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Galena river energy project receives $9.5 million

The Yukon River village of Galena and the University of Alaska Fairbanks will investigate whether in-river turbines can provide electricity to the community. The UAF Alaska Center for Energy and Power and the nonprofit Sustainable Energy for Galena Alaska will explore the idea. Their project has received a $9.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy. Read more about the project.


Spring Mental Health First Aid training

Student Health and Counseling will continue to offer Mental Health First Aid training to the UA community throughout the spring 2024 semester. The next course will be held virtually via Zoom on March 28 and 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. Learn more and register for the training.


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Museum programs focus on warmth in March

Family programs at the University of Alaska Museum of the North will explore the theme of warmth in March. Read more on the programs on March 8 and 9.


Responsible Conduct of Research training March 26

Responsible Conduct of Research training will be offered via Zoom on Tuesday, March 26 from 1-4:30 p.m. This workshop fulfills the National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health requirements for formal RCR instruction. Read more about training and how to sign up.


Osher Lifelong Learning Institute seeks instructors

Want to share your passion and knowledge? UAF’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is currently seeking volunteer instructors for the fall semester. It's a wonderful, low-stress opportunity to gain teaching experience with a friendly audience. Read more about this opportunity and how to submit courses for the fall semester.

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CTL 2024-25 Faculty Development Program Guide available

The Center for Teaching and Learning has released its 2024-25 faculty development guide, including links to apply to multiple programs and certificate pathways. Find the perfect program to elevate your skills, connect with peers, and explore the vanguard of higher education pedagogy. Read more on the guide.


Sign up to receive Faculty Senate actions

Use this form to subscribe to the distribution list to receive approved actions (motions, resolutions, memos, etc) from the monthly Faculty Senate meetings. For more information or question, please contact Molly Enochs, governance manager, at mkenochs@alaska.edu.


Elevate learning with PlayPosit webinars

Join PlayPosit designers for any or all of the upcoming professional development learning opportunities to improve interactive video integration in course materials. Learn about classes and register.


A black dog stands by a trail in the snow that passes through a puddle filled with chunks of ice. In the background is a high bank on which spruce trees grow.

Wet overflow a winter hazard in Alaska

While following a snowmachine trail recently, my dog and I came to a low spot that looked like a swimming pool filled with ice water. The air temperature was about 5 degrees F. Read more about this winter hazard.


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