Northern Arizona University Mission Statement
Northern Arizona University
Provide an outstanding
undergraduate residential education strengthened by important
research, graduate and professional programs and a responsive
distance learning network delivering programs throughout Arizona.
Description
Northern Arizona University is a doctoral-research intensive
university with its main campus in Flagstaff. NAU-Yuma shares a
campus with Arizona Western College in Yuma, Arizona, and NAU
Distance Learning serves more than 6,000 students at 30 other
sites throughout Arizona.
Our Values
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Excellence in Education
--Offer a rigorous, high-quality education to all students
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Student Success—Place
learner needs at the center of our academic and service
planning, policies, and programs
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Educational Access—Provide
all qualified students with access to higher education
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Diversity—Achieve
multicultural understanding as a priority of educational and
civic life
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Integrity—Operate
with fairness, honesty, and the highest ethical standards to
sustain a community of trust
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Civility—Support
a civil, engaging, and respectful campus climate
Our
Goals
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Strengthen undergraduate
educational excellence in a residential learning community
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Increase and manage
enrollment
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Strengthen graduate
education, economic development, and research
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Build on our national
reputation for excellence in professional programs
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Provide leadership in the
development, use, and assessment of technologies in
educational programs
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Foster a culture of diversity
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Become the nation’s leading
university serving Native Americans
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Ensure financial stability
and growth
History
and Traditions
HISTORY
On January 16, 1899, N.O. Murphy, governor
of the Territory of Arizona, recommended that the unused territorial
building erected in Flagstaff in 1893, be put to use as a
normal school. Henry Ashurst, Coconino County Representative
to the Legislature, introduced House Bill 44 on February 6,
1899 which authorized the establishment of the Northern Arizona
Normal School.
The first term began September 11,
1899, under the direction of Professor A.N. Taylor with Miss
Frances Bury assisting. Twenty-three students enrolled the
following week. The first graduating class, in 1901, consisted
of four women who received life certificates to teach in Arizona.
The school has undergone several name
changes: in 1925 to "Northern Arizona State Teachers College";
in 1928 to "Arizona State Teachers College of Flagstaff"; and
in 1945 to "Arizona State College of Flagstaff". In 1964, the
Board of Regents approved university status for ASC. In May
of
1966, the current name of "Northern Arizona University" was
officially adopted. For a detailed history, involving old
photographs, handbooks, catalogs, and yearbooks, contact the
Special Collections Library.
ASIAN-PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE
CELEBRATIONS
This set of celebrations sponsored by
Asian-Pacific student organizations, focuses on Asian-Pacific heritage through various
educational and cultural events.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
February is Black History Month. Sponsored by
African-American student organizations, the month consists
of performances, movies and lectures and is designed to make
the university community aware of the contributions of
African-Americans in the development of this country.
http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/~mjp34/BlackHistory/blackmain.html
FAMILY WEEKEND
This traditional fall event is dedicated
to the parents and families of students. A wide range of activities,
including receptions,
live entertainment, a pre-game barbeque, a football game,
casino night, a Sunday brunch, etc. are scheduled for
this annual celebration.
http://www.nau.edu/familyweekend GREEK WEEK
Greek Week is a week of alcohol-free
activities and philanthropy projects designed to celebrate
the history, purpose, and accomplishments of fraternities
and sororities. All money raised during the week is designated
to local and national charities. The week is sponsored by the Interfraternity
and Panhellenic Councils and includes fraternities and sororities
teaming up to win various Greek Week Awards.
HISPANIC HERITAGE CELEBRATIONS
Sponsored by Hispanic student organizations,
this set of celebrations focus on the Hispanic heritage through various
educational and cultural events.
HOLIDAY WEEK
This festive week includes residence
hall decorations, parties, and the beautiful luminaries that
line the streets around campus.
HOMECOMING
Homecoming has been an Northern Arizona University tradition
since 1924 when it was named "Northern Arizona Normal
School". This special event is a time to welcome alumni back
to campus and to enjoy a week of activities. Activities include the annual bonfire and
pep rally, (known as Traditions Day), Alumni Awards, the
Homecoming Dedicatee banquet,
the colorful Homecoming Day Parade, and the football
game.
Each Homecoming is dedicated to a faculty,
administrator or staff member of the university who has demonstrated
exceptional service to, and interest in, students. Selection
of the Homecoming Dedicatee is made by a committee of students
representing campus organizations.
INTERNATIONAL WEEK/FESTIVAL
This program is sponsored by the International
Association of Northern Arizona University (IANAU). Through the combined resources
and talents of students enrolled at Northern Arizona University,
IANAU provides a variety of cultural activities on campus. Students,
faculty, staff and the Flagstaff community are invited to
the events.
LOGGING WHEELS
The huge logging wheels, once used with
horses to drag large logs out of the forest, are now used
in the Homecoming parade.
Historically, Chain Gang coordinates the logging wheels entry into parade
each year and for the rest of the year they are anchored near
the School of Forestry.
LUMBERJACK
The "Lumberjack" is the traditional
mascot and has been used since 1915 as the name for the athletic
teams.
NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE
CELEBRATIONS
Celebrations sponsored by Native American
student organizations focus on Native American
heritage through various educational and cultural events.
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