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NAU Statewide
Advance NAU Statewide and Regional program development

The Statewide Initiatives and Alliances (SIA) department is a pivotal entity within the university, providing direction and leadership in advancing policy and strategic goals related to Statewide and Regional program development and design.  SIA ensures that systems and processes are in place to support flexible and market-driven offerings, as well as community college transfer plans, spanning the Northern, Southeastern, and Central regions of Arizona.

The NAU Office of Workforce Development (OWD) is a vital resource within the university community.  We specialize in connecting with businesses and industries to provide essential services such as workforce training, tuition partnerships, and academic programs, both for credit and non-credit.  Our aim is to offer students innovative solutions to achieve their academic goals and prepare them for success in the workforce.

Support SIA and OWD on NAU Giving Day

Reporting to the associate vice president, the regional directors and assistant director in Statewide Initiatives and Alliances play a crucial role in the development and cultivation of student and faculty-centric strategic partnerships for the university.  These partnerships with government entities, public agencies, tribal nations, and other strategic collaborators are essential for accelerating enrollment, employment, hands-on skill development, and overall student success and experience.

Your support for the NAU Office of Workforce Development Department is crucial in enabling us to continue providing valuable services to students and fostering partnerships with businesses and industries.  With your help, we can enhance our offerings, expand our reach, and ensure that students have access to the resources they need to succeed academically and professionally.

Thank You for Your Axe of Kindness

We are grateful for your generous support of both the Statewide Initiatives and Alliances department and the NAU Office of Workforce Development Department.  Your contributions are invaluable and enable us to foster meaningful partnerships, implement initiatives, and provide students with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed academically and professionally.  Your generosity and commitment to our goals empower us to make a positive impact on student success and the overall advancement of our university community.  Thank you for partnering with us in our mission to empower students and contribute to a skilled and prepared workforce.

$60,000
#AxeofKindness Legacy Challenge
Swing your #AxeofKindness on NAU Giving Day! Thanks to the generous support of six alumni families, your contribution can unlock $60,000 to assist students with essential needs through Louie Vouchers, Lumberjack Emergency Assistance Fund (LEAF), Louie’s Cupboard, and Blavin Scholars Programmatic Fund and First Scholars. Donating ensures that NAU students receive vital support during challenging times, covering areas such as food insecurity, financial assistance, and wellness resources, carrying on the Lumberjack legacy. Your generosity directly impacts programs providing a safe space and access to essential services. Join the Axe of Kindness Challenge today and make a difference in the lives of NAU students! WE Are Lumberjacks!
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$1,001
Route 66 Challenge Sponsored by Mother Road Brewing Co.
Join the Route 66 Challenge Sponsored by Mother Road Brewing Co.! Between 5-7pm MST, we aim to receive 66 gifts. Once we reach this milestone, Mother Road Brewing Co will generously donate $1001 to the NAU Society of Automotive Engineers student club. Your contribution during this timeframe can make a significant impact on our students' experiences and opportunities. Let's rev up our support and drive towards success together!
66 / 66 Gifts
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$29,100
The Bob Crozier NAU Foundation Board Challenge
We did it, Lumberjack Country! Thanks to your collective generosity, the NAU Foundation Board has committed support to the following areas: Charles R. and Teresa Bartels Scholarship, Lisa Bagwell Engineering Scholarship, Electrical Engineering Experiential Learning Award, Skyjacks, Student groups and Organizations General Fund, Theodore Johnson Lecture Series, Admiral Braun Leadership Endowment, Lumberjack Emergency Assistance Fund, The Fimea Family Endowment for Excellence in Communication, and The Lillian Jane Baker Teacher Education Fund, and Tony Tewelis.
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$8,875
True Blue Alumni Challenge sponsored by the NAU Alumni Association Board
Help us start off the day with our first milestone and show the Lumberjack community we are True Blue! When we reach 403 alumni gifts on #NAUGivingDay the following current and former members of the board will release a collective $8,875 in gifts: Blaise Caudill ’13; Kedren Dillard, ’00; Trina George, ’09; Carmelle Malkovich, ’03; Jana Harper, ’90; Melvin Hunter, ’10; Jim Jayne, ’91; Joe Mead, ’83; Maggie Thom, ’12; , Wayne Watson, ’84; Rick Koch, ’72; Janet Sweigart, ’83; Mary O'Driscoll, ’82; Marquitta Rippy, ’15; Eduardo Moreno, '21; Brandon Rivera, '14; Alex Gutierrez, '85 '90; Eduardo "Eddie" Moreno, '21; Nancy Serenbetz, '75; Kari" Kent, '91; and Veronica Hipolito, '97, '02 . WE Are Lumberjacks!
403 / 403 Gifts
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$6,750
NAU Leadership Challenge
Join our NAU campus leaders: Karen Pugliesi, John Georgas, Josh Mackey, Anika Olsen, Ann Marie deWees, Harlan Teller, and Rensu Yang on #NAUGivingDay 2024! Help us reach 1,000 gifts overall and unlock impactful support. Once we hit our goal, these university leaders will release their gifts totaling $5,250. Let's unite as Jacks and make a difference together! WE Are Lumberjacks
1,000 / 1,000 Gifts
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Leaderboard
Support what you love - top supported funds
Lumberjack country is supporting their favorite funds. Tracking here are the top supported funds by gift.
Rank Areas of Support Gifts
1 Essential Needs Impact Fund 112
2 Early Childhood Education Center 66
3 Women's Swim & Dive 60
4 Wellness Impact Fund 44
5 Education Opportunities Impact Fund 39
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$603
The Staff Advisory Council's Lumberjack Community of Care Challenge
Join The SAC (Staff Advisory Council) Challenge by making a gift to any fund on Giving Day and SAC leadership will donate $603 to the Employee Lumberjack Fund (ELF). For over 25 years, ELF has provided over $50,000 in aid to NAU employees during times of hardship. Your donation, no matter the amount, directly supports NAU staff facing emergencies, demonstrating our Lumberjack community's commitment to care and unity. Let's stand together and make a difference in the lives of our fellow Lumberjacks.
750 / 750 Gifts
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