Cornerstone: May 8, 2024

A bumblebee sits near the peak of a raceme of water-beaded pink flowers atop a fireweed plant.

Insects of Alaska forest humming along

Recent long-term studies revealed a three-quarters reduction of insects in parts of Germany and an 80 percent decline of pollinating flies at a field site in Greenland. What's going on with numbers of Alaska insects? Learn more about the health of Alaska's insect ecosystem.

Week's events: Greg Hill, gut health, native plants, klezmer

University of Alaska Fairbanks Summer Sessions and Lifelong Learning is hosting more than 40 free lectures, concerts and events this summer. Here's what's happening the week of June 24-30.

Workshop: Becoming a better listener

Statistics show that people remember only half of what they hear, even moments after they’ve heard it. This workshop offers a fresh approach to this common problem. Learn more on Friday, July 19 from 11 a.m. to noon during a free webinar delivered by ComPsych.

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Credential Connection: UAF Microcredentials

The Center for Teaching and Learning offers microcredential consultations to assist you as you look for new, innovative ways to promote success while equipping a diverse population of students for the demands of the workforce. Read more on registering for consultations.

What's happening

Online food preservation class (June 25)

Deadlines and reminders

An artist works during the 2023 Indigenous Peoples Day celebration in Wood Center. UAF photo by Leif Van Cise

College of Indigenous Studies seeks artist for logo design

The University of Alaska Fairbanks College of Indigenous Studies is seeking an artist to design a logo for the college. Read more and apply by the July 8 deadline.

Employee Experience Task Force posts recommendations

The UAF Employee Experience Task Force submitted its first round of recommendations to the chancellor in early May. The group reviewed employee survey data dashboards and provided recommendations for improvement in multiple areas. Learn more about the recommendations.