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Northern Arizona University pauses plans for med school

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An aerial view of the Northern Arizona University campus in Flagstaff.

Northern Arizona University is pausing plans for its College of Medicine amid economic uncertainty.

NAU says a challenging economic environment and a shifting landscape for American universities led to the decision.

University spokesperson Kim Ott says NAU will instead focus on proven strengths like its nursing program.

Read the full story on KNAU.org →

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