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Celebrate coffee and cake this week
September 27, 2021
Indulge in a coffee-inspired dinner Sept. 29, then get free birthday cake Oct. 1, even if it's not your birthday!
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Apply for URSA Community Engaged Learning Awards
September 27, 2021
Apply by Oct. 17 for up to $500 to work with a community partner to explore a community need or problem. The focus must support undergraduate learning.
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CRCD hires graduate student coordinator
September 24, 2021
Christine Davenport will draw from her own experience as a first-generation, nontraditional, distance learner to support and foster student success.
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September 24, 2021
The 2021 Career Fair will be held Wednesday, Oct. 27, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. as a virtual event on Handshake. The fair is open to all students and alumni.
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Share your thoughts with Dining Services
September 24, 2021
The staff at Dining Services want to hear from you! Just send a text to give your feedback anonymously.
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Changes happening at Rasmuson Library
September 23, 2021
The library is moving into the more active phase of modernizing the library's sixth floor, which will eventually house an academic success center for students.
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Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month art submissions
September 22, 2021
In honor of Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, the UAF Spanish Club is seeking student artwork for an upcoming exhibit on campus.
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September 22, 2021
Everybody's gotta eat, but sometimes allergies or dietary preferences can make that harder.
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Accommodations for people who experience disabilities
September 21, 2021
Working with the Office of Disability Services to put accommodations in place is one of the best ways to consistently address the impacts of a disability in a variety of settings.
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Survey open on graduate students' well-being
September 15, 2021
UAF graduate students are invited to participate in a research survey on their well-being. The survey will take 25 to 45 minutes.
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Sipping Streams in the M3 Cafe
September 14, 2021
The M3 Cafe in the Murie Building is now open and serving items from local partner the Sipping Streams Tea Company.
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Call for research projects: 2021 BLaST research mixer
September 14, 2021
The BLaST program will host its annual research mixer Wednesday, Oct. 5, from 4-6 p.m in the Murie Auditorium.
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September 13, 2021
Learn how to become a better ally to the LGBTQ+ community during Ally Week 2021 the week of Sept. 20.
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Indigenous graduate students focus on co-production of knowledge
September 11, 2021
This semester, the new University of Alaska Fairbanks Tamamta program began with a cohort of nine Indigenous students.
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UAF names spring, summer 2021 honors students
September 09, 2021
The University of Alaska Fairbanks has announced the students named to the deans' and chancellor's lists for the spring and summer 2021 semesters. The lists recognize students' outstanding academic achievements
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Geophysical Institute pair receives NASA funding for volcano research
September 08, 2021
Research assistant professor Társilo Girona and his doctoral student, Claire Puleio, have each received a three-year NASA funding award to study volcanoes.
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Research grants available through Alaska Space Grant
September 08, 2021
Alaska Space Grant Program is accepting applications for graduate research grants. STEM graduate students at Alaska institutions of higher education are invited to apply.
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COVID-19 vaccine requirement for single-student housing
September 07, 2021
Students living on campus have until Oct. 29 to get the COVID-19 vaccine, which is now required for those living in single-student housing. Getting vaccinated is the number-one thing you can do to help keep you and those around you safe and healthy.
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September 04, 2021
Win T-shirts, Bear Bucks, even free parking for a year!
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Save the date: Chancellor's convocation Sept. 30
September 03, 2021
Please join Chancellor Dan White from 1-2 p.m. at the Patty Center gym, Thursday, Sept. 30, for a celebration of UAF's accomplishments over the past year.
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Combating COVID-19 takes layers of prevention
September 03, 2021
Since the beginning of the pandemic, public health officials have advised people to use multiple ways to keep themselves safe. This layered approach also applies to the way UAF operates.
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September 02, 2021
On Monday, Sept. 6, Dine 49 will be open for brunch from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (for GrubHub orders only) and dinner from 4-7 p.m.
