her TA and six students are spending the month of June unearthing remains from the camp, piecing together the puzzle that is the logging camp. Dale's favorite find so far? Part of a radio from 1926.

Research & Academics

NSF CAREER award supports computer scientist’s ongoing quest to achieve digital equity

Learn how NAU assistant professor Morgan Vigil-Hayes will use a prestigious award from the National Science Foundation to measure broadband coverage among rural, low-income and tribal populations.

Jason Ladner looks at material in a test tube

Shedding light on reptilian health: Researchers investigate origins of snake fungal disease in U.S.

A study from assistant professor Jason Ladner used genetic sequencing of 82 strains of Ophidiomyces ophiodiicola and found there were likely multiple introductions of the fungus from other countries. Knowing where the disease came from should help scientists figure out how to best manage it in the wild.

Michelle Mack doing research among trees

When and where will forests reburn? NAU team wins $900K NASA grant to better identify vulnerable forests in the north

In many regions, climate change is causing forests to burn more frequently than they have for hundreds or thousands of years. But some forests reburn on a faster timeline and others don’t. Learning about when and where certain forests burn again within a few decades could hold important clues for both local communities and scientists preparing for a fierier global future. A team of Ecoss researchers has received a $900,000 grant from NASA to learn about these reburns in the boreal forest by matching satellite and LIDAR aerial images with measurements taken on the ground.

Campus & Community

Children standing together.

NAU administering Higher Education Child Care Project

Northern Arizona University is implementing the Higher Education Child Care Project, designed to assist student-parents with children 12 and under, by granting reimbursements for child care expenses.

Dorrance scholars standing together.

NAU welcoming 20 Dorrance Scholars to the Class of 2026

In addition to receiving financial assistance, Dorrance Scholars participate in a pre-college summer bridge program and a humanities summer program. They also have the opportunity for international study and travel and innovative entrepreneurship experience, as well as mentoring and tutoring.

Beyoncé Bahe works in a lab

NAU senior wins national Udall Undergraduate Scholarship

Beyoncé Bahe took advantage of every opportunity she could when she got to NAU—undergraduate research, studying abroad, being a peer mentor. She's picked up a couple of prestigious national honors along the way, including her latest accomplishment—the Udall Undergraduate Scholarship, which recognizes students preparing for careers in the environment, tribal public policy or Native health care.

Lumberjack Features

Cooking has never BEAN better

Just like the childhood rhyme suggests, beans truly are a magical fruit—they’re high in protein, fiber, iron, calcium and potassium, and, as a bonus: low in fat! For National Bean Lovers Day on July 3, here are five healthy, easy, tried and true recipes that will surely satisfy the whole family.

A man sitting in a chair.

Why sitting is so harmful and tips for adding movement back in our day

Many of us spend the majority of our days sitting—whether it be in front of our computers for school and work, relaxing on the couch or at the table for dinner. The lack of movement can be detrimental to short term and long-term health, even if you exercise. Hear from Dr. Stephanie Garrison on easy ways to get movement back into your day.

Amanda Nemec and husband in front of a Boeing helicopter

On International Women in Engineering Day, get advice from an NAU alum

Don't be afraid to share your opinion or ask questions. Cultivate a support system. Figure out what you want and choose your career path accordingly. For International Women in Engineering Day on June 23, Boeing engineering Amanda Nemec, who graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering in 2001, shares lessons and advice she's picked up (and given) throughout her career.