The NAU Review — Expanding your worldview in Puerto Rico + bad news for water in the West

The NAU Review. The official news source for Northern Arizona University.

Aug. 5, 2026

We deliver top headlines to the Lumberjack community every Tuesday and Thursday during the academic year. For more, visit in.nau.edu/news

Students and faculty flash their LJs in Puerto Rico.

¡Saludos desde Puerto Rico!

At NAU, a journey beyond the continental United States is more than a class; it’s a life-changing adventure. This summer, through the Global Citizens Project Scholars program, Lumberjacks explored cultures, met new people and experienced the world through fresh perspectives, all while discovering that understanding others is the first step toward understanding their own place in the world. ¡Vámonos!

Rain Orchard at the Grand Canyon with their sculpture work.

A uniquely northern Arizona path for emerging artists

A new collaboration between NAU and Grand Canyon Conservancy gives emerging artists the time, mentorship and experience to begin building a sustainable creative practice in one of the world’s most inspiring landscapes. Meet the first artist-in-residence: NAU alum Rain Orchard.

Caelum Mroczek and Abe Springer studying a spring

New study spells bad news for headwaters in the West

A study led by Ph.D. student Caelum Mroczek found the headwaters of rivers across the western U.S. could see a 45-65% decline in base flow by the end of the century due to climate change, which threatens our economy and communities.

A volunteer cleans the dining room at Riordan Mansion

VIDEO: Be a part of Flagstaff’s history

You don’t have to go far to experience life in the early 1900s. From working in the gift shop and giving guided tours to maintaining the grounds and cleaning artifacts, there are a variety of volunteer opportunities at Riordan Mansion Historic State Park.