2018 Pathfinder Award nominations open

February 6, 2018

University Relations

Nominations for the 2018 Pathfinder Award are now being accepted. This annual award was established to recognize a superior staff member who contributes to the guidance and success of UAF's rural and Alaska Native students. Winners receive a $500 cash award.

Recipients are selected based on four criteria. The nominee:

1. Serves as an advocate for Alaska Native and/or rural students


2. Helps Alaska Native/rural students overcome personal and academic challenges


3. Demonstrates a high level of commitment to the mission of Alaska Native/rural student success


4. Engages effectively with leadership, students and/or regions to advance educational opportunities for Alaska Native/rural students.

The Pathfinder Award recipient will be announced at the 45th Annual Festival of Native Arts during the evening performances on Friday, March 2. (The festival will be March 1-3.) Nominations are due no later than Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018. For more information please visit the website or email Sherrie Jones at sljones19@alaska.edu.