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Strength in diversity: The Indigenous heartbeat of health equity

Beck Thomas | November 15, 2023

At the Center for Community Health and Engaged Research (CHER), we’ve discovered that building trust is vital in conducting comprehensive research and upholding the integrity of our research center. As we embark on this journey toward a more inclusive approach to health equity, we’ve discovered one element that makes all the difference – the presence and participation of indigenous voices within our center… Read more

NAU advances cancer health equity in native communities with inter-tribal forum

Beck Thomas | November 14, 2023

In a milestone event, Northern Arizona University’s Center for Native American Cancer Health Equity (C-NACHE) convened their first-ever Arizona Inter-Tribal Cancer Health Equity Forum (AICHEF) on September 26, in Flagstaff. The forum hosted 40 attendees from various tribal nations and tribal-serving organizations across Arizona and built the platform for diverse voices to flow freely with the infusion of cancer health data and policy updates. … Read more
Two AICHEF participants gather to speak to each other on the topics they heard.

JPB-Harvard Fellowship supports pilot research for Dr. Mike Anastario

Beck Thomas |

The JPB-Harvard Environmental Health Fellowship supports junior faculty who conduct research on the combined influence of environmental and social determinants of health inequities. The program offers training, collaborative learning, and research support for fellows to conduct innovative pilot research… Read more
Dr. Spengler speaking to NAU students, faculty, and staff about air pollution and climate change.

Need technical support for your health equity related project? We’ve got you covered.

Beck Thomas | September 8, 2023

Are you a dedicated NAU faculty member, driven graduate student, or passionate postdoctoral scholar engaged in groundbreaking research? The TAG-SC can elevate your research endeavors, offering guidance and support throughout various project phases. The TAG-SC is a dynamic hub of research expertise, catering to the diverse needs of the NAU community. … Read more
Cathy Propper assists a NAU Researcher.

From coast to campus: welcoming new faculty Dr. Mike Anastario

Beck Thomas |

The Center for Community Health and Engaged Research is proud to welcome our newest faculty member – Dr. Michael (Mike) Anastario. Anastario is joining us as an Assistant Professor of Health Sciences. We are excited to see how Mike’s interests and research expertise intertwine with the amazing work of this Center and beyond. … Read more

Unlocking Health Equity: Another successful round of pilot projects completed in 2023!

Beck Thomas |

The Pilot Project Program (PPP), a Southwest Health Equity Research Collaborative (SHERC) supported program, funds projects from areas across Northern Arizona University (NAU) that show a meaningful relationship to health equity. The PPP promotes the development of early-stage investigators and underrepresented faculty by providing support and mentorship across campus… Read more
Amanda Hunter 2023 pilot project poster presentation.