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UAF helps in COVID-19 response

— by Dan White Our campuses may appear to be quieter since the COVID-19 pandemic began, but our students, staff and faculty continue to work hard to respond to student and community needs. Read more

Graduates: Submit info to graduation site by May 11

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Graduates should submit their info by May 11 to be included in the virtual event, which will feature their photo, degree and a personal message. Read more

Sign up to be a Class of 2020 ambassador

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We're looking for ambassadors to share information with classmates, friends and family about 2020's virtual commencement on May 23. Read more

Student life thrives through virtual programs

Join resident assistants, professional staff and student leaders in the new world of virtual engagement! Read more

'Gardening in the Arctic'

This month’s virtual IARC Salon, on making the most of your Alaska garden this summer, will take place Thursday, April 23, from 2-3:30 p.m. Read more

First-generation cord ceremony

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College students who are the first in their family to receive a bachelor's degree will be honored at a virtual ceremony Friday, April 24, at 6 p.m.
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Chancellor's forum on diversity

Please join Chancellor Dan White and other university leaders for a forum on diversity from
1-2 p.m. Thursday, April 30. Read more

Suicide prevention training

The April 23 training aims to reduce suicidal behaviors by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training. Read more

Gearing up for gardening

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The Gear Up for Gardening series will focus on Interior growing conditions. Sessions will be offered Mondays and Thursdays, through May 18. Read more

Daily drop-in ends Friday

The Student Health and Counseling Center will host the final student daily drop-in for the semester via Zoom on Friday, April 24, from 1-2 p.m. Read more

Help prevent Zoombombing

Protect yourself and your meeting participants by following these Zoom security guidelines and FAQs.
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About Cornerstone

The photograph at top was taken before snowpeople were advised to practice social distancing by staying at least 6 feet away from their frosty friends. The Cornerstone student newsletter is produced by University Relations. You are receiving this email via your UA-issued email address because you’re listed as active in our system. If you are no longer a student, please contact us at uaf-cornerstone@news.uaf.edu.
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