Discover 'Arctic and Northern Studies Gems'
... your source for celebrating the remarkable achievements and research of our faculty, students, and alumni. From pioneering studies and field expeditions to impactful publications and awards, stay informed about the latest developments in Arctic and Northern research.
Arctic and Northern Studies Gems
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Leadership at the Top of the World
December 04, 2024
Explore Arctic leadership with PS 493/693. Weekly guest talks by top Alaska leaders are open to the public in person or via Zoom.
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October 29, 2024
Tyler Kirk explores memory in Russia's Far North after the Gulag in a Kennan Institute book talk on Oct 30. Register for the webinar link to attend.
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UAF Takes on Global Challenges at West Point
October 12, 2024
Professor Boylan and students Cole Osowski and Nels Ure represented UAF at West Point's SCUSA conference, discussing U.S. foreign policy challenges.
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October 10, 2024
Join Yale's Paul Sabin for an insightful talk on environmental politics, climate change, and community participation. Zoom or in-person at GRUE 614E. Oct 16, 10:30 PM.
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A Night of Gold: Highlights from the Blue & Gold Celebration
September 27, 2024
Community spirit shone bright as nearly $163K was raised for UAF scholarships at the Blue & Gold Celebration on September 14th.
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AY23-24 Promotion and/or Tenure Recipients
September 13, 2024
Congratulations to our outstanding faculty members who earned promotions or tenure during AY 23-24! Your dedication and achievements inspire our entire community.
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Brandon Boylan named an Usibelli Award Winner for 2024
August 24, 2024
Congrats to UAF's Brandon Boylan, awarded the 2024 Usibelli Distinguished Teaching Award for his impact in Arctic studies and dedication to students.
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2023-2024 Outstanding Students of the Year
May 01, 2024
Join us in congratulating the College of Liberal Arts' 2023-2024 Outstanding Students of the Year!
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February 15, 2024
Join us for the book launch and discussion with author Tyler Kirk on February 29, 2024.
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November museum programs explore life in the Arctic
November 02, 2023
Family programs at the University of Alaska Museum of the North will explore life in the Arctic during November.
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UAF's 2023 Legacy Lecture to feature author, historian Mary Ehrlander
May 26, 2023
The University of Alaska Fairbanks 2023 Legacy Lecture will honor author and professor emeritus Mary Ehrlander. The lecture is scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, June 5, in the BP Design Theater, Room 401 of the Usibelli Building.
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Al Jazeera asks UAF's Phil Wight about the Willow Decision
April 07, 2023
Phil Wight, Assistant Professor of History and Arctic & Northern Studies made a live national TV appearance when he spoke with Al Jazeera English about the Willow decision on Tuesday, March 22, 2023.
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From Colonization to Conservation: MA Arctic & Northern Studies Thesis Defense by Hannah Ney
April 05, 2023
Please join us online via zoom for Hannah Ney's Arctic and Northern Studies MA Thesis Defense, From Colonization to Conservation: Examining Representations of Nonhuman Arctic Animals in British Children's Literature during the Long Nineteenth Century on Tuesday, April 11th at 1pm AKST.
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Toolik Field Station receives another five years' funding
August 02, 2022
Toolik Field Station, the largest scientific research station in the Arctic, has received $19.7 million in funding from the National Science Foundation for five more years of operation.