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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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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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Access for students

Scholarships funded by stocks send Lumberjacks abroad

By using appreciated stock to fund scholarships, Gary Kane, ’69, enables NAU students to take life-changing journeys abroad.
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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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