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Publisher: John D. Haeger, President
Editor: Mary Lemma—Office of Public Affairs
Contributing writers: Tom Bauer, Lisa Nelson—Office of Public Affairs
Electronic design: Tracie Hansen, Jeff Dillon—University Marketing
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The week ahead...
Film: Modern Times [Charlie Chaplin, 1936, 87 minutes]
Sept. 7,
7 p.m.,
Cline Library,
Fully Restored with New Footage
"For all its comedy, Modern Times is a film born of serious concerns. Chaplin had a horror of automation, which he saw as symptomatic of a trend in modern life to turn people into machines, with machine lives and thoughts,"
-Mick LaSalle, San Francisco Chronicle.
Professor Joseph Boles from Humanities, Arts, and Religion and Professor Paul Helford from the School of Communication will introduce the film and help lead the discussion following.
La Quinta/NAU Volleyball Invitational
Sept. 10,
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.,
Rolle Activity Center,
General Admission: $4,
Faculty and Staff: $3,
NAU students: Free
www.nauathletics.com
For these and other events visit events.nau.edu.
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NAU President John Haeger, at center, called the day "extraordinary" and thanked the Legislature and Regents for investing in NAU. From left: Mason Gerety, dean of the College of Business Administration; Steve Jordan, division manager of the Ryan Companies, builder; President Haeger; Wes McCalley, student regent; Frank Besnette, former dean of the College of Business Administration and former executive director of the Arizona Board of Regents; Stephanie McKinney, president of the Greater Flagstaff Economic Council.
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NAU breaks ground on new CBA building
NAU today broke ground on the environmentally friendly new College of Business Administration building. The building design is the result of architects interviewing students, faculty and staff and incorporating their needs into a student-centered facility.
"No other business school in the U.S. will be like this," said Mason Gerety, dean of the College of Business Administration. "Not only will it be environmentally responsible but the features inside will truly benefit our students and faculty." READ MORE
Russell Balda
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Balda wins
prestigious award
for study of birds
Russell P. Balda, a Regents' professor of biology, has won the 2004 William Brewster Award for his lifetime of work with birds of the Western Hemisphere.
The William Brewster Award is considered the highest award given in the ornithological world. It consists of a medal and an honorarium provided through the William Brewster Memorial Fund. It is given to the author or coauthors of the most meritorious body of work on birds of the Western Hemisphere.
"It's the highlight of my professional career," Balda said. "And the fact that I was nominated by a former student makes it even sweeter." READ MORE
Researchers improve detection of diverse anthrax strains
NAU researchers have joined other scientists in capitalizing on genomic data to develop a new typing, or identification, system for various strains of anthrax.
The work by researchers from NAU, the Translational Genomics Research Institute, known as TGen, and The Institute for Genomic Research also provides greater insight to the evolutionary and genetic history of this deadly anthrax pathogen. Further, it creates a model for other biothreat pathogens and diseases such as E. coli, Strep, Staph and Salmonella.
"This work now provides the raw material for highly specific and sensitive tests for anthrax in human cases, animal cases and within the environment," said Paul Keim, Cowden Endowed Chair of Microbiology at NAU and director of pathogen genomics at TGen. To read the T-Gen news release, go here.
Performance appraisals due
starting Sept. 30
Classified staff self-evaluations are due Sept. 30; classified staff completed performance appraisals are due Nov. 30 and service professional performance appraisals are due Jan. 31, 2005. Details are on the Human Resources website.
HASTC athletes had the mettle for medals
Athletes who trained at the High Altitude Sports Training Complex won 44 medals at the 2004 Olympic Games. The athletes won 11 gold, 13 silver and 20 bronze medals. Since 1996, athletes who trained at HASTC have won 150 precious medals.
A banner day in downtown Flagstaff
Molly Munger, director of NAU's Community Relations, is flanked by Cass Rankin, director of community and corporate relations for Arizona Public Service Co., and Dave Maurer, president and CEO of the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce, as they display two of the 75 banners that will hang in downtown Flagstaff. The banners, part of the One Community — Flagstaff and Northern Arizona University campaign, were donated by APS. The city of Flagstaff will hang the banners at no charge to the university.
