Mapping the past and preserving the future

Helping people with disabilities maintain their independence

A study by NAU’s Institute for Human Development could help aging people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live more independently by understanding the technologies they use. Researchers are looking for participants to share their experiences and help shape a more independent future for these individuals and their caregivers.

Mapping the past and preserving the future

From the field to the screen, a team from the Department of Anthropology is preserving history at the Wukoki Pueblo archaeological site 30 miles north of Flagstaff. Their work will not only help map the site for documentation but also create a 3D model that will make it accessible to the world.

Rethinking history

An anthropology professor at NAU is helping rewrite history. Corina Kellner’s research into ancient sites and mummies in Peru could challenge what historians thought they knew about the Nasca civilization, the Wari Empire and how they interacted with each other.

From desk to community: Growing connections and making an impact

NAU staff Rachel Kanyur and Lydia Nelson, continue to find ways to give back to the Flagstaff community through Axe of Service. With four months left in the calendar year, why not join them?

Team of NAU, Flagstaff experts takes second place in global XPRIZE Wildfire competition

A group of NAU researchers, Flagstaff-based engineers and fire experts came together to build hardware and software that could help people across the globe detect and track wildfires. Their project just won a coveted second-place award at the XPRIZE Wildfire Competition, netting them $250,000.

Create, repair, upcycle: Everything you can do at the MakerLab

Do you know how many pounds of clothing the average American throws away each year? Hint: It's way too much. The Office of Sustainability and MakerLab partnered to offer RepairLabs, where people can get clothing and jewelry (and more!) repaired and keep it out of landfills for longer. Got repair skills? Sign up to volunteer for an upcoming RepairLab.

Jacks in a Flash: Michelle Carpenter

Michelle Bauer Carpenter, executive director of the School of Communication, recently directed the documentary "Making UNQUIET" which premiered at the Breckenridge Film Festival in Colorado. The NAU Review spoke with Carpenter about her experience creating this film available on PBS for International Mental Health Day, October 10th.

Here's why you should use alt text

Twitter users may not have noticed a change earlier this year—alt text is now allowed on the platform. Alt, or alternative text is used by people who use screen readers or other assistive technology to interact with their phones and computers; these programs "read" the photos. Including this text on your online photos can make a huge difference in the online experience of these and other users. Sean Kugler from NAU's Disability Resources explains in more detail why alt text is important, when to use it and what exactly you should be describing when you describe a photo.

Humans of NAU: Stephanne LHommedieu

Learn how SAC president Stephanne LHommedieu found her way to NAU (twice!), landed her dream job as manager of theater and public events and what she wants to accomplish in her year as president.  

Mapping the past and preserving the future

From the field to the screen, a team from the Department of Anthropology is preserving history at the Wukoki Pueblo archaeological site 30 miles north of Flagstaff. Their work will not only help map the site for documentation but also create a 3D model that will make it accessible to the world.

Where anthropology meets disease

A class at NAU explores how plagues shaped human history by examining evidence preserved in bones. Through an anthropological lens, it reveals how disease spreads, how people respond and what those patterns say about society.

Learning. Training. Serving.

A hands-on program is preparing the next generation of law enforcement officers and park protection rangers. By combining academic instruction, physical training and real-world experience, NAU’s Law Enforcement Training Academy is giving students what they need to serve their communities and preserve public lands right after graduation.