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An Art Major After College

Laura | November 28, 2023

Joseph Elliott West writes a blog about his experiences switching his major from graphic design to art and printmaking, chronicling his research of the field… Read more

Mes de la Herencia Hispanoamericana: La política detrás del incremento de los casos de personas víctimas de desaparición forzada en México

Laura |

El evento “Matando con discreción: Desapariciones, impunidad y traición en México,” conferencia impartida por el Dr. Pedro J. Gonzalez Corona, destacó la importancia de entender la lucha actual en México con respecto al fenómeno de desapariciones forzadas. El Dr. Pedro J. Gonzalez Corona hizo la pregunta; ¿quién es realmente el responsable de las desapariciones… Read more

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Get involved in College of Arts & Letters clubs

Laura | November 21, 2023

Check out some of the many clubs and organizations within each department that are available to CAL students… Read more

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Study Abroad Q & A with Ana Papen-Gould

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Ana Papen-Gouldanswers questions about her study abroad experience through the Center for International Education at NAU… Read more

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16+ jobs you can get with a degree from NAU’s College of Arts and Letters

Linda | July 13, 2023

At Northern Arizona University’s College of Arts and Letters, you’ll learn skills highly valued by employers that can be leveraged in any career, including critical thinking, communication, and teamwork. … Read more

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Outstanding Graduate from the Department of History: Chanamon Lerdnitiseth

Laura | June 22, 2023

Chanamon cites Professor Christi Carlson as the most influential person in her time at NAU. Through Professor Carlson, she discovered a fresh new perspective on teaching history and social studies—one that emphasizes more active student learning and autonomy… Read more

Chanamon Lerdnitisethm, outstanding graduate from the Department of History, accepts their award from Dean Boyer the morning of commencement in the Riles Building

Outstanding Graduate from the Department of Philosophy: Jack Ryan

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Jack wants to express his gratitude to his professors and mentors, Dr. Julie Piering and Dr. George Rudebusch. “Both Dr. Piering and Dr. Rudebusch have been an incredible influence on my academic journey; I am forever thankful for their support and encouragement.”… Read more

Jack Ryan, Philosophy's Outstanding Senior, accepts their award from Dean Boyer the morning of commencement in the Riles Building.

Distinguished Senior from the College of Arts and Letters & Outstanding Graduate from the Department of Global Languages: Katelyn Fix

Laura |

Katelyn is grateful for every professor she had the opportunity to work with in GLC, as each and every one of them made a lasting impact on her academic and personal journey… Read more

Outstanding Graduate from the Department of Music: Heather Drusedum

Laura | June 21, 2023

Heather has always had a love of music and working with children. She says, “I believe that every child should have access to music education. I know that music changes lives, because it has changed mine for the better… Read more

Heather accepts their award from Dean Boyer the morning of commencement in the Riles Building.

Outstanding Graduate from the Department of English: Jaz Banfield

Laura | June 20, 2023

Jaz is graduating with a degree in English with an emphasis in Rhetoric, Writing, and Digital Media Studies. She is originally from Peoria, Arizona, and graduated from Centennial High School in Peoria… Read more