Support for Students
As a student at UAF there are many supportive services available to you on campus, in the community and nationally. You are not alone, so please do not hesitate to reach out and ask for help!
UAF Supportive Services and Guidance
There are many support services available through any UAF campus! Check out the tabs below to see what support services are available to you.
Student Support Services
The office of Student Support Services is dedicated to assisting, empowering and advocating for students who are first-generation, have limited income, or those who experience a disability. Student Support Services is a great resource for students, as they offer comprehensive academic and personal support, designed for every student's different needs. Their goal is to offer academic and personal support, and so encourage students to explore and engage with their career and personal goals, while completing their education.
Rural Student Services
If you are a student from Alaska's rural villages, or other parts of the arctic, we suggest you contact the office of Rural Student Services. Serving rural and Alaska Native students from across Alaska, Rural Student Services (RSS) will help you make UAF your home away from home!
Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability
The focus of the Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability is preserving individual rights, ensuring compliance with policy and law, and fostering accountability. Their overall goal is to provide a respectful, diverse and inclusive university environment. ORCA will serve as a single point of contact for matters involving Title IX, discrimination, student behavioral intervention, crisis management and our Student CARE Team. Please do not hesitate to reach out to them if you, or some you know, are in need of help or have concerns.
Student Health and Counseling Center
The Student Health and Counseling Center is here to help UAF students stay healthy, grow and develop personally, and do as well as they can in their university studies. They offer a variety of Services at the center, including medical care, counseling services and assistance with the graduate and international student insurance plans.
Academic Advising Center
The Academic Advising Center at UAF provides personalized advising support to make sure students get the help they need. They can answer information on deadlines, degree and other education requirements, and much more.
Career Services
Whether you know what you want to do after graduation or are just starting to think about what comes next, Career Services is here to help you pave your post-college path. Meet with advisors to explore career options, prepare applications for internships and jobs, make connections with employers and take control of your future!
UAF Writing Center
The UAF Writing Center offers free tutoring sessions for students. You can book a session online, and sessions are available in person, as well as virtual sessions. Please visit their website for more specific information and to book an appointment.
UAF Math Lab
The UAF Math Lab offers free tutoring sessions for students enrolled in lower division MATH and STAT courses. Please visit their website for more information and how to book an appointment.
The Center for Teaching and Learning
The Center for Teaching and Learning is a collaborative space that unites students, faculty, and staff, harnessing your collective expertise to foster a vibrant exchange of knowledge, culture, and lived experiences. With a shared commitment to inquiry, discovery, and engagement, we foster innovative, interdisciplinary learning communities that inspire intellectual growth and transformative experiences.
Community Support Services
There are many local support services available here in Fairbanks, Alaska. We recommend you review the Community Resources Guide so you can find a full list of local community resources that are available to you!
Additional Resources and Support
If you have questions about laws, regulations and responsibilities you might encounter when transitioning to college, please review the U.S. Department of Educations page on Students with Disabilities Preparing for Postsecondary Education. Additional information and recommendations towards a successful transition can be found there as well.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness has a variety of supportive services, self-help groups and local offices in your area to help people in the United States struggling with their mental health.
The Comprehensive and integrated services for learning differences and mental health (chc) can assist students and their families/caregivers navigating through learning differences and mental health issues. On their website you can also find information on the transition process from highschool to college, as well as information on how to support students and families.
College Readiness and Transition
Transitioning from highschool to College can be a big step, and it is important that all students are prepared for it. Disability Services (DS) has put together two lists that can help you see if you have the suggested skills and preparations for your new chapter in life.
Emergency Preparedness
Lastly, we request that all UAF students, faculty and staff review our Emergency Preparedness Guide. In a case of emergency it is vitally important that all students, especially students with disabilities, are prepared for potential emergency situations and managing a crisis. Students are their best first responder, as you know yourself and your needs best, so please take the time to plan ahead. If you are concerned or have questions about the Emergency Preparedness Guide, or how you can prepare yourself, please contact our office to set up a meeting.