$ 1,273,031 raised 1,051 Axe of Kindness
Elevate History has raised $ 2,446 from 10 Axe of Kindness!
Elevate History

Elevate the History Department on Giving Day

Your generosity on NAU Giving Day ignites a passion for history and empowers the next generation of historians.   

Your support to the History Department directly funds visiting scholars, enriches academic experiences, and provides scholarships that enable students to delve deep into the past, gaining insights that shape our future. Together, we can inspire curiosity, foster critical thinking, and preserve our collective heritage. 

Honoring Susan Deeds

The Susan Deeds Memorial Fund for History Scholarship and Research

The Susan Deeds Memorial Fund honors the life and legacy of an extraordinary historian, teacher, mentor, colleague, and friend. In honor of Dr. Deeds’ memory, please join us in establishing this fund to support exemplary history students and to support faculty research.

Please join us in celebrating Dr. Deeds' legacy at NAU by making a gift in her honor.

It is only fitting that we honor the life and scholarly contributions of Dr. Deeds here at NAU. Our ultimate goal is to raise $25,000 to establish an endowed scholarship that will benefit history students and faculty for years to come. Until we reach that goal, we are committed to awarding the scholarship annually, ensuring that Dr. Deeds’ legacy makes an impact on our community right away.

Thank You for Your #AxeofKindness

Join us in nurturing the scholars who will shape the narratives of tomorrow and in honoring Dr. Deed's legacy with your Giving Day donation. Thank you for your generosity and for elevating History!

A Legacy of Learning: The History Department Challenge Complete
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A Legacy of Learning: The History Department Challenge
Thanks to the generous support of donors – LIKE YOU – we’ve unlocked $2,000 for the Susan Deeds Memorial Fund for History Scholarship and Research. And thank you to Cynthia Kosso and Michael Amundson for providing this NAU Giving Day challenge.
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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 Gifts
1 1990s 62
2 2000s 53
3 2010s 49
4 1980s 45
5 1970s 36
6 2020s 34
7 1960s 6
8 1950s & Earlier 1
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Areas of Impact
This leaderboard reflects the transformative impact of your generosity, elevating essential initiatives across NAU. Your contributions directly support groundbreaking research, student scholarships, and innovative programs that shape the future of our university.
Rank Department Raised
1 The W. A. Franke College of Business $57,650.00
2 College of Education $23,496.00
3 Elevate Swim & Dive $20,146.00
4 Elevate the College of Health & Human Services $13,010.00
5 Student Affairs $10,425.00
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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 Alumni 564
2 Staff or Faculty 443
3 Friend 198
4 Parent 127
5 Student 92
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