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One family’s lasting impact on NAU Athletics

The Beemillers have built a multigenerational legacy at NAU through their support of student-athletes.

Alumni connection

New challenge boosted local participation this NAU Giving Day

The first-of-its-kind challenge drew new donors and helped drive participation in NAU’s most successful Giving Day to date.
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News and announcements

First-time giver wins trip to NAU Homecoming

NAU Giving Day donor Jocelyn Whiteneck, ’19, shares her experience as a winner of the NAU Giving Day Homecoming sweepstakes.
Access for students

Supported by scholarships, Ellen Liebig builds a path to medicine

This CEFNS Distinguished Senior has combined research, leadership, and academic success.
Academic excellence

A brother’s legacy advances inclusive learning at NAU

A gift to the Institute for Human Development honors Mike Baker while advancing integrative practices for years to come.
Alumni connection

More than 40 degrees strong, the Dallabetta family’s NAU legacy continues to grow

The family's deep, enduring connection to NAU continues today through students like senior Abigail Austin.
Access for students

NAU alumna invests in the next generation of exceptional teachers

Through a named scholarship, Karen Butterfield supports the culturally responsive teachers and education leaders of tomorrow.
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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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Campus experience

Unveiling the Nakai Plaza

Grammy-nominated recording artist and NAU alum creates an Indigenous plant garden.
A sign in a garden reads: "Secret Garden. Sustained by the Begovac Family, Susan, Paul, Lynn, and Jennifer. 'Enjoy Nature’s Lessons.'" Lush plants are visible in the background.
Campus experience

Growing impact through a secret garden

What was originally an abandoned and overgrown space was transformed into a secluded oasis.
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Academic excellence

Fueled by generosity

Alumni gift takes engineering students from concept to competition.
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Campus experience

Where legacy lives

Old Main carries a new name that reflects the history and spirit of the university.
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