Winter trees on a mountain on a snowy day.

Budget update: Nov. 13

We will be discussing our options and hearing your thoughts on specifics for the anticipated FY21 reduction at the budget forum on November 21.
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Winter weather advisory

A winter weather advisory is in effect from noon today through 6 a.m. Friday with a possible accumulation of 3 to 5 inches of snow, making travel difficult. Read more

Teaching Tip: Digital literacy

Digital literacy has become increasingly important in higher ed as we try to keep our programs relevant in a rapidly changing digitally enhanced world.
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UAF physics students host stargazing event, open house

UAF physics students host stargazing event and open house
The Society of Physics Students at UAF will host a free stargazing open house Nov. 15. The family-friendly event also will feature interactive physics demonstrations inside the Reichardt Building on the Fairbanks campus. Read more

What's on today

UA Press Book Club at the Pub
Talk: 'When a Scientist Needs to Advocate'
National Teddy Bear Day with Nanook

Deadlines and reminders

NASA EPSCoR Rapid Response Research
Meditation class in The Well
Sign up for United Way Chili Cook-Off
Winter Shorts (begins Nov. 15)

Celebrate National Teddy Bear Day with Nanook

Everyone is invited to hang out and get their photo taken with UAF's mascot Nov. 14 from 2:15-3:45 p.m. in the Gathering Room of the Brooks Building.
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Energy, healthy homes workshops

The Cooperative Extension Service will offer free workshops in Anchorage Nov. 19-20 on water testing, energy efficiency, and testing for radon and carbon monoxide. Read more

Saving for Retirement workshop

This is a free workshop for students, faculty and staff held in Gruening 402 on Nov. 21 from 1-2 p.m. It’s never too early or too late to start saving! Read more

LARS Holiday Bazaar

Do some holiday shopping while supporting UAF vendors, including UA Press, Sea Grant and the UAF map store on Nov. 22 in the Murie lobby. Read more

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