NAU aims to be the nation’s preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.
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Meet President José Luis Cruz Rivera
José Luis Cruz Rivera began his tenure as the 17th president of Northern Arizona University (NAU) on June 14, 2021.
NAU: 125 years of Elevating Excellence
For 125 years, we’ve learned, grown, explored, and cheered together. Generation after generation of proud Lumberjacks built and nurtured a rich legacy of academic excellence and a vibrant community. We celebrate our rich history and look ahead to a future of unlimited possibilities in this video.
![President Dr. Jose Luis Cruz Rivera speaks at a podium with an American flag in the background.](https://nau.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/131/2022/07/1707_veteran_flag_ceremony_20211110-800x450.jpg)
News Presidential statements
Stay up-to-date on our exciting announcements and initiatives from the Office of the President.
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Contact the office
Contact us below—whether to request a meeting, invite the president to attend an event, or submit a student-interview request to President Cruz Rivera.
Please contact president@nau.edu or call 928-523-3232 with general inquiries.