Cornerstone: Aug. 22, 2022

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UAF orientation to welcome new students

The University of Alaska Fairbanks will welcome hundreds of new students during orientation activities this week.

Cox selected Fairbanks Campus OGCA director

Kimberly (Kim) Cox was selected as the new director of the University of Alaska Fairbanks Office of Grants and Contracts Administration (OGCA).

Quick building blocks for a student-centered syllabus

Learn about research-informed strategies for making simple changes to your syllabus that will facilitate student success and retention. Bring a draft syllabus for the semester to work with. Don't have a draft? Come as you are. All are welcome. Coffee and snacks provided! In-person and Zoom options available.

What's happening today

Early Bird Loaded Fries and Corn Diggity Dogs food trucks

Deadlines and reminders

UAF Syllabus Addendum for Fall 2022

The UAF Faculty Senate approved adding the Associated Students of the University of Alaska Fairbanks advocacy statement in the syllabus addendum effective Fall 2022.

Long named GNAC Defensive Player of Week

Jessa Long, the libero for the Alaska Nanooks volleyball team, was named the Great Northwest Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Week on Monday, Aug. 22.

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