Public invited to virtual Nanook Rendezvous activities

July 8, 2020

Jeff Richardson

The University of Alaska Fairbanks will offer a week of online activities from July 13-17 for its annual alumni reunion event. Nanook Rendezvous is open to all alumni, students, staff and supporters.

• On Monday, July 13, visit the UAF Facebook page to participate in workouts from Alaska Nanooks hockey, women’s basketball and ski coaches. Viewers can also visit with student-athletes and learn how they are getting ready for the coming season.


• On Tuesday, July 14, participants may join a treasure hunt to find UAF-related items in their neighborhood. The UAF Alumni Association is offering prizes for items shared on social media using the hashtag #BlueandGold.


• On Wednesday, July 15, visit the UAF Facebook page for a virtual tour of the Georgeson Botanical Garden.


• Thursday, July 16, will be a day of giving back. Use the hashtag #NiceNooks and do something nice. Participants can pick up trash, make a donation or volunteer for a good cause. Share a photo on social media to be entered in a drawing for prizes from the UAF Alumni Association.


• On Friday, July 17, local alumni-owned and operated businesses are offering blue and gold-themed menu items, along with Nanook Nation stickers and pins.

All events are free and virtual. There is no registration required. More details are listed on the alumni website at https://bit.ly/UAFreunion2020 or at www.facebook.com/alumniuaf/.