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Ore body at Graphite Creek

Research reveals geologic history of critical Alaska graphite deposit

A University of Alaska Fairbanks researcher is among the scientists who have revealed the metamorphic history of a high-grade graphite deposit on the Seward Peninsula. The Graphite Creek deposit is among the largest known of its kind in the United States. Learn more.


Recap, recordings available from Alaska Mariculture Conference

Video recordings and a post-conference survey report are now available from the recent Mariculture Conference of Alaska, hosted by Alaska Sea Grant. More information and links to the conference resources can be found in a recap of the event from Alaska Sea Grant. 


Portrait of Drew Koch (Photo courtesy of Gardner Institute)The Gateway Course Completion Line: A Call to Action for UAF Educators

In this session on Thursday, April 20 from 1:15-2:15 p.m. in the Schaible Auditorium, Gardner Institute CEO, Drew Koch, will share findings from a national analysis of gateway course outcomes. These findings shed light on who does and does not succeed in gateway courses, and what is at stake if these outcomes are not examined and addressed. In addition, the session will provide examples of evidence-based and equity-minded teaching and learning practices that educators can apply in their efforts to improve learning and success in foundational college-level courses. Attend in person or reserve a seat to attend virtually.

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SeaHunter aircraft in Nenana

New hangar will make Nenana a base for drone cargo testing

Nenana's airport will be the site of a new 4,800-square-foot hangar for the Alaska Center for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Integration. The hangar will serve as a base for drone cargo test flights between Fairbanks and the small city 54 miles to the southwest.


Aaron Stone talk: "Shattering the Silence" 

Come Join NDAC for a Sexual Assault Awareness Month Event on April 19 from 6-7:30 p.m. in Wood Center Conference Room 204. Aaron Stone will be presenting his story about being a survivor of Sexual Assault as a child. He speaks about recovery, societal paradigms and biases. Content Warning: This presentation will be discussing sensitive material, such as: violence, sexual assault, coercion and child abuse. Advocates and a Counselor will be present.


Midnight Sun Visiting Writers Series: Poetry reading w/Elizabeth Bradfield and Sara Ryan

The Midnight Sun Visiting Writers Series presents a joint poetry reading with Elizabeth Bradfield and Sara Ryan on Tuesday, April 18 from 7- 8:30 p.m. in the Murie Auditorium (or online via Zoom). Learn more and RSVP here.


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