Heather Alegre, A Prescott Native, Recognized During Tri-University Hispanic Telethon

FLAGSTAFF, AZ (02/27/2012)(readMedia)-- Heather Alegre, a Senior International Affairs Major from Prescott, Arizona, was recognized for her work with the recent Tri-University Hispanic Telethon, in collaboration with Telemundo television station. Heather provided our Hispanic community information for families on higher educational opportunity, preparing for college, and  access to college by removing financial barriers through federal, state, and institutional  financial assistance.

Founded in 1899, Northern Arizona University has established a powerful legacy of educating students to help them make a difference in the world. With an expansive Extended Campuses program, the university has an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 20,000 students located at more than 30 sites across Arizona or online. The university is a leader in integrating sustainability into university policies and educational curriculum highlighted by the Platinum LEED-certified Applied Research and Development building, the third-greenest building in the world. More information is online at nau.edu/