The NAU Review — A student’s idea is bringing generations together + meet an NAU swimming star from Team USA

April 8, 2025

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

Young woman sitting with three elderly people, two women and one men, writing letters

Bringing generations together

NAU students and senior citizens don’t have too many opportunities to interact with each other—but Honors College student Emma Patterson is changing that. Inspired by her relationship with her grandparents, Patterson launched a pen pal program connecting NAU students with residents at The Peaks as part of an independent study course. The writing club not only bridges generational gaps but also encourages students to see beyond seniors’ physical and mental limitations.

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Confronting substance use disorder in Arizona

A grant is funding training in substance use disorder treatment for NAU’s future healthcare providers and helping current Arizona healthcare providers meet patients where they are.

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Changing education one family at a time

NAU Yuma students are changing education in their community through a program that provides opportunities for families to learn the best way to support their children’s education.

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National Student Athlete Day
with Keegan Knott

Meet an NAU swim team superstar who is majoring in exercise physiology. Hear about what inspires this two-time Team USA paralympian, why she chose swimming as a sport and what pushes her to keep going.

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