Events  

Fall Stew Fest

This annual event is a celebration of community and support among faculty, staff and Native American students at the university. In addition, a Native Connects information fair will be held consisting of Native American student organizations and other invited departments. Join us for an afternoon of fun and homemade native stews and frybread. 

American Indian Heritage Month

In November, student organizations and individual departments hold campus-wide festivities commemorating American Indian heritage.

Events and activities that promote awareness of American Indian culture and contributions, include:

• the annual Miss Indian NAU Pageant
• Native American-themed lunch and dinner menu items
• film series
• guest speakers and performers

Native American Student Services and Northern Arizona University invites you and your family to the 18th Annual Native American Convocation Ceremony, a cultural celebration. This annual ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2013 from 3:30-5 PM MST at Prochnow Auditorium (bldg. 3A, north campus, Flagstaff).  This special ceremony recognizes Native American students who are receiving their degrees.  Graduates are honored with a beautiful handmade graduation sash, and a reception follows the event outside on the Prochnow front lawn.  Graduates who have successfully had their graduation application approved will be sent an email invitation from Native American Student Services.  Students with questions, contact Sharon S. Doctor (928-523-6960) and Special Guests may contact Catherine Talakte (928-523-9416).  This event is open to the campus community.