Many students experience a range of highs and lows throughout their collegiate career, and recent Northern Arizona University graduate Ashley Taylor is no exception. A runner on the track and field team, her athletic career was a bit of a roller coaster, lurching from the thrill of early success to … [Read more...] about Runner Taking Lessons from the Track to Help Others
Guarding Against the Flu
Warm days, cool nights, yellow and gold leaves, black-eyed susan flowers and the flu – all signal the start of autumn in Northern Arizona. And though some of “fall’s glory” is welcomed; some is not, such as the flu. During the 2017-2018 influenza (flu) season (October to May), more than 700,000 … [Read more...] about Guarding Against the Flu
Rent or Buy: Either Way, You’re Paying a Mortgage
Renting short-term is sometimes necessary and even beneficial, especially if your credit needs some TLC or if you are unsure where you want to live. With that being said, whether your monthly payment is going to a landlord or a mortgage company directly, you are paying someone’s mortgage. Housing in … [Read more...] about Rent or Buy: Either Way, You’re Paying a Mortgage
Does Physical Therapy Really Help Recovery?
If you or a loved one have suffered a stroke or traumatic injury or had surgery such as a joint replacement, you may think that medical treatment is what is needed to get you back to living the life you love. And while it is true that medical treatment can help put the pieces back together again, it … [Read more...] about Does Physical Therapy Really Help Recovery?
Twin Arrows Preparing for Travel Center and Education Partnership with Navajo Students
The Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise (Navajo Gaming) celebrated a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 20, to announce its first-class travel center at Twin Arrows Casino. In conjunction with the event, Navajo Gaming launched its first-ever Education Partnership for Navajo college … [Read more...] about Twin Arrows Preparing for Travel Center and Education Partnership with Navajo Students
Giovale Open Deck Observatory Taking Viewers Closer to the Cosmos
Michael Beckage was 11 years old when the night sky changed his life. Peering through a high-precision telescope, he observed the golden-ringed magnificence of Saturn. The mesmerizing moment never left his heart or mind. The Seal Beach, California resident now sets up telescopes on the town’s pier … [Read more...] about Giovale Open Deck Observatory Taking Viewers Closer to the Cosmos
Higher Education Paying Off for Arizona Students
Last month, Northern Arizona University hosted the Arizona Board of Regents for in-depth discussions about Arizona’s educational attainment and NAU’s important role in shaping our state’s workforce. I want to share a recent column that ABOR Chairman Ron Shoopman published during his time in … [Read more...] about Higher Education Paying Off for Arizona Students
Brain Gym Helping All Ages Stay Calm and Focused
Eleven-year-old Payne was experiencing some blocks with reading and math at school. He was having difficulty grasping the lessons and was struggling to focus. He had bouts of anxiety and sadness. Sixteen-year-old Aiden was in an alternative school to help him manage his academic challenges and … [Read more...] about Brain Gym Helping All Ages Stay Calm and Focused
Antioxidant Serums Boosting Skin Health During Massage
Did you know the skin is the largest organ of the human body? Our skin is made up of everything that covers the body, including the hair and nails. The skin is also the heaviest organ, accounting for nearly 20 percent of a person’s total body weight. The skin’s primary functions are to hold our … [Read more...] about Antioxidant Serums Boosting Skin Health During Massage
Tipped Workers Providing Maximal Work for Subminimal Pay
I am so grateful that the quality and variety of Flagstaff’s restaurants have improved over the last 10 years. I have my favorites and have come to know some of the waitstaff with my regular visits, as I am sure you have, too. It’s always nice to see a familiar, friendly face, especially during the … [Read more...] about Tipped Workers Providing Maximal Work for Subminimal Pay