Clinical exercise, psych. departments offer shape-up classes
NAU's Clinical Exercise Facility and the Psychology Department are offering a 12-week program to employees who want to get into shape and boost their energy. The program works to increase motivation, improve physical functioning, and develop sound dietary and physical activity behaviors for a longer and more satisfying life. The first session is Sept. 8 from 5:30 to 7 p.m., room 319, College of Health Professions (bldg 66). READ MORE
CTEL offering WebCT workshops and labs for faculty
The Center for Technology Enhanced Learning is offering a variety of WebCT and course planning workshops this fall for faculty. To find out more about WebCT straining sessions go here.
Health psychology center accepting clients
NAU's Health Psychology Center is accepting clients for evaluation and treatment of psychological and behavioral aspects of health-related conditions. The center also offers lifestyle change and wellness programs through educational seminars and group interventions. Services are provided by graduate students under the supervision of Ph.D.-level licensed psychologists. READ MORE
HGTV's Michael Payne
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Interior design summit features
HGTV's Michael Payne
HGTV aficionados no doubt recognize "Designing for the Sexes," a show featuring a couple at odds over how to spend their way-big budget on what they think is their way-inadequate space. He wants streamlined contemporary; she wants earthy Tuscan country. What to do? Enter Michael Payne, interior designer.
Payne will be at NAU's first annual design summit Sept. 24 and 25, when interior design professionals will share their practical experience with NAU's interior design students. READ MORE
NAU theater season offers American plays
NAU's theater department starts the new season with a performance of Live From The Front: Byline: Ernie Pyle, the story of the great World War II journalist Ernie Pyle. The one-man show will be performed by its creator, guest artist Rick Plummer. The work of of Neil Simon and other American classics are also included. READ MORE
Payne steps down from OTRS role
Cindy Payne is stepping down from her role as director of Orientation, Transition and Retention Services, where she has been involved with Previews, Lumberjack Welcome Week, FYE 101, Parents' Association and various other orientation and transition programs for the past 12 years.
Payne will assume a half-time role effective Sept. 13. The new position will involve student and professional training for Enrollment Services. She will develop and implement a training and development program for the many students, volunteers and staff who assist with recruitment efforts.
Payne requested the move to a half-time position to spend more time with her three children.
"I can't think of a better person for this role," said Sue McKinnon, executive director for Enrollment Services. "Her enthusiasm and professionalism are just what we need to take us to the next level. She will be an excellent role model."
"I'm excited about the new challenges of working with those who assist with recruitment and enrollment efforts and on-campus events," Payne said.
Jane Kuhn will step in as interim director of Orientation, Transition and Retention Services until a search can be conducted for a permanent director.
"I Feel All Wiggly" by Jack Gron, sculpture professor and director of the School of Art. Aluminum with oils. 2004
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Art show features faculty work
Fine Art Faculty Exhibition 2004 runs through Sept. 23 at the NAU Art Museum. The show will feature current pieces by the faculty of the School of Art in the College of Arts and Letters. Works will span a selection from jewelry, design, drawing, ceramics, printmaking, painting and sculpture. The campus and public are invited to the opening Sept. 3 from 7- 9 p.m. The NAU Art Museum is in Old Main, on the corner of Knoles Drive and McMullen Circle on NAU's North campus. Museum hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Study Abroad Fair is Sept. 7
The annual Study Abroad Fair will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. along the University Union Pedway. Students, faculty and staff can stop by for information and ask questions about NAU study abroad programs.
Also beginning next week, the International Office begins Study Abroad Program information meetings. Students interested in applying for a program in spring 2005 or later should attend these meetings. A schedule can be found at their website.
Lydia Sandoval is retiring
Lydia Sandoval of the NAU Bookstore is retiring after 20 years of service to NAU. There will be a reception for her at 1-3 p.m. Sept. 9 at the Bookstore.
Q & A
QUESTION: I saw an article in the Daily Sun that said the planned Applied Research and Development building will take 50 years to pay for its energy-savings features. Is this true?
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Sharon Young, Planning and Institutional Research
ANSWER: The plan will take 35 years to recoup the state money. The additional 15 years in the Daily Sun article comes from factoring in a federal grant that is being used for design. The bigger issue with the ARD building, however, is not recouping utility costs. NAU is investing in the preservation of natural resources. READ MORE
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