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Carol Swarts and a colleague stand by the Arctic Circle sign on the Dalton Highway during their ground squirrel research trip.Scientists’ longtime friendship spurs a foundation for the next generation

A medical doctor impressed with a UAF professor’s neuroscience work has created a student scholarship in the professor’s name. Read more in the summer 2024 Aurora.


Music in the Garden moved indoors this week due to smoke

Due to smoky conditions, Music in the Garden will be held in the UAF Regents' Great Hall in the Fine Arts Complex on Thursday, June 27. Read more about the event and free parking available.


Nanook Technology introduces new smart locker system

Nanook Technology Services is deploying a new smart locker system located just outside of Bunnell Room 230. The lockers streamline the process of dropping off and picking up devices for service, making it easier, faster and more secure for everyone involved. Learn more about the system expected to be fully operational by fall 2024.


Call for URSA review panel members

The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Activity is seeking members for the 2024-2025 URSA application review panel. Faculty members, postdoctoral fellows and research staff from all UAF campuses and disciplines are invited to participate. Read more about participating and sign up to review applications.

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New employee welcome event July 9

A new employee welcome will take place Tuesday, July 9, on the Troth Yeddha' campus. The welcome covers a brief history of the university, along with mission, vision and strategic objectives. Read more about the event.


Stream Clean-up Day deemed a success

Saturday, June 15, was the 20th Annual “Stream Clean-Up Day.” More than 80 volunteers joined in and removed 2,240 pounds of trash from area streams. Learn more about all the items accomplished in the event. 


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/.