Category: College of Health and Human Services

PT student in the top four at the 3 minute grad slam

ol25 | December 5, 2017

Alexis won the people’s choice award with her presentation on using exercise as a treatment option for people with Parkinson’s disease… Read more

Two physical therapist speak with their patience on a stationary bike and a treadmill.

Nursing student awarded the President’s prize

ol25 | December 4, 2017

Out of 26 graduating seniors, two were chosen for the President’s Prize. One being our very own, Adrianna Camacho. Adrianna is a nursing student at NAU-Yuma. … Read more

A N A U Yuma banner hanging from the ceiling.

2017 CHHS distinguished senior of the year

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Micaela Kingston was chosen as the 2017 CHHS Distinguished Senior of the Year. Micaela will be receiving her Bachelors of Science in Fitness Wellness… Read more

Looking up towards the sky between two buildings on Flagstaff campus.

New opportunities for community-based work in adolescent drug abuse

ol25 | November 15, 2017

The Institute for Translational Research Education (ITRE) in Adolescent Drug Abuse is expanding to NAU, bringing opportunities for graduate students at NAU… Read more

A student walks down a winding set of stairs.

Nursing professor featured in Flagstaff business news for work in palliative care

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Chronically ill patients across the nation are getting some help to make sure they receive consistent care in managing pain and other symptoms. To provide clarity about the individual’s wishes, there’s a medical form known as Provider Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment, or POLST… Read more

N A U Flagstaff building glowing in a sunset.

Research center will address health disparities

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Building on its long history of serving underrepresented populations in Arizona and beyond, Northern Arizona University has established a new research center underscoring its ongoing commitment to addressing… health disparities… Read more