As a new school year approaches, Northern Arizona University continues to develop initiatives aiming toward postsecondary education attainment while seeing success from those recently launched.Â
Access2Excellence, NAU’s new enrollment policies and Arizona Attainment Alliance are all part of the long-term effort to increase postsecondary education attainment and enhance student success for all individuals. These programs are meant to show students that their educational goals are in reach.
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