Professor Spotlight: Emily Manone
Senior Lecturer, First Year Seminar Program
Hometown?
Westhampton Beach, NY
Blue or gold?
Blue 💙💙
Flagstaff summer or winter?
I prefer winter with lots of snow! ❄️☃️
Spring or fall?
I prefer the fall with the aspens. 🍂
When did you come to NAU & why?
I came to NAU in 1993 as an undergraduate student.
What is your favorite spot on campus?
North Quad, where I used to study as a student
Where’s the best place in Flagstaff to grab a bite to eat?
Pizzicleta 🍕
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
Never do anything without passion.
What is one tip every Lumberjack should know?
It might be quicker to walk than take the bus.
Whats your favorite NAU tradition?
The decorated Christmas tree on north campus 🎄
What do you want the NAU community to know about your department/class?
We are deeply committed to our students as a whole person and bringing humanity to the classroom.
What is something students might not know about you?
I used to be a sailor.
Something I can’t live without?
Snow ❄️❄️❄️
I would listen to these songs on repeat?
“No Se Estar Enamorado” by Jarabe de Palo, “Send my Love” by I’m with her, “Starting Over” by Chris Stapleton
What is your hidden talent?
Dancing 💃
What are you currently watching?
Reservation Dogs
Currently reading…
Malintzin’s Choices by Camilla Townsend
Favorite podcast…
Alt Latino with Felix Contreras
Describe your typical day on campus
I teach classes in the Riles building on north campus. Twice a week I start at 8am, which is painfully early, and also a quiet, peaceful time of day on campus.
On the weekends where can we expect to find you?
Hiking, biking, skiing, paddle boarding or cooking ⛷
What does your dream vacation look like?
A place that offers great outdoor adventure and delicious food
