$ 1,273,031 raised 1,051 Axe of Kindness
Elevate Psychological Sciences has raised $ 715 from 7 Axe of Kindness!
Elevate Psychological Sciences

Elevating Career Readiness in Psychological Sciences

NAU's Department of Psychological Sciences is deeply committed to preparing students for success beyond graduation through hands-on, high-impact learning experiences.

Central to this mission is Psychological Sciences career readiness, which supports opportunities that connect classroom knowledge to real-world application. From internships and study abroad to faculty-mentored research, these experiences help students build critical skills like problem-solving, communication, and cultural competence. Your support is essential to expanding access and ensuring every student has the chance to graduate career-ready.

Our Giving Day Priority 

Your gift to the Psychology Department General Fund helps remove barriers and opens doors to life-changing experiences that prepare students for meaningful careers and advanced study. That's why we're highlighting this fund as our Giving Day priority. 

On NAU Giving Day, your collective impact goes farther than ever. See how various fundraising milestones support Psychological Sciences: 

  $1,000 Raised can...

  • Provide a study abroad scholarship, helping cover travel and program costs so more students can gain global experience and cultural perspective

  $5,000 Raised can...

  • Expand access to faculty-mentored research by supporting instruction, materials, and student participation in hands-on scientific inquiry

  $10,000 Raised Can...

  • Fund additional internship sections, allowing more students to gain real-world experience through supervised, career-building placements

Thank You for Your #AxeOfKindness

Thank you for believing in our students and in the power of education to change lives. Your generosity—whether through your time, talents, or financial support—creates opportunities that expand what our students can imagine for themselves and what we can offer them as educators. Because of you, our work is stronger, more innovative, and more deeply connected to the communities our students will one day serve.

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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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