Tag: CSD

New children’s book puts speech therapy in the spotlight

erj92 | November 10, 2026

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

Book cover of red headed girl in pink dress and yellow back pack walking down a sidewalk with trees all around and text saying 'Ruby Rose to Speech she Goes'.

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

Northern Arizona University College of Health and Human Services.

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

Blonde girl in white sweater stands in a pumpkin patch in front of hay bales and autumn trees.

Showcasing impact: Arizona regents visit NAU’s Flagstaff mountain campus

erj92 | October 19, 2026

Northern Arizona University’s College of Health and Human Services welcomed Arizona Board of Regents members Gregg Brewster, James McCain and Steve Peru to the Flagstaff mountain campus on September 30 for a firsthand look at how students are preparing to serve Arizona’s communities. Joined by Provost Karen Pugliesi, Vice Provost Laurie Dickson and Dean Janelle Chiasera, the regents explored clinical and classroom spaces where students connect their education to practice… Read more

Twelve adults standing in a line in front of a red brick building. Several individuals are wearing name badges. They are dressed in professional and casual business attire. The setting includes a concrete walkway and landscaping vegetation along the brick wall.

CHHS Student Spotlight Q + A: Nathalia Granados

erj92 | October 5, 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 Nathalia Granados, a member of the Class of 2026… Read more

CHHS Student Spotlight Q + A: Isabella Guzman

erj92 | September 21, 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 Isabella Guzman, a member of the Class of 2026… Read more

Isabella Guzman posing with graduation regalia in a meadow in front of Flagstaff mountains and blue sky.

CHHS Student Spotlight Q + A: Cidney Roper

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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 Cidney Roper, a member of the Class of 2027… Read more

Cidney Roper in graduate regalia and a white dress next to Old Main.

NAU’s Health Careers Immersion and Skills Camp introduces local teens to future healthcare careers

admin | August 3, 2026

This summer, Northern Arizona University’s College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) welcomed local high school students around Flagstaff and Phoenix for its first Health Careers Immersion and Skills Camp, a five-day experience designed to introduce teens to healthcare careers through hands-on learning… Read more

CHHS camps creating communication, confidence, and connection

admin | July 20, 2026

Do you know that NAU hosts over 17,000 campers at nearly 100 different summer camps every year? Camp Chit Chat and Reading Between the Pines are two of them, unique in that they transform therapy into adventure, giving children who struggle with communication the chance to build skills through activities… Read more

Grad student works with child at CSD camp.

Motivating Speech-Language Pathologists to Stay Where They Train

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School districts in rural communities continue to face shortages of speech-language pathologists (SLPs), limiting many students’ access to crucial care. A recent ASHA Leader article by NAU’s own Jeff Meeks, EdD, CCC-SLP, highlights how speech-language pathology assistants (SLPAs), working under the supervision of licensed SLPs, are helping expand access to care by supporting underserved schools… Read more