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A lasting legacy of learning and dialogue

The late NAU custodian James Barrett left a planned gift to support future teachers and establish a lecture series.
Faculty impact

New Honors professorship and student support bridge campus and community

Lee Drickamer and Judith Sellers are helping NAU Honors students create real-world impact.
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.
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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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

Giving back to future educators

College of Education Dean established a planned gift to benefit the college.
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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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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.