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Retchenda George Bettisworth

Retchenda George Bettisworth appointed as UAF Chief Diversity Faculty Fellow

Retchenda George Bettisworth has been appointed as the UAF Chief Diversity Faculty Fellow. In this position, George Bettisworth will focus on collaboration, training, advocacy and policy development. Read more about the experience she brings to this new role.


Nanook Hockey tailgate

Join us at Latitude 65 Brewing Co. on Saturday, Jan. 13,  from 4-7 p.m. as we boost our enthusiasm to support the Alaska Nanooks Men's Hockey during the 3rd weekend of Governor's Cup games in the state. Show off your blue and gold attire, and you might win tickets to the game, foam paws, beanies, or even a wearable jersey. Capture a moment with Nook and get ready to witness the trophy presentation to UAF! The puck drops at 7:07 p.m. at the Carlson Center. Join us for a thrilling evening! Read more about the event and prizes


White papers sought for NSF GEOPAths funding opportunity

The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research is soliciting white papers for the National Science Foundation's Pathways into the Earth, Ocean, Polar, and Atmospheric & Geospace Sciences (GEOPAths) Program. Learn more about the program and the submissions due by Jan. 19.


UA Foundation scholarship selection committee training

The Feb. 15 deadline for scholarship application submissions is fast approaching. To better serve our stakeholders, the University of Alaska Foundation is offering open training during January and February to help make the scholarship selection a smoother process. Read more on the training classes available.


Call for undergraduate student opportunities

In addition to our yearly funding cycles, URSA also helps to publicize ongoing opportunities from faculty, staff, postdoctoral researchers, and graduate students. If you are leading a project this spring or summer 2024 term and are seeking undergraduate student participation, please let the URSA office know so staff can share your opportunity on their website.

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Get a new cell phone? Set up Duo mobile!

Whether you received a new phone as a gift or are treating yourself to a well-deserved upgrade, don't forget to configure the Duo Mobile app before returning to campus. Read instructions on enrolling your phone.


Students pose for a photo holding up giant check and awards.

Arctic Innovation Competition ideas due March 1

The Arctic Innovation Competition is accepting ideas for 2024. Competitors of all ages in North America may submit their ideas for a chance to win cash prizes of up to $15,000. The deadline to submit is March 1, 2024, 11:59 p.m. Alaska time. Learn more about submissions.


Claim your WeVideo account

The Center for Teaching and Learning provides access to WeVideo, a cloud-based, collaborative video editing tool. WeVideo is accessible to all faculty, staff, and students and integrates with multiple platforms for easy asset management and publication. Read more about WeVideo access.


About Cornerstone

The Cornerstone employee newsletter is produced by University Relations and emailed to all UAF staff and faculty. You can submit news items here.

 

UAF is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination/.