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Charles Mason stands by camera and van.

Aurora: Striving for imperfection

Charles Mason embraces the chaos of collodion photography, returning to an archaic technique after mastering the digital revolution. Find out more in the fall 2022 Aurora.


Design contest for student artwork

UAF eCampus is sponsoring a student design contest for a marketing campaign in the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. All UAF students are invited to submit original artwork which will be featured on a printed banner in the N terminal of the airport. The chosen artist will receive a $1,000 tuition award. The final day for submissions is Nov. 30.


Surviving 40 Below workshop

Stop by Arctic Java from 1-2:30 p.m. on Dec. 1 as Outdoor Adventures presents an overview of winter life in Fairbanks and at UAF including basic clothing systems, regional terms, things to do in the winter, winter car care, moose encounters, and tips for maintaining your mental health. Have gear? Drop off donations at the Wood Center through Nov. 30. Need gear? Look for a winter gear survey from Nanook Navigator. 


Two bowls of chili and two spoons on a table with cheese and limes nearby.

2022 United Way Chili Cook Off

The 2022 United Way Chili Cook Off will be held Thursday, Dec. 1 from noon to 2 p.m. in the Wood Center. Stop by for some chili, vote for your favorite, and support the United Way of the Tanana Valley! 


CTC Registration Week, Nov. 28-Dec. 1

It’s time to register for spring 2023 classes at the UAF Community and Technical College! Join us at CTC downtown on Thursday, Dec. 1 from 4-6 p.m. for free food while shopping for your future among over 40 of our programs. We’re also offering online information sessions Nov. 28-30. To sign up for online sessions, visit https://www.ctc.uaf.edu/registration
week/
. Throughout the week, CTC will waive your $40 UAF application fee when applying to any UAF CTC program. By attending in-person or online, you will also be entered into a drawing for some great prizes, including over $700 in free tuition to a CTC program and $100 Amazon gift cards.


A researcher stands by his poster at a science conference.

Share AGU posters with your colleagues

Mather Library and Rasmuson Library invite everyone presenting a poster at the American Geophysical Union fall meeting in Chicago to participate in a pre-conference poster session Dec. 8 from 1-3 p.m. in the Mather Library. 


UAF Athletics logo on blue backgroundNanook Sports Update

Men's Basketball falls in game one of Mt. McKinley Bank North Star Invitational

Men's Basketball grabs first home-court win with 72-65 victory over Westminster

Hockey falls to Penn State in series finale; Eyes turn to Alaska Airlines Governor's Cup in two weeks

Nordic Ski maintains the Nordic Cup; Defeat Seawolves in two-day event

Nanooks honor Kissell and Silva for November Warriors of the Month; SPC Spence honored by Fort Wainwright and CDT Carr honored by ROTC

Women's Basketball battles but falls to Post in game one of the Mt. McKinley Bank North Star Invitational

'Nooks get first win on home court; Knock-off Salem to end Mt. McKinley Bank North Star Invitational

Wass posts a Double-Double but Nanooks fall to Montana State Billings to open GNAC play

Volleyball brings home pair of awards with Academic and All-Region Honors


A man works on a solar panel

ACEP expands summer internship program

Interns have played an integral role in the UAF Alaska Center for Energy and Power’s development and growth, and in return ACEP has provided a launch pad for interns to continue their professional careers. In 2022, ACEP hired 16 interns who worked in almost all aspects of the organization. We’re excited to announce the expansion of the 2023 summer undergraduate internship program. Applications open on Dec. 5, and project summaries will go live that day on the internship website. Students will have the opportunity to specify projects that align with their interests and future career goals.

Whats happening today

Deadlines and reminders


Academic Deadlines

  • Spring 2023 open registration (all UAF, UAA and UAS students, including nondegree students) (Open now)

  • Last day of instruction
    (Dec. 10)

  • Residence halls close at noon (Dec. 18)

  • Winter break (no classes, most offices closed; reopen Jan. 3 at 8 a.m.)
    (Dec. 23-Jan. 2)

  • Financial aid is disbursed
    (Jan. 7)

  • Residence halls open at 8 a.m. (Jan. 13)

  • New Graduate Student Orientation (Jan. 13)

  • Orientation for new students (Jan. 13)

  • First day of instruction; late registration begins (Jan. 17)


Photo of Tehya McLeod leaning against a birch tree in the Alaskan outdoors during winter.Exploring Shifting Landscapes

Join URSA in celebrating Tehya McLeod, fall 2022 URSA Student Project awardee, as she opens her exhibit: Exploring Shifting Landscapes on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, from 7-9 p.m. in Arctic Java in the UAF Wood Center. McLeod is a local Alaskan artist inspired by the land around us. This project was funded by an URSA Fall Student Project Award and will be on display in Arctic Java through December.


Climate conversation among Asian and Black Communities in Interior Alaska

Engaging Under-Represented Voices is hosting a research kickoff Thursday, Dec. 1 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Lola Tilly Commons 301 with great food (catered by Seoul Gate Korean restaurant) and conversation exploring how Asian and Black communities are being impacted by environmental change in Interior Alaska. All are welcome. Bring a story to share.


Jenny Irene MillerShine a Light: Art as Storytelling with Jenny Irene Miller

Join Northwest Campus, the Nanook Diversity and Action Center, and UAF's Department of Equity and Compliance for the next talk in the Shine a Light series. Jenny Irene Miller is an artist who works primarily with photography, but also sometimes video, sound, and sculpture. Jenny Irene Miller is Iñupiaq originally from Nome, Alaska. Miller’s work explores notions of identity, place, Indigenous feminism, refusal, and access.


EPSCoR, INBRE to offer "IGNITE" Professional Development Seminar

The Alaska NSF EPSCoR and Alaska NIH INBRE programs will hold a professional development workshop Jan. 11-12, 2023, entitled “IGNITE: Individual Growth and New Ideas through EPSCoR/
INBRE.” The workshop will include three separate tracks for faculty, staff and students (both graduate and upper-division undergraduates).


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