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  Professional librarians frequently debate the higher purpose of the library, especially
as society and technology change. Are we a public meeting place? Are we an internet
service provider? Are we an information gatekeeper? Are we all about books? Anyone
using libraries lately knows that we are currently all of those things, and more;
we are the heart of any community engaged in the pursuit of knowledge.
Calling graduate students and early career scientists, artists, and outdoor guides!
Inspiring Girls* Expeditions Alaska is seeking instructors for our 2023 expeditions!
Links to position descriptions and application instructions can be found on our website: www.inspiringgirls.org/work-with-us. Please contact Sarah Clement, the program coordinator, with questions.
With funding provided by the National Recording Preservation Foundation, the University
of Alaska Fairbanks Oral History Program was able to have 59 'Cuttlefish Project'
magnetic audio reels digitized by a professional company.
Please join us for virtual BITB: Bystander Intervention training hosted by the Nanook
Diversity and Action Center on Thursday, Feb. 2 from 3-5 p.m. Bringing in the Bystander is a prevention program based on the concept that all community
members have a role to play in ending incivility, harassment, violence and discrimination.
Sign up for the virtual training via Zoom using this Google form.
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Deadlines and reminders
What do ChatGPT and other massive AI tools mean for you as a teacher? In this Zoom session on Thursday, Feb. 2 from 1-2:30 p.m., participants will learn about massive AI and discuss how to teach in the context
of tools like ChatGPT. In addition to developing creative pedagogical solutions, participants
will have the opportunity for hands-on exploration of what these tools can do. Reserve your seat here!
Magnetic north, the default setting on many phone compasses, is often many degrees
off from true north, depending on where you are on the planet.
UAF continues the move to Canvas as its Learning Management System. If you are still
teaching courses in Blackboard, now is the time to plan your path to migrate course
content to Canvas before spring 2024 ends. eCampus is here to assist with the move and is able to provide support at varying
levels to best fit your style. To get started, direct questions via the UAF Faculty Hub Slack or schedule a consult with an instructional designer.
Visit the UAF faculty and staff page for a one-stop shop for links and information
tailored just for employees. You’ll find important deadlines highlighted at the top, along with links to relevant
information. Have a suggestion? Send your feedback!
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