Presidential statements

Messages from President José Luis Cruz Rivera

May 16, 2024

Top 10(ish) for Spring

As the work of the academic year ends with the submission of final grades and we stand poised to enjoy the summer season, let us celebrate together: inspired by the accomplishments of our dedicated students, faculty, and staff, reflecting on the semester that was, and feeling optimism toward the year that will be.

So, in keeping with our tradition, I have sought to capture 10(ish) highlights that encapsulate this past year for our NAU community.

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Must reads

Record philanthropic support propels NAU’s Elevated Excellence

NAU achieved the highest annual fundraising milestone in our 122-year history! The collective support we have generated will empower the success of our students and contribute to the impact of our scholarly and service endeavors that broaden knowledge and enrich lives

Introducing NAU 2025 – Elevating Excellence

The strategic priorities set forth in NAU 2025 – Elevating Excellence represent a robust synthesis of the NAU community’s thoughtful engagement and bold aspirations for the future, coupled with the input of important public, private, and philanthropic partners.

Announcing NAU’s Access2Excellence Initiative

NAU’s Access2Excellence (A2E) makes clear to Arizona students and families that NAU is accessible and affordable. When the initiative launches in Fall 2023, Arizona resident students from households making $65,000 or less per year will attend NAU tuition-free.

An update on NAU’s efforts to become Arizona’s leading engine of opportunity

I’m excited to share that NAU has secured $81 million in new investments and obtained approval for the implementation of new admissions requirements. Together, these developments position us well as we seek to become Arizona’s leading engine of opportunity.

Video messages

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