Northern Arizona University (NAU) is relocating approximately 550 students from Mountain View Hall due to a bat infestation that began in early September, with at least one bat testing positive for rabies. Despite initial pest control efforts, the infestation has persisted, prompting the university to move students to nearby accommodations for the rest of the academic year. Parents have expressed frustration over the university's delayed response, citing ongoing bat sightings and inadequate initial measures. The relocation decision follows consultations with Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) to ensure student safety and enable comprehensive bat mitigation. Students are advised to avoid any interaction with bats, and a hotline has been set up for bat sightings or incidents. The university aims to pursue permanent solutions to prevent future occurrences of such infestations.