Research & Academics
Two grad students earn research recognition from the Department of Energy
Ph.D. students John Dallyn and Raina Fitzpatrick were among the 87 graduate students nationwide selected for the Office of Science's Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program. Both will have the opportunity to do research at prestigious national laboratories, taking on questions that are at the forefront of discovery and innovation. 
Research & Academics
Putting the care in teaching
College of Education graduate Megan Norrish was destined to be a teacher—her father was one, she was voted "most likely to become a teacher” in high school and she loved helping friends with schoolwork. But arguably most importantly, she cares deeply for her students and the success of the next generation. “So much good in the world can happen if we just take some time to care about those who will run it.” 
Campus & Community
How one NAU grad aims to use small but impactful ways to effect change
Four years ago, Brianne Kanu desperately needed a career change. She'd just had a baby and found herself missing all of his firsts because she was at work. She wanted a career that allowed her to make a difference in the world. She found NAU's school psychology program, and spent three years studying, research, advocating and working in public schools, surrounded by people who were committed to equity and justice for all students. It's an ethos that will be a part of her career going forward as well, driven in part by the experiences she had in school. “There were so many times in my life when I felt like I had a purpose, I just wasn’t quite sure what it was. Being at NAU, I felt so seen and accepted by the people around me.” Campus & Community
A role model in astronomy for students of color
Malik Bossett discovered his love of science and astronomy all on his own, and at an early age. As one of only a few people of color in his high school astronomy club, he realized his passion for science reached far beyond the stars, he wanted to be the astronomy figure he never had—a Black one. He hopes to introduce kids of color to STEM fields at an early age and continue to diversify a notoriously White field a study. How one NAU grad aims to use small but impactful ways to effect change
Four years ago, Brianne Kanu desperately needed a career change. She'd just had a baby and found herself missing all of his firsts because she was at work. She wanted a career that allowed her to make a difference in the world. She found NAU's school psychology program, and spent three years studying, research, advocating and working in public schools, surrounded by people who were committed to equity and justice for all students. It's an ethos that will be a part of her career going forward as well, driven in part by the experiences she had in school. “There were so many times in my life when I felt like I had a purpose, I just wasn’t quite sure what it was. Being at NAU, I felt so seen and accepted by the people around me.” 
Bike to work week breakfast
The Flagstaff Biking Organization is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Flagstaff Bike Month with a series of events throughout May. The highlight of the celebration is the Bike To Work Week Breakfast event, sponsored by the Transportation Action Team and University Transit Services and will take place on May 17th from 6:30 – 9 a.m. outside Union Point. The event will feature a variety of food and free bike registration. 
