{"id":64501,"date":"2021-11-10T10:57:07","date_gmt":"2021-11-10T17:57:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/news\/?p=64501"},"modified":"2021-11-10T13:51:50","modified_gmt":"2021-11-10T20:51:50","slug":"notes-president-nov-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/news\/notes-president-nov-10\/","title":{"rendered":"Notes from the President: Nov. 10, 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dear Lumberjacks,<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I write on the eve of\u00a0Veterans\u00a0Day, which is why I share this\u00a0week\u2019s\u00a0notes on Wednesday. This evening, I will be joining NAU\u2019s Veterans\u00a0Day flag ceremony\u00a0on\u00a0the University Union west lawn. It is a solemn moment of remembrance and respect for our veterans near and\u00a0far.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As we prepare to celebrate the\u00a0holiday,\u00a0I have much to share from the\u00a0last\u00a0week:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I spent much of last Friday in the valley. This included an excellent meeting with the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NAUPresident\/status\/1456733088466161664\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Chandler Chamber\u2019s Education forum<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, where I was joined by President Crow from Arizona State University. I shared an update on what NAU is doing to address economic and workforce needs throughout the state. As we bolster our statewide footprint and redouble efforts in educating the high-skill workforce our state needs, it is important to share with stakeholders and have strong partners, like the Chandler Chamber, who support and enhance these initiatives.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I also enjoyed an opportunity to meet with some of our representatives and senators to discuss the same topics\u2014specifically\u00a0NAU\u2019s New Economy Initiative proposal and upcoming request to the state legislature. It will be important to have the support of our state in addressing health and educational disparities and educating the workforce we need to excel.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Saturday was an incredible day well spent with NAU Athletics:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I enjoyed my first visit to the Wall Aquatic Center to watch NAU\u2019s swim and dive teams enjoy a dominant victory\u00a0against\u00a0New Mexico. It was a pleasure to cheer on these incredible student-athletes for\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NAUPresident\/status\/1457061002525089792\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">my first swim and dive meet at NAU<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2014I will be back!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NAUPresident\/status\/1457088792167211009\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">NAU football got off to a fast start against\u00a0UC\u00a0Davis at the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Skydome<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, though the\u00a0result\u00a0wasn\u2019t\u00a0what we hoped. Nevertheless, it was a\u00a0great\u00a0game,\u00a0and\u00a0I\u2019m\u00a0proud of our coaches and players as they head into the final game of the season. I\u00a0enjoyed\u00a0spending time with members of our Residence Life and Campus Health Services teams during the game. My appreciation to\u00a0all\u00a0our dedicated staff on the front lines.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The day closed out in style with NAU Volleyball\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NAUPresident\/status\/1457158121076363268\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">impressive sweep of Sacramento State<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. I was pleased to see NAU on a \u201cRolle\u201d in the final home game of the volleyball season.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Monday, I spent time\u00a0with my Executive Team\u00a0charting out institutional priorities and workstreams\u00a0that align\u00a0with our ongoing Strategic Roadmap efforts and support our mission of student success. I am energized by the\u00a0excellent work\u00a0taking place throughout the institution on all fronts. We are not standing by\u2014we are making positive\u00a0change\u00a0for our students, our faculty and staff, and our communities\u00a0every\u00a0day.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I\u00a0also virtually\u00a0attended\u00a0the American Association of State Colleges and Universities\u2019 annual meeting.\u00a0Hearing\u00a0from colleagues\u00a0about the challenges, opportunities, and innovations of the past year\u2014including\u00a0navigating the pandemic and emerging trends in higher education\u2014helps us advance our mission. NAU is a member of this vital network,\u00a0and I am so appreciative of\u00a0AASCU\u2019s\u00a0work\u00a0in advocating for and advancing public higher education throughout the U.S.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The AASCU meeting also had two\u00a0highlights\u00a0for me:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">First, our Printing Services team was recognized with an\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/AASCU\/status\/1457806384863629316\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">AASCU Excellence in Innovation Award for their sustainable development efforts<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in full-cycle print services. This is a well-deserved\u00a0recognition,\u00a0and I am proud of NAU Printing Services for embodying our university\u2019s ideals of sustainability and sustainable practices.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Second, for me, it was a great privilege to be\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NAUPresident\/status\/1458206263653720064\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">named to the AASCU Board of Directors<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. I am thrilled to join the newest board members and to help advance the cause of higher education and\u00a0equitable\u00a0value on the national level.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Yesterday, the highlight of the day was the release of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Draft-2-of-the-NAU-Strategic-Roadmap-Accessible.pdf\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Draft #2 of the NAU Strategic Roadmap<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0at our university-wide Strategic Roadmap Convocation.\u00a0My sincere appreciation to the\u00a0roadmap\u00a0team and facilitators for advancing this important work so quickly; likewise, my thanks to our entire NAU community for their active and thoughtful engagement\u00a0in the process.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?time_continue=1&amp;v=YqGsbwIO57I&amp;feature=emb_logo\">A recording of the convocation is available online.<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> I encourage you to review that information and <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/nau.edu\/strategic-roadmap\/\">Strategic Roadmap website<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0for the full Draft #2 document and information about how to engage with\u00a0the\u00a0next phase of this\u00a0process.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I also enjoyed meeting with NAU Online faculty. NAU is diverse in location and modality, and I am appreciative of the work of our faculty from Flagstaff and throughout the state who contribute to our robust and impactful online learning enterprise.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, I\u00a0made\u00a0my\u00a0second visit to\u00a0the\u00a0Wall Aquatic Center\u00a0Tuesday\u00a0afternoon.\u00a0After\u00a0the meet on Saturday, it was great to <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NAUPresident\/status\/1458533506523426818\">walk through this world-class facility<\/a> with Coach\u00a0Andy\u00a0Johns. I am pleased that NAU has such an impressive space for training and competition, supporting our student-athletes,\u00a0providing\u00a0a space for community\u00a0activity\u00a0and\u00a0serving as a training ground for\u00a0elite\u00a0athletes from\u00a0around the world.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I hope to see you at\u00a0the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/veteran-and-military-services\/vetsweek\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Veteran Flag Tribute<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0this afternoon,\u00a0and I wish you all a relaxing and safe holiday tomorrow.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sincerely,<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-63892 alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/in.nau.edu\/news\/wordpresst\/uploads\/sites\/153\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/President_signature_blue.jpg\" alt=\"Jos\u00e9 Luis Cruz Rivera\" width=\"153\" height=\"102\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><a class=\"search-results-excerpt-link\" href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/news\/notes-president-nov-10\/\">Dear Lumberjacks,\u00a0\u00a0 I write on the eve of\u00a0Veterans\u00a0Day, which is why I share this\u00a0week\u2019s\u00a0notes on Wednesday. This evening, I will be joining NAU\u2019s Veterans\u00a0Day flag ceremony\u00a0on\u00a0the University Union west lawn. It is a solemn moment of remembrance and respect for our veterans near and\u00a0far.\u00a0 As we prepare to celebrate the\u00a0holiday,\u00a0I have much to share from&hellip;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":59,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1820],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-64501","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-notes-from-the-president"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/64501","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/59"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=64501"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/64501\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=64501"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=64501"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=64501"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}