Legislative advocacy
UAF Impact
UAF alumni and students can make a big difference when it comes to advocating for the university. Personal stories about the impact a college education has had on lives, jobs, family and communities help legislators understand the value of state investment in the University of Alaska.
The UAF Alumni Association provides opportunities to connect alumni with legislators and the legislative process. This page is designed to share tips and best practices. We encourage alumni to reach out to legislators through UAFAA-sponsored events or on their own.
UA Impact Legislative Fly-in
Each year, a group of alumni volunteers from the nonprofit UAF Alumni Association
travel to Juneau for meetings with legislators and state leaders. Our alumni advocate
for UAF and higher education in Alaska. In recent years UAFAA has partnered with alumni
volunteers from UAA and UAS to form an all-UA alumni team. No state or university
money is used for this nonpartisan effort.
This year UA alumni are gathering in Juneau February 26-27, 2025 to thank legislators
and their staff in person and share personal stories of how UA has made a difference
in their lives.
If you'd like to get involved, fill out our form or reach out to the UAF alumni office at uaf-alumni@alaska.edu for more information.
Additional resources
UA Government Relations
One stop shop for all things UA and government.
UA Advocacy Website
Resources for UA supporters, including sample email language and tips and tricks.
Legislative Resources
Track bills, find Legislator contact information, watch committee hearings , and more!
Alaska State Legislature BASIS
Direct way to search bills and committees.
Office of the Governor, State of Alaska
Additional resources related to Alaska’s Governor including contact information
Sign up for the Capitol Report from the UA Government Relations team
A great way to stay up to date on issues important to the UA and how you can be an
advocate.