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Looking for the latest news from CHHS? Read on to see how Northern Arizona University is changing the face of healthcare—on campus and around the world.

Strength Beyond the Gym

mtf228 | March 19, 2026

When the NAU Health Sciences Department launched its free employee workout class as part of the Employee Assistance and Wellness program, the goal was simple: support the wellbeing of faculty and staff while giving NAU students hands-on experience leading real clients. Led by Health Sciences faculty member Frank Micale, and supported by student instructors, the twice-weekly class has grown into a community of nearly 30 regular participants… Read more

College of Health and Human Services 2024-2025 Annual Impact Report 

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NAU’s College of Health and Human Services is pleased to publish its first Annual Impact Report from the 2024-2025 academic year. Explore the report to learn more about how CHHS is educating the next generation of clinicians and community advocates, conducting ground breaking research, and leading impactful community service… Read more

When I grow up… | Jennifer Hudson, Public Health

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In honor of NAU’s College of Health and Human Services’ third annual Health Careers Week, we invited our alumni to think back to their childhood to answer the question: What did you want to be when you grew up? Today, they serve patients, communities, and the broader health system in impactful ways. … Read more

When I grow up… | Connor Swanson, Occupational Therapy

Katie Fahy | March 2, 2026

In honor of NAU’s College of Health and Human Services’ third annual Health Careers Week, we invited our alumni to think back to their childhood to answer the question: What did you want to be when you grew up? Today, they serve patients, communities, and the broader health system in impactful ways. Read on to learn about what led Connor to Occupational Therapy … Read more

When I grow up… | Josie Faull, Public Health

Katie Fahy | February 25, 2026

In honor of NAU’s College of Health and Human Services’ third annual Health Careers Week, we invited our alumni to think back to their childhood to answer the question: What did you want to be when you grew up? Today, they serve patients, communities, and the broader health system in impactful ways. Discover how Josie Faull’s passion for helping others led her to becoming a Peace Corps volunteer working as a youth health educator in Albania. … Read more

When I grow up… | Nichole Pompa, Athletic Training

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In honor of NAU’s College of Health and Human Services’ third annual Health Careers Week, we invited our alumni to think back to their childhood to answer the question: What did you want to be when you grew up? Today, they serve patients, communities, and the broader health system in impactful ways. Read on to learn how Nichole Pompa turned her passion for athletics into a career in athletic training. … Read more

Hybrid Occupational Therapy Student Spotlight: Meet Drema

Katie Fahy | February 16, 2026

Meet Drema, a current hybrid occupational therapy student. Drema is a certified occupational therapy assistant completing her capstone training at the Mayo Clinic, and will earn her doctorate degree in occupational therapy this year. Read on to learn more about Drema’s journey to becoming an occupational therapist and why the NAU Hybrid Occupational Therapy program was the right fit for her. … Read more

College of Health and Human Services Inaugural Advisory Board

mtf228 | February 2, 2026

Northern Arizona University’s College of Health and Human Services recently launched its inaugural advisory board. This exceptional group of volunteer leaders brings deep expertise across healthcare, business, and related industries, along with a shared passion for advancing the health and well-being of our communities… Read more
College of Health and Human Services Inaugural Advisory Board

Lessons from the Field: CHHS in Malawi and Peru

Katie Fahy | January 28, 2026

Last summer, NAU College of Health and Human Services students had a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take their skills abroad and make a positive impact. Through the NAU Global Health Field School program, groups of students traveled to Peru and Malawi, where they applied their coursework to real-world settings and worked on public health interventions aimed at addressing health disparities in underserved communities… Read more