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Intramural sports start Sept. 6
September 02, 2021
The Nanook Recreation intramural season starts next week, with opportunities to play cornhole, tennis, volleyball, hockey and much more.
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Student surgical assistants needed for biomedical research
August 31, 2021
The Center for Transformative Research in Metabolism is seeking three undergraduate student positions to assist a veterinary technician with surgical procedures.
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Starvation Gulch bonfire build sign-ups
August 31, 2021
This year the Student Activities Office is calling all clubs, organizations, departments, residence halls, or any affiliated campus group to consider signing up to build one of the Starvation Gulch Bonfires.
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COVID-19 vaccine attestation, change in email schedule
August 30, 2021
If you haven't done so yet, please submit your COVID-19 vaccine attestation. If you are vaccinated, you may opt in to a regular drawing to win a prize.
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Urban Auntie Show every Wednesday at 11 a.m.
August 30, 2021
Student Laura Ekada continues her weekly radio show, "The Urban Auntie Show," every Wednesday at 11 a.m. on KSUA 91.5 FM, by podcast and online.
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August 30, 2021
OIT's service desk has implemented several new processes to help support campuswide health and safety measures this fall.
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Stress and coping workshops for students
August 27, 2021
The Student Health and Counseling Center will host virtual groups for students this semester, starting with "Taking Charge of Your Headspace," a stress and coping workshop series.
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August 25, 2021
Get your food and dining questions answered from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 23-27 at Dine 49, and at Campus Cache Aug. 30-Sept. 3.
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August 25, 2021
Read about Ray Alda's tenacity, Fred Calef's Mars rover map work and the chemical clues in animals' diets -- all in the summer 2021 Aurora.
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New financial circumstances might mean new needs
August 25, 2021
If your family's financial situation has changed in the last two years, you can request a review of your eligibility for aid from the Financial Aid Office.
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August 24, 2021
Most online courses this semester are in Blackboard or Canvas. If you haven't logged in yet, do so as soon as possible.
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New app connects you to classmates, rewards
August 23, 2021
Starting this fall, you have access to CircleIn, a students-only app that connects you to your classmates and rewards you for studying.
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Apply for scholarships in geospatial sciences
August 23, 2021
Two $500 scholarships for undergraduate students and one $1,000 scholarship for a graduate student will be awarded. The deadline to apply is Sept. 2.
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Student performance notifications coming
August 23, 2021
Instructors will be emailing performance feedback to students if they have concerns and or to recognize hard work. The emails will come through the UAF notification system called Nanook Navigator Aug. 27-Sept. 9 and throughout the semester.
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UAF facts and figures gives quick overview
August 20, 2021
The UAF facts and figures website includes brief institutional and first-year data profiles, along with enrollment information and the most recent graduation numbers.
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Mentorship program for first-generation students
August 20, 2021
The First-Gen Mentorship Program offers first-generation students an opportunity to connect with faculty, staff and alumni across the university who can support them in their endeavors.
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Auditions for Theatre UAF's 'Misanthrope'
August 20, 2021
Theatre & Film UAF will hold open auditions for its fall mainstage production, "The Misanthrope," on Saturday, Aug. 28.
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$1,000 grants available to student groups
August 18, 2021
Student groups can apply for a grant of up to $1,000 from the UAF Alumni Association. The funds will support projects that identify specific needs and improve campus opportunities for current students.
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PolarExpress card online application
August 18, 2021
The PolarExpress card is the official UAF photo identification card used by students, staff and faculty to access UAF facilities and to make purchases.
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Indoor cycling class offered outdoors
August 18, 2021
Nanook Recreation will offer indoor cycling classes again — but outdoors — Tuesdays at 5:45 p.m. starting Aug. 24.
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Student Health and Counseling Center fall hours
August 18, 2021
The Student Health and Counseling Center is open Monday through Friday in fall 2021. All students who are registered for at least one class are eligible for services.
