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Nanooks forward Harrison Israels rushes the puck forward in a push toward the Seawolves' net and 'Nooks forward Brady Risk who slotted the winner home only 58 seconds into the overtime period.Nanooks celebrate  Governor's Cup by sweeping Seawolves in comeback fashion

The Alaska hockey team hoisted the Alaska Airlines Governor's Cup for the 12th-straight time tonight in Fairbanks. Despite the Cup being decided in December, the Seawolves gave the 'Nooks a run for their money, but Alaska rallied late to grab their second-consecutive 4-3 OT win over UAA. With the win, the Nanooks improve to 13-9-2 on the season.


Save the date: May 6 is Commencement 2023

UAF's 101st commencement is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 6, at the Carlson Center. There will be one ceremony this year. Students who are expecting to walk this year, should apply to graduate by Feb. 1 (TODAY!). Spring graduation applications received by the initial deadline will be entered to win a vintage diploma frame. After that date the fee rises to $80; March 1 is the final deadline.


BITB: Bystander Intervention training

Please join us for virtual BITB: Bystander Intervention training hosted by the Nanook Diversity and Action Center on Thursday, Feb. 2 from 3-5 p.m. Bringing in the Bystander is a prevention program based on the concept that all community members have a role to play in ending incivility, harassment, violence and discrimination. Sign up for the virtual training via Zoom using this Google form. 


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Nanook Sports Update

Men's hoops picks up huge win over Anchorage on home court

Nanooks and Seawolves prepare for home-and-home weekend to end Alaska Airlines Governor's Cup

Nanooks storm back to grab thrilling OT win over Anchorage

Face-off Club to host Nanooks hockey school on Thursday, Feb. 2

Western Washington downs the Nanooks behind sharpshooting

Women's basketball falls to Simon Fraser in Fairbanks


A group of young women facing away from the camera and wearing heavy packs ascend a scree-covered slope at the base of a glacier.

Inspiring Girls* Expeditions seeks science, art and outdoor instructors

Calling graduate students and early career scientists, artists, and outdoor guides! Inspiring Girls* Expeditions Alaska is seeking instructors for our 2023 expeditions! Links to position descriptions and application instructions can be found on our website: www.inspiringgirls.org/work-with-us. Please contact Sarah Clement, the program coordinator, with questions.


URSA spring 2023 travel awards

The office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Activity is taking applications for its 2023 spring travel awards. URSA travel funds provide up to $2,000 for an individual or up to $4,000 for a group of students to present their research or creative activity outcomes at a conference, meeting or congregation of peers in their respective field, or to partake in competitions. The event must take place before June 30, 2023. Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Students should submit their application at least 4 weeks before their event to allow time for review and processing. Email uaf-ursa@alaska.edu for more information.


The UAF shuttle makes a stop on the Troth Yeddha' campus in Fairbanks to pick up and drop off passengers.

UAF BusWhere shuttle bus tracking

We are pleased to now offer BusWhere bus tracking service! This should help you better use our shuttle services and make planning your day easier. Click this link to see the location of the shuttle bus on the map in real-time, andview ETAs for any stop along the route so you know when to meet the bus. You can also download the BusWhere app on Android and Apple devices; just enter the code: UAF to track our shuttles.

What's happening today

Deadlines and reminders


Academic Deadlines

  • Deadline to apply for spring 2023 graduation (Feb. 1)

  • Summer 2023 course list available at UAOnline (Feb. 6)

  • Begin summer 2023 priority registration (UAF degree students) (Feb. 13)

  • Deadline for UA Foundation and privately funded scholarship applications
    (Feb. 15)

  • Begin summer 2023 open registration (all UAF, UAA and UAS students, including nondegree students) (Feb. 27)


Chancellor to host enrollment forum

Chancellor White's online forum on enrollment will take place on Thursday, Feb. 9 from 1-2 p.m. Panelists will share exciting progress on UAF's strategic enrollment planning efforts and opportunities for participation. Submit a question or register in advance. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information on joining the webinar.


Karen Jensen, the UAF director of libraries, outside on the Troth Yeddha' campus in Fairbanks, Alaska.White Nanook bear logo next to the words Academic Tuesdays against a blue backgroundProfessional librarians frequently debate the higher purpose of the library, especially as society and technology change. Are we a public meeting place? Are we an internet service provider? Are we an information gatekeeper? Are we all about books? Anyone using libraries lately knows that we are currently all of those things, and more; we are the heart of any community engaged in the pursuit of knowledge.


UAF ROTC students Adrienne Hatley and Patrick Clark on the UAF campus Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022.Wounded Warrior Project - Transition Readiness Event

The Wounded Warrior Project is coming to UAF on Thursday, Feb. 2 from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. in the Wood Center Ballroom.  Military and Veteran Students, if you are looking for career transition info and mentorship such as resume writing, networking, VA claims process and a host of other topics than this event is for you! This event will provide info and training; breakfast and lunch are included. RSVP now; there are only 50 seats available!


Responsible Conduct of Research training session set for Feb. 22

Training will be offered Wednesday, Feb. 22, from 2-5 p.m. via Zoom. It is an NIH requirement that all BLaST Mentors, Scholars, UREs and other funded projects participate in RCR training. You must complete both parts of training to receive your RCR certificate. Email Carla McCain for more information and to register!


About Cornerstone

The Cornerstone student newsletter is produced by University Relations and emailed weekly to all students. You can submit news items here. If you are no longer a student, please contact us at UAF-Cornerstone@alaska.edu.

 

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