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At the University of Alaska Fairbanks, we take great pride in following our academic
traditions. From the time students arrive to the time they graduate, we have many
events that serve as milestones in their academic journey. The most coveted milestone
in this academic journey is the conferral of a degree and the grand commencement ceremony
that celebrates the achievement of our graduating students. UAF is about to celebrate
its 101st commencement on May 6 at the Carlson Center in Fairbanks, other commencement
ceremonies at the community campuses, and special graduation events. These celebrations
are rooted in historic practices, have a deeper purpose, and great symbolic significance.
The Rasmuson Library is hosting a film viewing and science discussion on Tuesday, April 25 from 6-8 p.m. in celebration of Earth Day. No registration is required. Light snacks will be provided.
BYO non-alcoholic drink. The Library will show two 30-minute films 'Maratus' and 'Straws.' Each film will
be followed by a short discussion and Q&A with UAF scientists Derek Sikes and Alexandria
Sletten.
Theresa Quiner serves as the Kuskokwim Consortium Library Director at the Kuskokwim
Campus. She consistently has a great attitude, loves her job and the patrons she interacts
with. Recently, the Kuskokwim Consortium Library was nominated for the National Medal for
Museum and Library Service award for the second year in a row under her leadership
as library director. Theresa provides educational support, community enrichment, and
is also striving to meet the needs of the population she serves.
Green-up, that time when leaves burst forth from Alaska’s deciduous trees, has important
implications for the seasonal ecology, society and even meteorology in the state.
The unique multi-decadal record of green-up dates in Fairbanks has been used to develop
a technique for forecasting green-up and related events in the Interior and more broadly
in the boreal forest regions in Alaska. Join Rick Thoman from UAF Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy and Jan
Dowe from OneTree online on April 25 at 11 a.m. to learn more about the green-up forecast and tools for birch tappers and others.
To register, visit our website.
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The University of Alaska Fairbanks College of Business and Security Management will
present over $45,000 in cash prizes and scholarships at the Arctic Innovation Competition
award ceremony Saturday, April 22, from 1-5 p.m. at the Wedgewood Resort.
The UAF Trailblazer Recognition Ceremony celebrates first-generation students receiving
two-year associates, one-year certificates and occupational endorsements. Students
receive honor cords to wear during UAF’s commencement to signify they are the first
in their family to graduate with post-secondary credentials. The ceremony is Tuesday, April 25at 6 p.m. at the CTC Ruth Lister Gathering Area.
Prince of Wales Island residents can learn about growing, harvesting and preserving
food safely in classes designed to increase local food security. Many of the activities are free; others have a small fee. For more info, visit bit.ly/maritimePOW23 or contact Sarah Lewis via email or 907-455-2010. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made five
business days in advance to Lewis.
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