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CTC seeks public input on LPN program for accreditation review

The University of Alaska Fairbanks Community and Technical College is seeking public feedback as part of the review process for the accreditation of its licensed practical nursing program by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Learn where to submit the requested feedback.


The Pinopolis Lock in the Charleston, South Carolina, area

Dams built to prevent coastal flooding can worsen it

The common practice of building dams to prevent flooding can actually contribute to more intense coastal flood events, according to a new study. Read more about the study's findings.


Mid-semester feedback

Mid-semester feedback is a widely practiced method for supporting in-person courses. The opportunity to gain anonymous mid-semester feedback allows instructors to learn where there is a student consensus or division, make mid-term adjustments to enhance student learning and consult expert instructional designers to make the most of student feedback. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity! Learn more and register for a consult.


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UAF to host opening for Student Success Center Sept. 18

The University of Alaska Fairbanks will host a grand opening for its new Student Success Center on the sixth floor of the Rasmuson Library on Wednesday, Sept. 18. The event is free and open to the public. Read more about the grand opening.


Artwork submission form for UAF staff/faculty exhibit

Don't miss the first-ever Beyond the 9 to 5 exhibit highlighting the artistic endeavors of UA employees across campus. Beyond the 9-5 is a UAF Staff and Faculty exhibition featured in the UAF ART Gallery in the Fine Arts Complex on campus. It is open to all non-ART department Faculty and UAF Staff members. Learn more and get the submission link.


University Police Department accepting their Mocktail Mixology Trophy.

SoBear mocktail mix-off winner

The Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability Prevention and Outreach Department is excited to announce the 2024 SoBear Mocktail Mix-Off Award winner: UAF Police Department! Read more about the winning mocktail.

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The SoBear Festival

The Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability Prevention and Outreach Department in collaboration with Recover Alaska will host its first SoBear Fest from Sept. 19-21. The festival will offer a variety of events for students, staff, faculty and community members! Read more about the festival events.


Canvas workshops offered by CTL

Level up your Canvas skills by exploring the CTL's resources and upcoming workshops. From creating functional and engaging page designs to working with Canvas's peer review and accessibility tools, workshops are an opportunity to learn more and get direct support from designers. Learn more about upcoming workshops.


A simple black-and-white outline map of the United States overlaid by the state of Alaska.A guide to the Alaska that was (is)

In 1935, in the middle of the Great Depression, President Franklin D. Roosevelt established the Federal Writers' Project. His goal was to provide jobs for American writers who found themselves unemployed after the stock market crash of 1929. Merle Colby was one of those writers. Read more about his account.


From campus to career: Adapting higher ed to modern hiring trends

In recent years, hiring practices have undergone significant transformations, accelerated by the impact of COVID-19. In response, higher education institutions are re-evaluating their roles in preparing students for the evolving job market. Microcredentials have emerged as a valuable tool to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical job skills. Learn more about microcredentialing.


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/.