Greek Life

Years at NAU: 16

Hometown: Tucson, Arizona

Completed degrees:

• MEd Counseling/Student Affairs-Northern Arizona University
• BS Food and Nutrition Science and a minor in Chemistry-Northern Arizona University

Favorite thing about working at Northern Arizona University:  I love working with our student leaders and watching them grow and learn skills that will help them when they graduate. The energy our students have keeps me energized and I love coming to work every day.

Favorite thing about playing at Northern Arizona University/Flagstaff:  Four seasons! Growing up in the desert makes you appreciate the beautiful fall colors, snow, and the green all around. I also enjoy the smaller city feel and the clean mountain air.

What matters to me: Helping students have as amazing of an undergraduate and graduate experience at Northern Arizona University as I did. As you can see, I enjoyed it so much I never left!

Years at NAU: 3

Hometown: Fountain Hills, Arizona

Completed degrees:

• MS Student Affairs in Higher Education-Colorado State University
• BA Communication Studies and a minor in Marketing-Azusa Pacific University 

Favorite thing about working at Northern Arizona University: I love working with the Greek students to create a safe and inclusive environment where they can live, grow, and succeed academically.

Favorite thing about learning at Northern Arizona University: There are so many opportunities for students inside and outside of the classroom to be challenged and gain experience.  

Favorite thing about playing at Northern Arizona University/Flagstaff: The gorgeous views of the mountains and running on the urban trails.

What matters to me: Helping students discover their passions, and encouraging their individual growth as they are discovering and developing their own identity. 

Hometown: Slinger, Wisconsin

Completed degrees: BA Psychology and Organizational Communication-University of Wisconsin Whitewater

Degrees in progress: MEd in Counseling/Student Affairs-Northern Arizona University

Favorite thing about working at Northern Arizona University: I love how committed and passionate the people are at this university.  Specifically with Greek Life, I feel the students have so much potential it's insane.  With the continued growth of our Greek community at Northern Arizona University, we could really start a movement and change stereotypical views of Greeks on this campus. 

Favorite thing about learning at Northern Arizona University: I really enjoy the small class sizes and the dialogues we have during class.  I am very excited about finally studying student affairs and focusing my attention on my actual career path.  

Favorite thing about playing at Northern Arizona University/Flagstaff: The beauty that surrounds us in Flagstaff is amazing.  There is always a recreational activity to be done in this city (hiking, biking, etc.). 

What matters to me: My lifelong passion is to touch the lives of others; this desire comes from my core values and experiences.  For me, the most important aspect of life is relationships; a life without these is meaningless, in my opinion.  I strive to always build quality relationships with people I meet and have the opportunity to interact with.  For my career, I want the chance to impact the lives of students through building relationships, encouraging growth, and challenging students to go farther than they thought possible. 

Hometown: Westport, Massachusetts

Completed degrees:

• MA Professional Writing-University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, Massachusetts
• BA English/Writing and Communications-University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, Massachusetts  

Degrees in progress: MEd in Counseling/Student Affairs-Northern Arizona University

Favorite thing about working at Northern Arizona University: Working for a department that encourages individual contributions.  You're not just another face on the roster. 

Favorite thing about learning at Northern Arizona University: Small classroom sizes and the constant classroom discussions.  

Favorite thing about playing at NAU/Flagstaff: Riding the Skyride at the Arizona Snowbowl Ski Resort, hiking, and eating at all the great restaurants downtown. 

What matters to me: Finding a way to challenge myself on a regular basis.  Every challenge is an opportunity to grow, both personally and professionally.

Years at NAU: 1 Hometown: Medford, Oregon

Completed degrees: BS Business Management-Oregon State University

Degree in progress: MEd Counseling/Human Relations

Favorite thing about working at Northern Arizona University: I have really enjoyed the wonderful people I have met in the Residence Life department.  I have also liked working in the Greek Life residence hall and being a part of such a unique community.

Favorite thing about learning at Northern Arizona University: As a graduate student on the Northern Arizona University campus I am in love with my classes.  Northern Arizona University provides small classroom sizes and I feel very supported by the faculty.  They provide a safe and engaging learning environment. 

Favorite thing about playing at Northern Arizona University/Flagstaff: Flagstaff is beautiful!  I love the small town feel and the cute downtown area.  There are lots of hiking trails and outdoor fun that is in and around Flagstaff.

What matters to me: It is important for me to be surrounded by good, supportive people, and to be in a college environment that is student focused.  The university has really provided those important factors that matter to me.

Years at NAU: 1

Hometown: Flagstaff, Arizona

Completed degrees: BA History, minors in French and Japanese-Northern Arizona University

Favorite thing about working at Northern Arizona University: I enjoy working in a place where I can help students get the most out of their time.  I love being in such an energetic work environment. Students and staff are always coming in and out of the office, and it makes every day interesting.

Favorite thing about learning at Northern Arizona University: The small class sizes and the attentive faculty and staff.  I never felt like just a face in the crowd at Northern Arizona University; it is very inclusive and an encouraging learning environment. 

Favorite thing about playing at Northern Arizona University/Flagstaff: The gorgeous mountain playground!  Flagstaff and its surrounding area is beautiful,  and there are so many opportunities to get out and enjoy it.

What matters to me: Putting the student first, and knowing that our efforts are focused on making sure our students succeed and thrive at Northern Arizona University.