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$163,000 raised at sold-out Blue & Gold Celebration

Donors at Saturday's Blue & Gold Celebration contributed nearly $163,000 to support scholarships for University of Alaska Fairbanks students. Read more details about the event.


Sign up for R1 Strategy Workshop

UAF faculty, staff, and students are invited to join a community conversation on our collective journey to achieve R1. This half-day workshop is an opportunity to learn and weigh in on what R1 could mean for UAF, what's happened so far to get us there, and how you can contribute to shared success. We need all voices at the table; it's going to take everyone to get to R1! Register today for one of the limited seats available.


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UAF to celebrate Oktoberfest with two events

An Oktoberfest celebration at the University of Alaska Fairbanks will feature a panel discussion and a day of festive activities. Read more about the various events and activities.


FY26 TVEP applications open

TVEP applications for Fiscal Year 2026 are now open. This program is an important funding source for each university to be responsive to Alaska's current and future workforce needs. Learn more about the deadlines and resources available.


Godafoss waterfall in Iceland. Photo provided by Overseas Adventure Travel.

Incredible Iceland travel program open

Registration is now open for Summer Sessions and Lifelong Learning's 10-day educational travel program to Incredible Iceland, Sept. 15-25, 2025. Space for this unique program is limited to 15. Register now for the educational travel program.


Join the Month of Writing in October

UAF writers are invited to join a Month of Writing, with writing sessions every Friday and a supportive community of writers to keep you accountable. Participants can expect to develop new skills for navigating academic, technical, and creative writing as well as techniques for productivity and wellness in our writing practices. Read more and register to participate.


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Multistate project to evaluate alfalfa in northern climates

University of Alaska Fairbanks soil scientist Caley Gasch has been named co-principal investigator in a multistate project to study alfalfa grown in northern climates. Learn more about the three-year U.S. Department of Agriculture project.

What's happening

Deadlines and reminders


NTS launches strategic IT planning initiative

Nanook Technology Services is launching a Strategic IT Planning Initiative to better align technology services with the evolving needs of the UAF community. As part of this initiative, NTS is conducting a stakeholder survey in collaboration with Info-Tech Research Group to gather feedback on key business objectives. The survey will measure how well technology services meet UAF's needs and guide the strategic planning efforts. Read more about the strategic IT planning initiative.


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Alaska Lumber Grading Program adds training dates

Four training dates are scheduled in October for individuals who wish to earn certification from the Alaska Lumber Grading Program. The free program's purpose is to expand Alaskans' ability to use locally harvested lumber for homebuilding. Learn more and register for one of the additional sessions.


Sign up for non-credit pickleball for adults

Are you curious to try out the fastest-growing sport in the USA? Pickleball is a net sport that takes elements of tennis and ping pong, combining them into a game that is accessible for kids as well as senior citizens. Read more and register.


Parking decal design contest

The UAF Office of the Bursar is excited to announce the opening of a new contest for the design of next year's sustainable hanging parking decals. UAF students, staff, and faculty are invited to showcase their creativity and submit a design incorporating the UAF themes. Get more info on submitting your design. 


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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