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Alumni connection

How NAU alumna Annika Hutsler turned challenge into momentum

This Lumberjack, Marine, and Paralympic hopeful found freedom on one leg—and hasn’t stopped moving forward ever since.
Faculty impact

Honors fellowship inspires global curiosity and understanding

Established by an alumna, the fellowship supports a deeper awareness of world cultures, religions, and politics.
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Alumni connection

Through Mission: Vivere, an NAU alumnus honors his brother’s legacy

Honoring his brother, Michael Starace, ’10, ’11, invests in the next generation of Lumberjacks.
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Access for students

Ethan Ward’s pursuit of justice

With analytical rigor with moral inquiry, this NAU student prepares for law school and a career in justice.
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Access for students

NAU Sisk Fellow Shawna Woody honors heritage through conservation

The inaugural Sisk Fellow explores how bison grazing impacts native plants and pollinators at the Grand Canyon.
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Academic excellence

NAU empowers veteran students through comprehensive support

NAU's nationally recognized model for serving veteran students is based on tailored programming and a strong sense of community.
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Academic excellence

$5.2 million gift advances STEM success at NAU

The funds provide support for STEM students and faculty through scholarships, housing assistance, and math readiness programming.
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Academic excellence

100% Career Ready initiative equips students with real-world skills 

With a focus on value, the initiative helps every NAU student turn education into opportunity.
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Access for students

Scores for Scholarships opens doors for NAU students

Desert Financial Credit Union’s scholarship eases financial strain and empowers students to pursue their education at NAU.
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Access for students

Alumna’s gift supports Honors College students

A $1 million gift establishes the Summit Scholars program to support Arizona’s highest-achieving students at NAU.
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Access for students

From student to mentor, NAU Theatre builds lasting pathways

NAU Theatre alumnus Seamus Dever, ’97, and senior Amaia Evans, ’25, reflect on mentorship, access, and the power of opportunity.
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Access for students

Charmaine Begay is the future of Native nursing

Charmaine Begay is a first-generation nursing student pursuing a career serving Tribal populations.
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