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Putting the kitchen to the test | The NAU Review

mtf228 | April 21, 2026

Students in the Food is Medicine class were hard at work in their final lab of the semester. With aprons on and hair pulled back, groups of four students gathered around a cooking station in the HRM kitchen and read through their recipes. One group washed and chopped mushrooms, another mixed cookie batter and others prepared chicken or jackfruit to marinate. … Read more

First Class of Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust Scholarships Awarded to College of Health and Human Services Students

mtf228 | April 16, 2026

Northern Arizona University’s College of Health and Human Services recently received a generous investment from the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust. Part of the grant will support a significant renovation, expanding a lab to allow students in NAU’s physical therapy, occupational therapy, and athletic training programs to practice clinical skills in a larger, technology-equipped environment designed for collaborative learning… Read more

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Healing in harmony | The NAU Review

mtf228 | April 14, 2026

For people living with Parkinson’s disease, music is medicine. As founder of the NAU-based choir Mountain Tremors since 2016, Fé Murray has 10 years of proof. … Read more

Students and seniors sitting at desks in a classroom in front of a whiteboard that says Mountain Tremors.

Hands-on learning meets community need at NAU’s Dental Hygiene Kiddie Clinic | Elevate, The Campaign for NAU

mtf228 | April 13, 2026

For many children in northern Arizona, a visit to the dentist isn’t routine. It’s out of reach… Read more

Preparing the next generation of dementia care professionals | Elevate, The Campaign for NAU

mtf228 | April 7, 2026

At Northern Arizona University, more than 200 students recently came together across disciplines—alongside roughly 30 faculty and community partners—to better understand one of the most pressing and complex health challenges facing Arizona communities: dementia… Read more

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