$ 1,273,031 raised 1,051 Axe of Kindness
Elevate Anthropology & Archaeology has raised $ 515 from 4 Axe of Kindness!
Elevate Anthropology & Archaeology

Introducing: Anthropology at NAU

Anthropology at NAU is a vibrant, student-centered program where curiosity and real-world impact come together. With world-class faculty and strong local and global partnerships, students engage in meaningful, applied work that prepares them for a wide variety of careers. However, as federal funding declines, essential support for maintaining labs, facilities, and student opportunities is at risk, making donor support more important than ever.

Our Giving Day Priority 

Archaeology Laboratory Fund

The Archaeology Laboratory Fund supports our many student-focused research labs and gives opportunities for students to get involved with faculty and independent research to prepare them for careers in Anthropology and Archaeology. 

On NAU Giving Day, your collective impact elevates Lumberjacks. $10,000 raised...

  • Provides accessible field-based learning experiences for students who may not be able to travel due to work, family, or financial constraints—ensuring more students can participate in transformative, applied learning. 
  • Helps sustain labs and student research opportunities at a time when other funding sources are disappearing.
  • Supports Anthropology students' access the hands-on experiences that define their education. From research projects to field-based learning, these opportunities build critical skills and connect students to real communities and challenges.

By investing in Anthropology, you’re empowering students to turn their passions into meaningful work and impact.

Thank You for Your Generosity 

Thank you for supporting Anthropology at NAU this Giving Day! Your #AxeOfKindness helps sustain a strong, engaged community of students and scholars. Because of you, students can continue to learn, explore, and make a difference in the world. Thank you!

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$125,000
Learning in Action: College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Challenge
Thanks to the generous support of donors – LIKE YOU – we’ve unlocked $125,000 for the Adolph Trujillo Practitioner in Residence Fund in SBS. And thank you to John Trujillo, ‘92 and Deanna Jonovich, ‘88 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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