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Publisher: John D. Haeger, President
Editor: Mary Lemma—Office of Public Affairs
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Students start moving in
Saturday, Aug. 21
The week ahead...
NAU Faculty Association
Aug. 30, 4 p.m.
Room 101, College of Health Professions (building 66)
Past-president of the Northern Arizona University Faculty Association, Dennis C. Tanner, has scheduled the first meeting for the 2004-2005 academic year. The agenda for the first meeting includes election of officers, setting political objectives, discussion of new bylaws, and alignment with the American Association of University Professors. All NAU faculty members are encouraged to attend. Contact: Dennis Tanner, 523-7439 or dennis.tanner@nau.edu.
Film: "Elmer Gantry"
Aug. 31, 7 p.m.
Cline Library
Oscar Winners Burt Lancaster and Shirley Jones star in this film about
a revival preacher with a questionable past and uncertain motive. Script by Richard Brooks. Members of the religious studies faculty will introduce the film and help lead the discussion afterward.
For these and other events visit events.nau.edu.
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Regents approve meal plan, receive budget requests
The Arizona Board of Regents has given formal approval to a required meal plan at NAU for first-time, full-time freshmen living on campus, beginning this fall.
NAU Dining Services announced the required meal plan early in spring 2004, following various student surveys on the proposal. ABOR subsequently indicated its desire to vote on the proposal and approved the required meal plan at its Aug. 20 meeting on campus. READ MORE
ABOR votes to extend president's contract
The Arizona Board of Regents approved a two-year extension to President John Haeger's contract at its Aug. 20 meeting at NAU.
Haeger's current contract expires June 30, 2005. The new contract continues through June 30, 2007, and does not include a salary increase.
"We think he (Haeger) has done a magnificent job up here," said ABOR President Gary Stuart prior to the vote to extend the contract. "NAU is operating on a balanced budget for the first time in nine years," he noted.
"This multi-year contract gives him our vote of confidence in a way that's quite meaningful," Stuart said.
At the end of the meeting at which time regents thanked Haeger for NAU's hospitality and their tour of the new communication building, Peter Likins, president of the University of Arizona, said, "I never felt so good about NAU as I do today."
ITS upgrades modem pool, bandwidth
Information Technology Services has implemented two upgrades to the NAU campus to improve IT service to students, faculty and staff. READ MORE
Students on the move
NAU President John Haeger and M.J. McMahon, executive vice president and interim vice president for Administration and Finance, were on hand to greet new and returning students Saturday. McMahon, right, greets mother Dee Buckowich of Lake Forest, Ill., in front of Reilly Hall.
EAW offers fall programs
Employee Assistance and Wellness programs begin in September.
- Yoga for Every Body
Thursdays, Sept. 9 - Nov. 18
5:30 - 6:45 p.m., du Bois Conference Center
Cost: $90.00/10 weeks
Yoga is effective for building strength and balance, for relaxation and to stabilize the mind and emotions. Instructor: Ann Higgins.
- Insight Meditation and Mindfulness
Wednesdays, Sept. 22 - Oct. 27
7 - 9 p.m., Fronske Health Center lobby
NO COST
Insight meditation is part of a tradition originating in India 2,600 years ago. The practice involves both concentration and contemplative methods of meditation. This class is open to employees, students and Flagstaff community members, so bring a friend. The class will be led by Allen Atkins and Ross Hardwick.
- Wellness at Work Health Screening
Tuesday, September 28 AND Tuesday, October 26, 2004
8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., Havasupai Room, University Union
NO COST
All NAU faculty and staff, who have not previously participated, are eligible for a free, confidential health assessment. The assessment includes a cholesterol check, blood sugar and blood pressure check, body fat measurement, and more! This program is co-sponsored by Fronske Health Center and EAW. To register, please call the EAW office at 523-1552.
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Native American Recruitment Team looking for new members
The Native American Recruitment Team is looking for new members. The team will assist in achieving Northern Arizona University's mission, which is to be the nation's leading university serving Native Americans.
