The March edition of the University of Alaska's newsletter, The Statewide Voice, is full of important information. Please take a time to read it at http://www.alaska.edu/voice/2014/March-2014/. Topics include:

• Guns in UA classrooms and dorms—A call to action on CSSB 176, "An act relating to the regulation of firearms and knives by the University of Alaska." Bill background and legislative contacts


• How to participate in a wellness plan and save up to $1,200 on UA Choice Plans


• Regents head to the Emerald Isle: Kodiak College to host April 3-4 board meeting


• Alaska Shield 2014: Full-scale exercise simulates major quake


• Q&A with Erik Seastedt, chief human resources officer


• The Mining and Petroleum Training Service graduates its first class of underground mine students


• Open enrollment will be April 15 through May 16


• One week remains to make a gift to UA through Pick.Click.Give!


• Identity theft prevention Program at UA

There are also photos and coverage of the 2013 Statewide Service Award Celebration, governance news, training opportunities, event announcements, transition announcements and so much more.