{"id":5479,"date":"2022-04-13T13:56:28","date_gmt":"2022-04-13T20:56:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/dean-of-students\/?page_id=5479"},"modified":"2026-02-12T19:47:14","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T19:47:14","slug":"leading-at-nau","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/dean-of-students\/leading-at-nau\/","title":{"rendered":"Leadership @ NAU"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Leadership at NAU<\/h1>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5490 size-short-banner-image-xl\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/NAU_STUDENT_ORG_CLEANUP-0632-2400x600.jpg\" alt=\"Students gather at a volunteer event\" width=\"2400\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/NAU_STUDENT_ORG_CLEANUP-0632-2400x600.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/NAU_STUDENT_ORG_CLEANUP-0632-960x240.jpg 960w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/NAU_STUDENT_ORG_CLEANUP-0632-464x116.jpg 464w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/NAU_STUDENT_ORG_CLEANUP-0632-1440x360.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>NAU is determined to provide opportunities for all students to engage, connect, learn, and develop their unique leadership style. The Office of Leadership and Engagement facilitates distinctive programs such as the EDGE Leadership Experience, Leadership Workshops, and many more to help all students become the leaders they strive to be during their college journey and beyond. All of our leadership programs are open to all students!<\/p>\n<p>Our leadership programs are open to all students, and they implement different models of leadership, adaptable to our student population. By diving into various models, we empower every lumberjack to identify as a leader and work toward building a brighter future.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about each program below and start on your journey of becoming a leader today!<\/p>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <a class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"EDGE Leadership Experience_0\" href=\"#\">\n      <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>EDGE Leadership Experience <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n          <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\"><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/a>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\">\n        <!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body>\n<p>The EDGE Leadership Experience provides a unique opportunity for students to learn and practice leadership skills while transitioning into the college environment.<\/p>\n<p>EDGE brings together incoming first-year students through team building, connecting with peers, inclusive excellence conversations, and so much more.<\/p>\n<p>The program strives to support students in claiming, &ldquo;<em>I am a leader.<\/em>&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/nau.edu\/EDGE\">nau.edu\/EDGE<\/a>&nbsp;for more information.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6622 \" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/8798_Edge_Leadership_20190820-600x240.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"620\" height=\"248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/8798_Edge_Leadership_20190820-600x240.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/8798_Edge_Leadership_20190820-465x186.jpeg 465w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <a class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"Presidential Leadership Fellows_0\" href=\"#\">\n      <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>Presidential Leadership Fellows <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n          <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\"><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/a>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\">\n        <!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body>\n<p>The Presidential Leadership Fellows (PLF) is aimed at strengthening sophomores&rsquo; and juniors&rsquo; leadership styles as they learn more about who they are as leaders.<\/p>\n<p>PLF focuses on unique areas of leadership, including but not limited to <em>Modeling the Way, Inspiring a Shared Vision, Challenging the Process, Enabling Others to Act, and Encouraging the Heart<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>A common thread throughout the program is the need to discuss and reflect upon inclusive excellence, aiming towards becoming a strong and critical leader.<\/p>\n<p>Our objective is for students to leave each session empowered to make positive changes, influence others, and create inclusive experiences for all.<\/p>\n<p>Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/nau.edu\/plf\">nau.edu\/plf<\/a> for more information. This program will next be available in 2027.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6634 \" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/3513_presidential_leadership_fellows_20190913-3-960x240.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"608\" height=\"152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/3513_presidential_leadership_fellows_20190913-3-960x240.jpg 960w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/3513_presidential_leadership_fellows_20190913-3-464x116.jpg 464w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/3513_presidential_leadership_fellows_20190913-3-1440x360.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 608px) 100vw, 608px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <a class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"Leadership Workshops_0\" href=\"#\">\n      <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>Leadership Workshops <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n          <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\"><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/a>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\">\n        <!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body>\n<p>Unlock your full leadership potential in our dynamic, hands-on Leadership Workshop! Whether you&rsquo;re a seasoned professional or just starting your leadership journey, these interactive workshops will equip you with practical tools, fresh insights, and the confidence to lead with impact.<\/p>\n<p>Join us and take the next bold step in your leadership evolution!<\/p>\n<p>Visit Leadership Workshop&rsquo;s <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/dean-of-students\/workshops\/\">website<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6627\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/3956_presidential_leadership_fellows_20190913-960x384.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"618\" height=\"412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/3956_presidential_leadership_fellows_20190913-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/3956_presidential_leadership_fellows_20190913-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/3956_presidential_leadership_fellows_20190913-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/3956_presidential_leadership_fellows_20190913-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/3956_presidential_leadership_fellows_20190913-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/3956_presidential_leadership_fellows_20190913.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <a class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"C.L.I.M.B. Leadership Series_0\" href=\"#\">\n      <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>C.L.I.M.B. Leadership Series <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n          <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\"><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/a>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\">\n        <!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Cultivating Leaders in Motivation and Boldness (C.L.I.M.B) Leaders Series program! A two-session leadership series for student organization officers and all other student leaders.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Join us and take the next bold step in your leadership evolution!<\/p>\n<p>Visit the C.L.I.M.B. Leadership Series&rsquo; <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/dean-of-students\/climb\/\">website <\/a>for more information.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6626 \" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/3405_presidential_leadership_fellows_20190913-600x240.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"615\" height=\"246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/3405_presidential_leadership_fellows_20190913-600x240.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/3405_presidential_leadership_fellows_20190913-465x186.jpeg 465w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- shortcode-right-column -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-right-column\" >\n    <div class=\"shortcode-right-column__container\">\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left\">Director<\/h4>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: left\">Leadership &amp; Engagement<\/h5>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5435 size-square-image\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/Gardner_Michelle-300x450-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/Gardner_Michelle-300x450-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/203\/Gardner_Michelle-300x450-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<!-- shortcode-contact -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-contact\">\n    <div class=\"contact-header\">\n        <h3>Michelle Gardner<\/h3>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"contact-body\">\n                <a href=\"mailto:Michelle.Gardner@nau.edu\" aria-label=\"Michelle Gardner: Email Address\" title=\"Email Address\">\n            <div class=\"contact-icon-container\">\n                <i class=\"fas fa-envelope\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                <span class=\"sr-only\">Email:<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"contact-email\">Michelle.Gardner&#8203;@nau.edu<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n                        <a href=\"tel:928-523-1145\" aria-label=\"Michelle Gardner: Telephone Number\" title=\"Telephone Number\">\n            <div class=\"contact-icon-container\">\n                <i class=\"fas fa-phone\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                <span class=\"sr-only\">Call:<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"contact-phone\">928-523-1145<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Leadership at NAU NAU is determined to provide opportunities for all students to engage, connect, learn, and develop their unique leadership style. 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