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Meet the CHHS Teacher of the Year: Haylee McElroy

Katie Fahy | March 30, 2026

Haylee McElroy, a faculty member in the Department of Dental Hygiene, has been named the College of Health and Human Services Teacher of the Year. This award recognizes educators who demonstrate exceptional dedication to teaching and a strong commitment to student success… Read more

2026 CHHS Distinguished Senior: Marlee Hewlett

Katie Fahy | March 27, 2026

Marlee Hewlett, a senior in the department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) has been named the 2026 CHHS Distinguished Senior. In celebration, we asked Marlee to reflect on her time at NAU, what led her to CSD, and her plans for after graduation… Read more

Kids Night Out: CHHS Doctor of Physical Therapy Students Create an Evening of Play, Community, and Support

mtf228 | March 26, 2026

NAU College of Health and Human Services students in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program are making a meaningful impact beyond the classroom through their Kids Night Out events. Hosted twice a year by the NAU Department of Physical Therapy, Kids Night Out creates a fun and safe space for children in the Flagstaff community with disabilities or developmental delays and their siblings… Read more

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