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August 18, 2021
UAF eCampus will host virtual sessions for students wanting a tour of Canvas and/or Blackboard. This fall, UAF will use both Canvas and Blackboard.
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August 18, 2021
New students and new-to-online-learning students are encouraged to join the eCampus advising team on Zoom for a quick, conversational welcome to UAF eCampus.
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August 18, 2021
The UAF Student Health and Counseling Center is offering COVID-19 testing clinics.
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Register for intro to strength training class
August 17, 2021
The six-week class is progressive in nature, and you will learn the basic concepts and safety considerations when resistance training.
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Kuskokwim Way road closure Wednesday
August 17, 2021
Please avoid Kuskokwim Way at the intersection with North Tanana Loop while construction crews work.
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Fall classes will use Blackboard and Canvas
August 16, 2021
Fall semester starts next week and some of your courses may be using Canvas instead of Blackboard. No matter which platform your instructor is using, you'll get access on Aug. 23 and can use your UA credentials to log in.
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Pearl Brower to lead Alaska Native success, diversity, inclusion work at UA
August 12, 2021
Pearl Brower will be senior advisor for Alaska Native success, institutional diversity and student engagement at the University of Alaska.
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Canvas consumes less bandwidth than Blackboard
August 12, 2021
Canvas was chosen in part because it consumes less bandwidth than Blackboard, making it more accessible for students in areas with low bandwidth.
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August 12, 2021
Starting Aug. 14, you can buy your parking permit through the online portal. You'll get a two-week temporary permit by email.
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Save the date: Chancellor's forum on the budget Aug. 19
August 11, 2021
Save the date for a chancellor's forum on UAF's budget Thursday, Aug. 19, from 1-2 p.m. The forum will be held online.
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Bathroom beer launches career: Glenn Brady '93 -- summer 2021 Aurora
August 11, 2021
Silver Gulch grew from just a single employee more than two decades ago to a payroll of about 150. Then 2020 challenged it all.
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UAF senior design project goes to market
August 11, 2021
A team of UAF mechanical engineering students used their senior project to design a better and more mobile inflatable emergency backboard.
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Marketing tagline survey open through Aug. 9
August 04, 2021
Help define UAF in just a few words in a short marketing survey. The survey closes Aug. 9.
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New Rasmuson Library website coming
August 02, 2021
Starting Aug. 7, the Rasmuson Library website will have a new look. Staff are still completing the final updates, but you can test-drive the new site today.
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Download the Canvas Student app
August 02, 2021
One perk of UAF's transition to Canvas is that it has a robust mobile app, allowing you to engage with your course from the palm of your hand.
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Calling all first-gen advocates and alumni
August 02, 2021
If you were the first in your family to graduate from college, you can apply to mentor first-generation students for the 2021-2022 academic year.
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Reduced access to Hess Village parking, Kuskokwim Way in August
August 02, 2021
Some parking areas in Hess Village and part of Kuskokwim Way will be impacted during parts of August for a lighting improvement project.
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Apply for the 2021 URSA Mentor Awards
July 30, 2021
Faculty, postdoctoral researchers and graduate students can apply for up to $5,000 for undergraduate research and scholarly learning opportunities. The application deadline is Sunday, Sept. 12.
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Canvas offers 24/7 student support
July 27, 2021
Starting this fall, more UAF courses will use Canvas instead of Blackboard. Canvas offers support via email, phone or live chat.
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Student board gauging interest in neighborhood shuttle service
July 13, 2021
A survey is open through Aug. 20 to assess student and employee interest in taking a free shuttle to the Troth Yeddha' Campus on weekdays.
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School of Education and K-12 Outreach transition
June 30, 2021
At UAF, the School of Education will move out of the College of Natural Science and Mathematics and function as an independent school.
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Series of impacts and success stories highlight institute work
April 30, 2021
A series of stories highlight outreach from the Cooperative Extension Service and research by the Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station.
