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Elevate the Honors College
Support An Honors Initiative!

The NAU Honors College exemplifies inclusive excellence by challenging students to be engaged citizens and stewards of our local and global community. From participating in the Grand Canyon Semester to designing their unique Honors Capstone projects, NAU Honors College students pursue an individualized education designed to make a difference. Learn more about the NAU Honors College!

SUPPORT AN HONORS INITIATIVE WITH YOUR #AXEOFKINDNESS

The José Ángel Cruz (JAC) Honors Emergency Relief Fund

The JAC Fund provides short-term, emergency financial assistance to Honors students facing unexpected hardships. This fund provides grants to support basic needs such as food, clothing, and essential transportation, helping students stay focused on their studies during challenging times. 

Honors Native American Summer Research Program

Open to NAU Native American and Indigenous undergraduates from all disciplines, the Honors Native American Summer Research Program (HNASRP) provides tuition and fees, housing and meal plan, peer mentoring, and academic programming for students while they pursue supervised research under a faculty mentor. Learn more about this program on the NISF webpage.

The Sarah Henry Miller Fund for International Experience

The Sarah Henry Miller (SHM) Fund enables Honors students to study abroad and engage in international opportunities by assisting with travel expenses, out-of-pocket costs, and international professional development.

Honors College Fund for Innovation

This fund provides funding for a variety of initiatives within the College, including undergraduate research, capstone projects, and internships.  

HONORS COLLEGE CHALLENGE  
Donate to any fund within the Honors College, and once Honors receives 25 gifts, the following contributions will be released to the college: 

  • Ms. Samia Ashraf will donate $100,000 for faculty support
  • Dean Kevin Gustafson will donate $1,000 to The José Ángel Cruz (JAC) Honors Emergency Relief Fund 
  • Arizona Lottery and Brian and Cheryl Connors will donate $57,000 to the Native American Summer Research Program 
  • The Honors College Leadership Board will make a combined donation to funds of their choosing

NAU GIVING DAY EVENT

Honors students, join Dean Gustafson for ice cream to celebrate NAU Giving Day! This event begins at 3 pm in the Honors College Courtyard on May 1. 

 

$101,000
Elevate Honors Excellence: Honors College Challenge
Thanks to generous donors – LIKE YOU – we have unlocked $101,000 for the Honors College. Thank you to Dean Kevin Gustafson and Samia Ashraf for providing this challenge for #NAUGivingDay!
25 / 25 Gifts
Completed
$26,000
Patricia Hunter Last Mile Challenge
Thanks to Laurie Mittenthal and generous donors – LIKE YOU – we have unlocked $26,000 for the Patricia Hunter Last Mile Fund!
15 / 15 Gifts
Completed
$11,750
True Blue: NAU Alumni Association Board
Thanks to the generous support of Alumni Association Board Members and donors – LIKE YOU – we’ve unlocked $11,750 for various areas on campus. Thank you again to the following Board members: Blaise Caudill ’13; Dave Cook; Trina George, ’09; Alex Gutierrez, '85 '90; Jana Harper, ’90; Veronica Hipolito, '97, '02; Jim Jayne, ’91; "Kari" Kent, '91; Rick Koch, ’72; Mary O'Driscoll, ’82; Nancy Serenbetz, '75; Maggie Thom, ’12; , Wayne Watson, ’84; and (3) anonymous members.
Completed
$50,000
Lumberjack Achievement Challenge
Join us in the Lumberjack Impact Challenge! When 1,000 donors step up on Giving Day, Karen Larson and Gary Bicker will unlock $50,000 to empower academic excellence at NAU, specifically benefiting the Lumberjack Math Center and Stem Academic Momentum Scholarships. Your gift today makes a significant impact, helping every Lumberjack reach their fullest potential. Let's unite as Lumberjacks and elevate NAU together!
1,000 / 1,000 Donors
Completed
Leaderboard
Lumberjack Community Engagement Leaderboard
This leaderboard celebrates the invaluable support from our broader community, showcasing the number of donors based on their relationship to NAU. Together, we elevate engagement and build a stronger future for NAU, uniting donors, partners, and friends to advance educational opportunities and community impact.
Help us unlock matching challenges and increase the impact of your gift! What is your connection to NAU?
Rank Answer Gifts
1 Staff or Faculty 707
2 Alumni 603
3 Friend 373
4 Parent 183
5 Student 165
Ended
$57,000
Empower Indigenous Excellence: Arizona Lottery & Connors Family Challenge
Thanks to generous donors – LIKE YOU – we have unlocked $57,000 for Indigenous Excellence. Thank you to the Arizona Lottery and the Connors family for providing this challenge for #NAUGivingDay!
25 / 25 Gifts
Completed
$25,000
Lumberjack Pride: NAU Foundation Board Challenge
Thanks to the generous support of NAU Foundation Board Members and donors – LIKE YOU – we’ve unlocked $24,250 for various areas on campus. Thank you again to the following Board members: Lisa Bagwell; Eric Baker; Teresa Bartels; Bob Bement; Bob Braudy; Robin Braun; Booker Evans; Victoria Fimea; Bill Heibel; Mary Huntley; Tim Kinney; Any Peña; Rick Rodriguez; Katrina Rogers; Steve Sanghi; Tony Tewelis; and (1) anonymous member.
125 / 125 Gifts
Completed
$25,000
Lumberjack Community Impact Challenge
Your gift today can make a transformative impact on Lumberjack families! When 500 donors come together on NAU Giving Day, Kirsten and Steve Butzow will unlock a generous $25,000 gift to enhance NAU's FACTS (Family Access, Communication, Transition, and Support). Your contribution ensures that every Lumberjack family receives the essential support they need to thrive. Join Kirsten and Steve Butzow in empowering our Lumberjack community at NAU!
500 / 500 Donors
Completed
Leaderboard
Areas of Impact
This leaderboard reflects the transformative impact of your generosity, driving essential initiatives forward at NAU. Your contributions to these funds directly support groundbreaking research, student scholarships, and innovative programs that shape the future of our university.
Rank Department Raised
1 Elevate the College of Education $71,380.00
2 NAU Football $45,114.00
3 Elevate the W.A. Franke College of Business $15,665.00
4 Elevate Student Success in CAL $14,524.27
5 Swim & Dive $12,840.00
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Leaderboard
Lumberjack Class Spirit Leaderboard
Join your fellow Lumberjacks from every decade as they rally their classmates to support NAU! Check back to see which decade is leading the charge in philanthropy, celebrating the most generous alumni who are making a difference across the years.
Alumni, rally your classmates!
Rank Answer Donors
1 2000s 58
2 2010s 54
3 1990s 53
4 1980s 42
5 2020s 41
6 1970s 27
7 1960s 2
8 1950s & Earlier 1
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Areas of Impact
Elevate the Sanghi College of Engineering Elevate Lumberjack Career Readiness Elevate Academic Excellence Elevate Lumberjack Community & Wellness Elevate Access to Education Elevate the College of Education Elevate the College of Nursing Elevate the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences Elevate the Honors College Elevate the W.A. Franke College of Business Elevate the College of Environment, Forestry & Natural Sciences Elevate the College of Arts & Letters Elevate NAU Athletics Elevate NAU Online Elevate NAU Academic and Workforce Alliances Elevate Native American & Indigenous Advancement Elevate KNAU Elevate the Cline Library Elevate Campus Support Elevate Student Groups & Organizations Elevate Graduate and Professional Studies at NAU Elevate NAU Yuma Elevate the College of Health and Human Services Elevate Giving Day Fun
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