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Regents’ professor Julie Baldwin inducted into National Academy of Medicine

Beck Thomas | November 15, 2023

In October 2023, Dr. Julie Baldwin, founding and Executive Director of NAU’s Center for Community Health and Engaged Research (CHER), became one of the newest members inducted into the U.S. National Academy of Medicine (NAM). NAM membership stands as one of the most prestigious accolades in health and medicine, acknowledging individuals who have shown exceptional professional accomplishments and strong dedication to service. … Read more
Julie Baldwin alongside her sons Nate and Nick Johnson, mother Jeanne Harding, daughter Isabella Johnson and husband Bill Johnson at the 2022 National Academy of Medicine Class Member Induction Ceremony.

Strength in diversity: The Indigenous heartbeat of health equity

Beck Thomas |

At the Center for Community Health and Engaged Research (CHER), we’ve discovered that building trust is vital in conducting comprehensive research and upholding the integrity of our research center. As we embark on this journey toward a more inclusive approach to health equity, we’ve discovered one element that makes all the difference – the presence and participation of indigenous voices within our center… Read more

NAU advances cancer health equity in native communities with inter-tribal forum

Beck Thomas | November 14, 2023

In a milestone event, Northern Arizona University’s Center for Native American Cancer Health Equity (C-NACHE) convened their first-ever Arizona Inter-Tribal Cancer Health Equity Forum (AICHEF) on September 26, in Flagstaff. The forum hosted 40 attendees from various tribal nations and tribal-serving organizations across Arizona and built the platform for diverse voices to flow freely with the infusion of cancer health data and policy updates. … Read more
Two AICHEF participants gather to speak to each other on the topics they heard.

JPB-Harvard Fellowship supports pilot research for Dr. Mike Anastario

Beck Thomas |

The JPB-Harvard Environmental Health Fellowship supports junior faculty who conduct research on the combined influence of environmental and social determinants of health inequities. The program offers training, collaborative learning, and research support for fellows to conduct innovative pilot research… Read more
Dr. Spengler speaking to NAU students, faculty, and staff about air pollution and climate change.