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Learn to save seeds for future generations of plants

If you love a plant and want to grow it again next year, tune in to a free, statewide webinar to learn how to save, store and germinate seeds. Alaska horticulturalist Debbie Hinchey will share the knowledge and experience she has gained in more than four decades of collecting seeds. Read more and register for the webinar.


UAF scientists discover phenomenon impacting Earth's radiation belts

Two University of Alaska Fairbanks scientists have discovered a new type of "whistler," an electromagnetic wave that carries a substantial amount of lightning energy to the Earth's magnetosphere. Learn more about the research.


A researcher samples water quality in a river.

ASGP 2024-25 undergrad research apprenticeships

Undergraduate students from any science, technology, engineering or mathematics fields are eligible to apply for a $7,300 stipend to conduct a research or engineering project directly related to NASA's interests. Must be a U.S. citizen. The application deadline is Sept. 1! Get more info on the apprenticeships and how to apply.


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Fall '24 student job fair

Is your department looking to hire student employees for the upcoming school year? UAF Career Services and the Center for Student Engagement will host the annual Student Job Fair on Thursday, Sept. 5, in the Wood Center from noon to 3 p.m. Read more on how to register for a table at the job fair.


Sensor installation at Antarctica

UAF receives funding to enhance nuclear proliferation detection

The University of Alaska Fairbanks has been named to a group of 12 universities tasked by the federal government with improving and expanding the nation's detection of nuclear weapons proliferation. Learn more on the funding at UAF.


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.

 

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