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Call for proposals: Faculty Initiative Fund

The FIF is a $300,000 financial commitment by the University of Alaska to promote inter-university collaboration in program development, scholarly endeavors and student engagement with the goal of reducing the cost to degree and promoting internship opportunities for students. Proposals are due by November 7.


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UA responds to UNAC Complaint and Files its Own

The University of Alaska administration filed a response to the Unfair Labor Practice detailing the university's actions and good faith efforts to negotiate. The administration also filed its own complaint with the Alaska Labor Relations Agency alleging unlawful labor practices by UNAC to ensure the entire context of the negotiations process is before the hearing officer.


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Did You Know that First National Bank Alaska and UA Have a Shared Vision for Empowering Alaska?

The First National Bank Alaska Finance Lab is scheduled to open in fall 2023. The lab, housed at UAA, will support business education and collaborative learning opportunities for students attending all three of Alaska's public universities.

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Nominations Open for the Alaska Innovators Hall of Fame

The Alaska State Committee for Research (SCoR) is seeking nominations for the Alaska Innovators Hall of Fame. Past honorees include ancient and contemporary inventors, tenacious researchers, bold entrepreneurs, and other ingenious Alaskans.


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Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Opened October 1

The FAFSA is required for UA scholarships, federal aid and most scholarships. Some institutions have early FAFSA deadlines. Check with your school's Financial Aid Office.


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Clery Act Annual Security Reports are available

The Campus Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 (known as the "Clery Act" ) and the Campus Fire Safety Right-to-Know Act require that colleges and universities provide timely warnings of crimes that represent a threat to the campus community, to publish an annual security report and an annual fire safety report, distribute the reports to all students and employees, and inform prospective students and employees about the reports.

Human Resources News

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COVID Admin Leave to Sunset October 23

According to university guidance, no one with COVID can enter any university system facility. If you need to be out of the office for COVID-related illness or isolation, work with your supervisor to see if remote work is an option. If necessary, use accumulated sick or annual leave as you would for any other illness.

October Benefits News
October Benefits News

Read the latest news from UA's benefits team including financial resources, World Mental Health Day, and Wellness activities.

IT News

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month

This year's theme is "See Yourself in Cyber." UA Security Matters is hosting a series of engaging and fun learning opportunities to help employees and students make smart decisions online.

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Join Upcoming Cybersecurity Webinars

See the full listing of Cybersecurity Awareness Month webinars offered via Zoom. You must be signed in with your University of Alaska account to attend.