Dec. 15, 2021

Dear UAF faculty and staff,

I was saddened to learn that Joan Wadlow died last week.

Joan served as UAF’s chancellor from 1991 to 1999, and was awarded chancellor emeritus status when she retired. Among her many accomplishments, she oversaw UAF’s first-ever private fundraising campaign. My condolences go to her family and friends, and to the staff and faculty who knew her.

If you or someone you know is struggling with this loss, please don’t struggle alone. Free help is available. Employees are eligible for free counseling through the Employee Assistance Program. Please call 1-888-993-7650, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 

— Dan White, chancellor