The team assists NAU Undergraduate Admissions in recruitment events, such as
college and high school fairs, pow wows, tribal fairs and parades, Native conferences, telephone, e-mail and letter writing campaigns, NAU campus visits and NAU open house events. The Native American Recruitment Team's first fall meeting will be on Sept. 1 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Pattea Conference Room, Blome building. If you are unable to attend this meeting but would like to participate, or want more information, contact:
Mike Luna, 523-6018 or Michael.Luna@nau.edu.
HR sponsors benefits fair
The Human Resources Department is sponsoring its annual employee benefits fair on Sept. 2 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the du Bois Ballroom. Blue Cross Blue Shield, the new AzBO health plan vendors, the dental plan vendors and the life and short-term disability insurance vendors will present information and answer questions about the NAU benefit plans. Employees who haven't enrolled in benefits will be offered one-on-one assistance from trained staff.
Employees who have completed their open enrollment can visit the fair for a health screening by Blue Cross Blue Shield and sign up for a more in-depth screening by Employee Assistance and Wellness. Employees also can learn about other benefits of employment with NAU such as campus facilities, employee associations and campus cultural events.
New Spanish degree offers more depth for teachers
The Department of Modern Languages this fall is offering a master's degree in teaching Spanish, or M.A.T . The degree provides the students—there are eight enrolled this semester—a more in-depth knowledge of the complexities of teaching and learning a second language, said Cecilia Ojeda, associate professor of Spanish. READ MORE
Dining Services extends hours, offerings
Dining Services has made some changes to hours and offerings effective Aug. 30. in response to focus groups of students, faculty and staff.
In the University Union, Java.com will be open 24/7 and has added Freshens yogurt smoothies to its menu. Pizza Hut Express (formerly Pizza Works), offers personal pizzas and pasta, and is open 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday - Friday; and 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Also in the University Union, The Eatery food court has added the new Far East Fusion, which is open from 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and 5 - 8 p.m. Monday - Friday; closed on weekends. Garden Toss is another new outlet offering soups and made-to-order salads. It's open from 10:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Thursday; 10:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. Friday and 11:30 - a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. on weekends.
On north campus, The Timber Inn will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday - Friday and closed on weekends.
For information about other campus dining options and hours of operation, visit www.nau.edu/dining.
Louie and Wilbur face off on Fox
Fox Sports Net Arizona plans to televise next week's NAU at U of A football game. The season opener for both teams, the game is scheduled for 7 p.m on Sept. 4. from Arizona Stadium in Tucson.
NAU earns third-best finish in Directors' Cup
NAU placed 69th out of 327 in the U.S. Sports Academy Directors' Cup spring standings, recording the third-best finish in school history. READ MORE
Soccer player: "Have fun and beat everyone"
After a summer working at a dude ranch, junior Shelby Gould says she got a good workout and is ready for the new season. The NAU women's soccer team got off to "a great start," Gould said, referring to the recent exhibition game against Grand Canyon University this month: NAU, 9, Grand Canyon, 0.
Yolanda Carrizoza retires
Fronske Health Center invites the campus to a reception for Yolanda Carrizoza, medical records supervisor who is retiring after 25 years of service to NAU. The reception will be from 4 - 6 p.m. on Aug. 31 in the Havasupai room of the University Union.
NAU IN THE NEWS
- As we go on pumping carbon dioxide into the air, we might borrow a line from financial planners. Past performance is no guide to future results. The buildup of carbon dioxide (CO2) is forcing scientists to rethink their expectations - not only about the buildup of heat on Earth but also about the implications for the natural world far beyond warming.
- The Christian Science Monitor
- Do you know your mascots?
Why is there a giant blue chicken jumping up and down on the football field? Most colleges adopt standard-issue mascots intended to symbolize heroics on the athletic field: The Spartans. The Tigers. The Warriors. But many colleges choose mascots meant to characterize unique traits of their students, their history, their geography, or some other point of pride. See if you can identify the mascots adopted by the following schools and discover your degree of school spirit.
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