In 1933, the student body adopted the axe as the symbol for nau_athletics . A year later, the gold axe pin is established to recognize outstanding achievements and distinguished service to the university. Today, we congratulate our 2021 Gold Axe & Distinguished Senior Award Recipients. ✨🪓🎗 #NAU #Lumberjacks #Seniors #Classof2021 #NorthernArizonaUniversity #GoldAxe #Award #NAUGrad #University #College #Commencement