NAU History
Constructed between 1894 and 1899 from locally quarried Moenkopi sandstone, this Richardsonian Romanesque building was the first permanent structure of what would become NAU and still stands today.
What is Old Main?
In a recent surprise at NAU dorms, students found themselves sharing space with this nocturnal flying mammal known for echolocation and a taste for insects.
What are bats?
In recognition of this former NAU president’s commitment to student inclusion, diversity, and integrated wellness, the university renamed its Health and Learning Center in their honor in 2022.
Who is John Haeger?
Part of the San Francisco Peaks just north of Flagstaff, this summit holds the title of the highest point in Arizona.
What is Humphrey's Peak?
When it first opened in 1899, Northern Arizona University was known by this name, reflecting its original mission to train teachers.
What is Northern Arizona Normal School?
Despite leading Northern Arizona University, President Jose Luis Cruz Rivera stays connected to students by teaching a freshman-level course in this college.
What is the College of Engineering?
Before leading a major initiative to expand educational access in Arizona, this 17th president of NAU held leadership roles at institutions like CUNY and Cal State LA, and earned degrees in electrical engineering and higher education policy.
Who is President José Luis Cruz Rivera?
This actor's father was the second director of the Museum of Northern Arizona, helping shape the institution’s legacy in the American Southwest.
Who is Ted Danson?
In this pivotal year, Arizona State College at Flagstaff adopted a new name, reflecting its expanded academic mission and becoming the institution now known as NAU.
What is 1966?
In 2024, Northern Arizona University introduced this cosmic-themed alter ego to complement their traditional Lumberjack mascot, marking a bold step into the future of collegiate branding.
What are the Astrojacks
This transformative leader guided Arizona State College at Flagstaff through its evolution into Northern Arizona University in 1966, expanding its academic offerings from a teachers' college to over 150 degree specializations and overseeing the construction of the iconic building that now bears their name.
Who is J. Lawrence Walkup?
On average, this number of trains pass through Flagstaff, Arizona each day, making it one of the busiest rail corridors in the Southwest.
What is 100?
Write NAU's Land acknowledgement with the least amount of errors.
Northern Arizona University sits at the base of the San Francisco Peaks, on homelands sacred to Native Americans throughout the region. We honor their past, present, and future generations, who have lived here for millennia and will forever call this place home.