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Friday Focus: Happy start of the new year

Happy new year and start of the spring semester to the UAF community! I hope that you experienced a joyful holiday season and are looking forward to what 2024 has to bring. We have so much happening at UAF that continues to make it a wonderful place to be. Read more of this week's Friday Focus.


Volunteers needed for Staff Recognition and Development Day

The Staff Council is looking for volunteers to serve on the Staff Recognition and Development Day committee, as well as day-of volunteers. Read more about this volunteer opportunity. 


UAF in the News

These Indigenous women are leading the way on climate change (Advocate Channel)

New legislation aims to address $1.5 billion University of Alaska maintenance backlog (Alaska Public Media)

Retired Fairbanks journalist talks about upcoming book on Fairbanks Four (Fairbanks Daily News-Miner)

An Alaska climate expert reviews 2023's weather and climate highlights (Alaska Beacon)

What's happening

Deadlines and reminders


Saturday: Here Comes the Sun concert 

Celebrate the turning of the season with the annual "Here Comes the Sun" concert Saturday, Jan. 13, at 7 p.m. in the Regents' Great Hall. Get more information about the concert.


Cornerstone Award nominations open 

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 Chancellor's Cornerstone Award. The award recognizes UAF staff members who have shown outstanding and ongoing commitment to UAF's community and mission. Learn how to nominate a colleague.

 

 

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