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REMINDER: R1 forum detailing workshop results on Nov. 19

Chancellor Dan White will host an R1 forum on Tuesday, Nov. 19, from 1-2 p.m. in the Davis Concert Hall and online via UAF's YouTube channel. The event will focus on the results of the recent R1 strategy workshop that drew more than 60 UAF students and employees. The forum will include time for audience questions. All members of the UAF community are encouraged to attend. Read more about the forum.


John Harley stands out in woods during a rainy day in Juneau, Alaska.

BLaST celebrates November 2024 Scientist of the Month

John Harley, a research assistant professor at the University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, is the BLaST Scientist of the Month for November 2024! Harley has been involved with BLaST since 2015. He was a former BLaST Graduate Mentoring Research Assistant for two years as a Ph.D. student in biochemistry and graduated from the University of Alaska Fairbanks in 2017. Harley’s research focuses on a One Health framework, where linkages between humans and the global and local environment and animals are seen as connected. Read more on Harley and his research.


Beyond the Ballot: 2024 Election Debriefing Panel

Join us for a deep dive into the 2024 elections on Nov. 19 at 5:30 p.m. in Schaible Auditorium. UAF’s Political Science faculty — Professors Amy Lauren Lovecraft, Brandon Boylan, and Russell Luke — will each give a 10-15 minute presentation on key insights from the presidential, Congressional, and Alaska state races. A Zoom option is available for those who cannot attend in person.


Spotlight: Professional Development Services

In addition to the professional development training and certification opportunities featured earlier this month, the Talent Acquisition and Development department is spotlighting some of the development services provided to all University employees, regardless of campus affiliation. Read more about various professional development services available.

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Basket of qiviut yarn colors new for 2024.LARS and Friends Holiday Market

The Large Animal Research Station is moving its gift shop to the Murie Building Lobby for one day of holiday shopping on Wednesday, Nov. 20 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.! We will be there with all manners of muskox and reindeer goodness for you to gift to your loved ones or to yourself. And yes, we have lots of fresh Muskox Kisses to deck your halls. Learn more about the market event.


Adult Mental Health First Aid class Nov. 23

Summer Sessions and the Fairbanks Wellness Coalition are co-hosting a free Adult Mental Health First Aid course on Saturday, Nov. 23 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Learn how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Learn more and register.


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