NAU Applied Indigenous Studies Department

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NAU Applied Indigenous Studies Department Location
Room 100 A Building 70
SBS West
19 W McConnell Drive PO Box: 15020
Flagstaff, AZ 86011
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Today, on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, the Department of Applied Indigenous Studies at Northern Arizona University honors an...
10/12/2026

Today, on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, the Department of Applied Indigenous Studies at Northern Arizona University honors and recognizes the resilience, knowledge, languages, and sovereignty of Indigenous peoples — past, present, and future.

Here in Flagstaff, at the base of the San Francisco Peaks, we’re reminded every day that this land is the homeland of Native nations whose histories, cultures, and contributions continue to shape our community.

Today and every day, we celebrate Indigenous peoples and the work of our students, faculty, and community partners.

Learn more about NAU AIS: https://nau.edu/college-social-behavioral-sciences/department-applied-indigenous-studies/

Happy First Week of the Semester!We're so excited to welcome students, faculty, and community members back to campus! As...
08/25/2026

Happy First Week of the Semester!

We're so excited to welcome students, faculty, and community members back to campus! As you settle into your new routines, come say hello. Applied Indigenous Studies has a brand new home!

This summer we said goodbye to SBS West after many wonderful years, and we've officially unpacked in the Student Academic Services (SAS) building, right next to the Bookstore.

📍 Physical location: SAS (Building 60)
📍 Reception desk: Third Floor, opposite the elevator
📍 Chair's Office: Fourth Floor, Room 451

Stop by, introduce yourself, and let's make this semester a great one together!

Still time to apply!NAU's Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Tribal Nation-Building, Leadership, Management & Administra...
07/27/2026

Still time to apply!

NAU's Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Tribal Nation-Building, Leadership, Management & Administration gives students the governance, leadership, and administrative tools Tribal Nations need to thrive — through the Department of Applied Indigenous Studies.

As one graduate put it: "Without a doubt, I am more effective in my community service goals and more influential as a tribal leader and manager, thanks to my AIS Graduate Certificate courses." — Robyn Jackson, Executive Director, Diné C.A.R.E.

🗓️ Fall 2026 applications due July 31
💰 The Endeavor Fund Graduate Fellowship is available (apply after acceptance)
📧 Questions? [email protected]

Reminder - applications are open for NAU's Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Tribal Nation-Building, Leadership, Manage...
07/24/2026

Reminder - applications are open for NAU's Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Tribal Nation-Building, Leadership, Management & Administration!

This program equips students with the governance, leadership, and administrative skills Tribal Nations need to thrive — offered through the Department of Applied Indigenous Studies.

🗓️ Application deadline for Fall 2026 admission: July 31
💰 Funding available: The Endeavor Fund Graduate Fellowship (apply after acceptance)
📧 Questions? Reach out to [email protected]

We're excited to share the very first edition of our Department of Applied Indigenous Studies newsletter!Inside this iss...
07/23/2026

We're excited to share the very first edition of our Department of Applied Indigenous Studies newsletter!

Inside this issue: celebrating our incredible Class of 2026 graduates, a record-breaking year for the AIS Hogan, Dr. Alisse Ali-Joseph's well-earned tenure, an alumni spotlight on Darrien Benally, our students presenting at the World Social Science Association Annual Meeting, and AIS faculty leading the community conversation on AI data centers and Indigenous sovereignty.

Thank you to our students, faculty, alumni, and community partners for making this year one to celebrate. Stay tuned — our next edition drops in November!

Today we honor Arizona's 22 sovereign Tribal Nations on Arizona's Native American Day, and recommit to the belief that e...
06/02/2026

Today we honor Arizona's 22 sovereign Tribal Nations on Arizona's Native American Day, and recommit to the belief that education rooted in Indigenous knowledge is the foundation of sovereignty.

At NAU's Department of Applied Indigenous Studies, we prepare Indigenous students from Arizona and across the nation to return home as leaders — in governance, law, environmental science, and cultural preservation. Your culture is not a barrier to your education. It is the reason for it.

Learn more: nau.edu/college-social-behavioral-sciences/department-applied-indigenous-studies/

Please join us in congratulating Amaya Pablo on receiving the Gold Axe Award from Northern Arizona University! The Gold ...
05/14/2026

Please join us in congratulating Amaya Pablo on receiving the Gold Axe Award from Northern Arizona University!

The Gold Axe Award is one of NAU's highest honors, presented to graduating seniors who demonstrate outstanding scholarship and service. Amaya, your achievement is a testament to your hard work, perseverance, and dedication to your community.

We are incredibly proud of you and can't wait to see the amazing things ahead for you. Congratulations! 🎓💛💙

Are you a current or aspiring leader in an Indigenous community? Northern Arizona University's Department of Applied Ind...
05/14/2026

Are you a current or aspiring leader in an Indigenous community? Northern Arizona University's Department of Applied Indigenous Studies is offering a Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Tribal Nation-Building, Leadership, Management, and Administration — and scholarships are currently available!

This fully online program prepares you to work with Indigenous Nations, organizations, and government agencies in areas like law & policy, economic development, financial management, Indigenous leadership, and tribal public administration.

The 18-credit certificate can also be applied toward NAU's Master of Public Administration degree — so your hard work keeps paying off.

🔗 Learn more and apply: https://degree-search.nau.edu/degree/INDTRINBCT
📞 Call us: (928) 523-6219
📧 Email: [email protected]

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Join us this Thursday for NAU's Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives (MMIR) Awareness Day — a powerful day of remem...
04/28/2026

Join us this Thursday for NAU's Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives (MMIR) Awareness Day — a powerful day of remembrance, healing, and community action. 🤍

📅 Thursday, April 30, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
📍 Center for Native American and Indigenous Futures (CNAIF), Building #14

This day is for our relatives. Come walk with us, listen, reflect, and stand together in solidarity.

Highlights include:
- Community Walk & Grounding Activity
- Keynote Lunch with Navao Nation Councilwoman Amber Kanazbah Crotty (Navajo) — sharing her powerful advocacy work around MMIR (12:30–1:30 PM | Lunch provided!)
- Justice for Our Relatives: Law, Policy & Accountability Panel
- Indigenous Q***r, Trans & Two-Spirit Panel
🎬 Screening of "She Cried That Day" — directed by Amanda Erickson (San Carlos Apache) — followed by an in-person conversation with the director (5:30 PM | Dinner provided!)

Every seat filled is a statement that we see our missing and murdered relatives. We do not forget them.

Questions? Contact [email protected]

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Flagstaff, AZ
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