Category: College of Health and Human Services

Explore NAU’s Kids’ Night Out

erj92 | November 10, 2026

The Department of Physical Therapy will host its fourth Kids’ Night Out on Nov. 7 at Summit Gymnastics, offering a fun night filled with games, snacks and activities. The event will be led by NAU faculty, volunteer DPT students and certified pediatric physical therapists… Read more

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OT Student Melody Nosworthy on CBS Mornings

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Meet Melody Nosworthy, an NAU student who defied all odds after suffering a traumatic brain injury that left her wheelchair bound. With the help of physical therapy and determination, Melody regained her ability to walk and run, and began her Doctorate of Occupational Therapy with the College of Health and Human Services. Now, she fosters a dog in training to help people in her position. Watch the full CBS Mornings segment here… Read more

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New children’s book puts speech therapy in the spotlight

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Not many characters in children’s books go to speech therapy. … Read more

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NAU, Summit Look to Future Workforce

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Join Northern Arizona University and and Summit Healthcare for a conversation on the future of the White Mountains workforce. This discussion will focus on critical workforce gaps in healthcare and the opportunities students can take advantage of to expand employment opportunities during their education. Read the full article on wmicentral.com… Read more

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CHHS Student Spotlight Q + A: Marco Cazzato

erj92 | November 4, 2026

Throughout the 2026-2027 academic year, the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) will spotlight students to highlight the diverse academic paths and profile student motivations and interests. Through this series, CHHS aims to showcase the passion and dedication that inspire students to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities. The college’s next spotlight series is on Marco Cazzato, a member of the Class of 2028… Read more

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America’s Top PA Winners | Sarah Bolander

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America’s Top PA is a peer-nominated award given annually to select Physician Associates across several specialties who have demonstrated leadership through increasing patient outcomes and/or through peer community support, advancement, leadership, and education. This year, Northern Arizona University (NAU) celebrates one of its own PA faculty. … Read more

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Northern Arizona University DMSc Program Partners with Physician Associates for Latino Health (PALH)

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The Northern Arizona University Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) Program is proud to announce a new collaboration with Physician Associates for Latino Health (PALH), a nationally recognized caucus of the American Academy of Physician Associates dedicated to advancing diversity within the PA profession and improving healthcare outcomes for underserved communities… Read more

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CHHS Student Spotlight Q + A: Rachel Negovan

erj92 | November 3, 2026

Throughout the 2026-2027 academic year, the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) will spotlight students to highlight the diverse academic paths and profile student motivations and interests. Through this series, CHHS aims to showcase the passion and dedication that inspire students to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities. The college’s next spotlight series is on Rachel Negovan, a member of the Class of 2028… Read more

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Gold Axe 2026 Awards

erj92 | October 28, 2026

This year, the College of Health and Human Services at Northern Arizona University is excited to recognize a select group of students and the esteemed Educators of Influence who have been honored with the prestigious Gold Axe Award. These individuals embody the values of dedication, service, and leadership, continuously going above and beyond in their roles and making a meaningful impact on the community… Read more

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CHHS Student Spotlight Q+A: Ella Kelly

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Throughout the 2026-2027 academic year, the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) will spotlight students to highlight the diverse academic paths and profile student motivations and interests. Through this series, CHHS aims to showcase the passion and dedication that inspire students to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities. The college’s next spotlight series is on Ella Kelly, a member of the Class of 2028… Read more