The College of Arts and Letters is a community of accomplished teachers, scholars, artists, and students. Our educational mission is to foster an affinity for inquiry and expression, preparing students of all backgrounds for fulfilling careers and informed civic engagement. CAL is committed to a public-facing agenda through which all people can experience the arts and explore the humanities.
We invite students to become creators of culture—to join the conversations and debates, storytelling, performances, artistic innovations, and music that shape the world—to better understand the religious and cultural expressions, historical legacies, and global perspectives that shape our society.
Lumberjack Marching Band
The Lumberjack Marching Band will represent Arizona in the 2025 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Your gift helps cover travel costs ensuring so every student can be part of this one-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Make a gift to the Lumberjack Marching Band today!
Finish Line Fund
Sometimes, even a minor hurdle can become a roadblock to success. The Finish Line Fund exists to ensure that a sudden, unexpected expense doesn’t stand between a dedicated student and their degree. By contributing, you empower students to stay focused, cross the finish line, and achieve their academic dreams.
Martin-Springer Institute
The Martin-Springer Institute, founded by Holocaust survivor Doris Martin and her husband Ralph, transforms history into powerful conversations about empathy, justice, and human dignity. With plans to expand into a dedicated center on NAU’s campus, MSI reaches students, teachers, and the community through exhibits, training, and events. Your support helps create a space that inspires moral courage and increases empathy.
Ethics Bowl
The Ethics Bowl challenges students to tackle real-world ethical dilemmas through collaborative competition. Your gift helps provide resources for this transformative program, fostering skills that promote civic engagement and ethical awareness.
Ceramics Enrichment Fund
Thanks to a generous match from Jay and Linda Butler, your gift to the Ceramics program will be doubled up to $25,000. This support fuels innovation, artistry, and opportunity for students and faculty alike.
In Memory of Elle Zizzi - Theatre Scholarships
This scholarship fund honors the memory of Elle Zizzi by supporting dedicated Theatre students at NAU. Your gift helps fund annual awards now and builds toward a lasting endowed scholarship that continues Elle's legacy.