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Friday Focus: It is not about COVID

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— by Dan White. Let me start by saying that I am not writing about COVID. This is not about COVID. Not COVID. OK, that said, let’s talk a little about COVID. Read more

Forrest Kuiper named acting fire chief

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Chief Forrest Kuiper has been named acting fire chief of the University Fire Department after Chief Doug Schrage's recent departure. Kuiper will remain acting fire chief until a successful recruitment is completed. Read more

Scientists look for cause of recent kittiwake die-off

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Scientists from the University of Alaska and other organizations are investigating a mass die-off of seabirds on Middleton Island in the Gulf of Alaska. Read more

Deadlines and reminders

Fall 2021 New Student Orientation schedule

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The fall 2021 New Student Orientation schedule is now live! These programs are a key step in helping students thrive at UAF. Read more

A day in the life of fisheries and hydrokinetic researchers

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Watch a new video that showcases the broader impacts of understanding the collision risk of fishes and the spinning turbines. Read more

Neal Brown’s legacy: Learning and laughing

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Neal Brown has died. The former leader of Poker Flat Research Range and the smiling, suspender-wearing man remembered by many Alaska kids was 82 years old. Read more

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