Her research focus also examines best educational practices for culturally-and linguistically diverse students including native, Americans, immigrant and refugees. Northern Arizona University (NAU) has received a national award– five consecutive times– as a higher education institution in the United States that serves the largest numbers of culturally-diverse students. Dr. Herold’ work greatly adds to the body of knowledge of her institution. She has been the recipient of two Fulbright Fellowships that have taken her to observe educational programs in Japan, China, Australia and Central and South America, She is the author of two books and a number of articles.