The NAU Review — Our 2023 Homecoming Dedicatee!, Inclusive Insights and NAU’s role in solutions to housing challenges

Oct. 5, 2023

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Sharon Singer Doctor sits with hand over her mouth in disbelief

Sharon Singer Doctor named 2023 Homecoming Dedicatee 💙💛

On a quiet Tuesday morning, something special happened—the Office of Indigenous Student Success staff retreat was abruptly interrupted by a parade of cheering staff, students and media, there to name this year’s Homecoming Dedicatee: Sharon Singer Doctor. The director of Student Life Experience for Indigenous Student Success, Doctor has dedicated more than 29 years to NAU working in various departments on campus. As the Homecoming Dedicatee, she will participate in a number of events throughout the week of Homecoming, starting with a banquet held in her honor.

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Humans of NAU
with Victor Ramos Sanchez

Sanchez credits his family history spanning different Mexican cultures for his desire to help lift others to similar opportunities. Learn how the associate professor in analytical chemistry got his start and how his research is contributing to a sustainable circular economy.

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Celebrating inclusivity this October

A new series in The NAU Review, Mallett, VP for Inclusive Excellence, invites the campus community to participate in events and opportunities for conversation and education. This month we celebrate Disability Pride and Heritage Month, Indigenous Peoples’ Day and National Coming Out Day, among others.

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Explore housing challenges

The $3M HUD project will fund the Arizona Research Center for Housing Equity and Sustainability, which will be located at ASU. Top housing researchers from four Hispanic-Serving Institutions and community leaders, including the Economic Policy Institute, will explore housing challenges, focused on Hispanic and underserved communities in the arid Southwest.

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