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Hello AZNIGP Members-

We are halfway through 2026, and our chapter has been busy. We participated in the annual Pat's Run, held our annual Reverse Vendor Trade Show at ASU West Campus and our May Chapter Luncheon.
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National Forum is only a month away and we look forward to seeing everyone in Columbus, Ohio.
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Our annual Regional Conference committee is in full swing with the vendor registration open and member registration to be open shortly.
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We have a member spotlight on Karie Ingles who has been in procurement for over two decades.

We are looking for our next leaders for Vice President and Treasurer for 2027. Applications are located in the document library. If you have questions please contact Susan Holt.

“Happy New Year!” or "We're Halfway There!"

However you look at it, time is flying and we are definitely having fun!!

From a Chapter perspective, I can’t believe that we are already halfway through the year. It seems like just yesterday we were setting goals for 2026, and now we're looking ahead to an exciting second half filled with opportunities to learn, connect, and continue building an even stronger Arizona Chapter.

Summer temperatures may be soaring, but so is the energy within our Chapter! We have lots to discuss so let’s get started!

One of our first opportunities this month is our NIGP National Webinar on July 21st, where we are excited to welcome Lori Noyes and Whitney Mugford-Smith, our Area 9 Ambassadors who will discuss the many benefits of being an NIGP National member. Whether you're a new member or a seasoned professional, I encourage you to join us and learn more about the valuable resources, educational opportunities, and professional connections avail

The HUB (Helping Undo Barriers) was established in 2019 following a vision introduced by Sarah Arsenault to Jim Lee, CEO of Grad Solutions. Grounded in the belief that students cannot fully engage in academic learning without first addressing their basic and emotional needs, the HUB model prioritizes Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs as a foundation for academic success and critical thinking. Recognizing that many students were unsuccessful in traditional school settings due to unmet barriers, the HUB was designed to identify, research, and respond to those challenges in real time. As barriers emerge or trend upward, the HUB adapts by developing targeted supports to remove them. Staffed by graduates who are the face of each HUB, mentors, social workers, and dedicated HUB managers, each HUB is intentionally designed to be a warm, safe environment where students are supported holistically and empowered to become their best selves. To learn more about The HUB go to www.mystudenthub.org.