CHHS Student Spotlight Q+A: Daimee Martinez
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 Daimee Martinez, a member of the Class of 2027.
What is your hometown?
Chandler, AZ
What are you studying?
Fitness Wellness Major, Chemistry Minor.
What is the most rewarding part of your studies?
I love getting to promote physical activity and wellness. Being able to inspire people to feel better and stay healthy is important to me. I’ve always been very passionate about helping others and supporting them in their goals.
How NAU Prepared You for Your Career?
NAU CHHS has prepared me for my career in tremendous ways. Going through this program has helped me feel confident working with clients and teaching them how to properly exercise. I can positively say that I feel extremely prepared for when I get out of college and into the workforce. The Fitness Wellness program specifically has given me many opportunities to work with people that I normally wouldn’t work with. Faculty, students, and staff have all given me the opportunity to strengthen my skills and learn how to be an amazing Exercise Physiologist and hopefully an amazing Occupational Therapist.
Advice for Students Entering the Workforce
I think if I were to give advice it would be to trust the process. Life, and classes, may throw curveballs at you and you may feel like you cannot move on but it is important to keep on moving. There were several times during the past 4 years that I was terrified for my classes, future, etc. but I decided to keep on pushing and it was the best decision ever. Whether it is an exam you are nervous for or a new class, the best thing to do is think about how it can help you achieve your goals and learn discipline.