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Delta Harvest Wrap-Up set for Nov. 30

Learn about current agricultural research efforts, share observations about the past growing season and help identify future research needs at the 2023 Delta Harvest Wrap-Up. Read more info on where the meeting will be held an how to join via Zoom.


UAF Department of Music: Ensemble 64.8 and UAF Steel Pans

The UAF Department of Music presents Ensemble 64.8 and the UAF Steel Pans under the direction of Sean Dowgray tonight, Nov. 29 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. in the Davis Concert Hall and streamed on the UAF music department YouTube channel.


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UAF AISES Chapter receives Cultural Practice Award

The UAF AISES Chapter received the Cultural Practice Award during the 46th annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society National Conference in Spokane, Washington. The award, the very first given this year, recognizes chapters that demonstrate the use of cultural practices that help students preserve their Indigenous cultures and ways of knowing through chapter meetings and activities. Learn more about the chapter and it's award.


Short-term parking increase

Starting Jan. 1, 2024, UAF Parking Services is increasing the short-term parking rate to $1.25/hour to reflect increased costs due to inflation and convenience fee charges. Parking Services thanks you for your understanding and support. For more information or questions, contact the Office of the Bursar.


'Something in the Living Room' auditions

The University of Alaska Fairbanks Department of Theatre and Film is hosting auditions for the upcoming play, “Something in the Living Room.” The auditions will take place in the Salisbury Theatre on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 10 a.m. to noon, with 1-3:30 p.m. readings for those called back. Learn more about auditions.


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CRCD and IARC co-host seminar series

The College of Rural and Community Development and the International Arctic Research Center are excited to co-host a new virtual seminar series called "A Place for Knowledge Exchange." The monthly conversations will cover collaborative approaches to research, education and real-life community-based practices in rural Alaska. Learn more about the new series.


Campus-wide rekey update

The campus-wide rekeying project is moving ahead smoothly, and Facilities Services is now on the brink of completing the second phase of buildings. Read about what's next.


UAF Dept of Music: Choir of the North

The UAF Department of Music presents Choir of the North directed by Jaunelle Celaire with Dario Martin, piano on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. in the Davis Concert Hall. The concert will also be streamed on the UAF music department YouTube channel.

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URSA Fall 2023 Travel Award recipients

The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Activity congratulates the four undergraduate students who received a Fall 2023 Travel Award to actively participate in a gathering of their professional peers this semester. Read more about the recipients and the award.


First Friday at UAF West Ridge

Join University of Alaska Fairbanks research community members from 3-6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 1 for a First Friday event in the lobby of the Akasofu Building. Scientists, staff and students will show off their other talents in art, creative writing, flower arranging skills, live music and more. Read for more info on participants and parking for the event.


Arctic Fulbright Scholarship Workshop

Applications are open for the 2024-2026 Arctic Fulbright Scholarship. Join this workshop at 2 p.m. on Dec. 12 and learn how to apply to, and the benefits of, becoming a Fulbright Scholar. Learn more details about the workshop.


A group of young women traverse a snow field on a rope line at Gulkana Glacier. Photo by Hannah Mode.2024 Inspiring Girls* Expeditions open now

Inspiring Girls* Expeditions Alaska is accepting applications for a unique suite of tuition-free backcountry science and art education programs in summer 2024. Expeditions will include mountaineering on an Alaska Range glacier and sea kayaking in Kachemak Bay. Learn more about the program and how to apply.


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