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Students encouraged to submit FAFSA by April 30
April 19, 2024
Students are encouraged to submit their FAFSA applications before the end of April so the UAF Financial Aid Office can get their aid offers sent for the 2024-2025 year in May.
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Friday Focus: Let go and let be
April 19, 2024
During a daily phone conversation with my mother, who lives in India, she remarked, "It is hot like in summers. It feels like spring is long gone." I looked out of my window, and snowflakes were coming down. In Alaska, seasons have a whole different meaning. Here, I can still talk about the idea of welcoming spring for a long time! Last month, students of the UAF Namaste India club organized a free-for-all event to celebrate Holi - the exuberant festival of colors that marks the beginning of spring in India. A group of 50 or so students, faculty, staff, and community members of all ages came together on a Saturday morning to be a part of this joyous festival that celebrates the diversity of our communities.
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Summer Sessions to offer day camps for adults
April 19, 2024
This year Summer Sessions not only is offering 88 children's day camps but we also will have summer camps for adults. These camps are designed for individuals who would like to have fun learning this summer.
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URSA accepting applications for fall 2024 Student Project Awards
April 17, 2024
Undergraduate students planning to pursue creative projects or conduct research during the fall 2024 semester are invited to apply for funding. Applications will be accepted through June 9.
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April 17, 2024
In the rapidly evolving landscape of higher education, the establishment of a Center for Teaching and Learning represents the next iteration of academic excellence at UAF.
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April 17, 2024
We have a new makerspace challenge for April. This challenge invites you to get inspired by the changing season—melting snow, returning birds, budding plants, and longer days—and create something in the MILL.
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URSA 2024 Supply and Service Awards
April 17, 2024
UAF faculty members, adjunct instructors, postdoctoral researchers, graduate students and staff from all disciplines and UAF-campuses are eligible to apply for up to $5,000 in supply and service funds to support undergraduate research, creative, and scholarly learning opportunities. Applications will be accepted through Sunday, April 28 by 11:59 p.m.
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Pop-up meditation for Global Peace
April 17, 2024
Please join a pop-up, group, silent meditation dedicated to global peace on Monday, April 29 from 1-2 p.m. in the Wood Center common area (lower level). The event is open to all and beginners are welcome.
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LEAP seeks faculty, student applicants
April 17, 2024
The UAF Center for Teaching and Learning seeks faculty and student applicants to participate in the Learner Experience Advocacy Program for the 2024 fall semester. LEAP is a semester-long faculty development program where trained undergraduate students partner with participating instructors to share feedback on their online courses.
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Alaska Sea Grant welcomes new fisheries workforce specialist in Cordova
April 17, 2024
Alaska Sea Grant welcomes John Williams as our new fisheries workforce specialist, based in Cordova, Alaska. He will coordinate statewide commercial fishing training and events as well as provide extension, education and applied research in support of regional needs.
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Credential connection: Exploring microcredentials
April 15, 2024
Join us for an insightful session on microcredentials. There are two opportunities to attend this online information session. Register for the Friday, April 19 session from 10-11 a.m. or the Wednesday, April 24 session from noon-1 p.m.
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April professional development opportunities
April 15, 2024
In the 2023 UA Employee Feedback Survey, employees called attention to the need for more professional development opportunities. UA HR's Talent Acquisition and Development team is highlighting training collections monthly, and specific to the employee feedback received.
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A Place For Knowledge Exchange: Intersection of well-being and fisheries
April 15, 2024
The International Arctic Research Center and the College of Rural and Community Development co-host a virtual seminar series called A Place for Knowledge Exchange. April's conversation is with Courtney Carothers, Harmony Jade Sugaq Wayner and Freddie Christiansen on the intersection of well-being and fisheries.
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Friday Focus: Igniting transformative experience through public service
April 12, 2024
UAF's vision statement of "excellence through transformative experiences" can be applied in every facet of this institution, and I want to share how we at the University Fire Department align with that vision and what it means to you as the community we serve and protect. In public service, few experiences match the intensity and impact of being a student firefighter. Within the UAF community, UFD serves as a vehicle for transformation, shaping the lives and futures of those who answer the call to serve.
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Arctic energy advisor Paul McKinley joins ACEP
April 12, 2024
Paul McKinley joined ACEP a few months ago as an Arctic energy advisor in a joint position with the Department of Energy Arctic Energy Office. McKinley’s current work primarily focuses on feasibility assessments - detailed analyses of the costs, benefits, risks and opportunities - on integrating hydrogen-based fuels and other long-duration storage technologies to microgrids to improve reliability and access to clean energy in remote communities in Alaska.
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Animals in university buildings policy reminder
April 12, 2024
This is a reminder that animals, except for service animals, are not permitted in UAF buildings without prior approval or permission as an accommodation for a documented disability. This policy is intended to optimize the safety and health of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
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Kick Up Your Heels: Relay races for a cause
April 10, 2024
Every two minutes, someone in the U.S. is sexually assaulted. We need to change this in Alaska and in our world! Help ORCA and ORCA POD spread awareness of this critical issue by joining the Kick Up Your Heels relay races on April 26.
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Climate adaptation specialist joins Alaska Sea Grant
April 10, 2024
Alaska Sea Grant welcomes Sean Kelly as its new climate adaptation specialist. Based at the downtown Anchorage office, Kelly will add capacity to Alaska Sea Grant's coastal community resilience efforts.
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UA Careers site: Supporting internal career advancement
April 10, 2024
Our employees now have an opportunity to apply for jobs before they are visible to external candidates. Employees can access internal opportunities by selecting the "Internal Jobs" option on the UA Careers page.
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April 10, 2024
Career Services is collecting donations from April 22-26 to build a Career Closet open to students in fall 2024. Drop donations off between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Eielson 304 in the Career Services office on the Troth Yeddha' campus.
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Responsible Conduct of Research training April 24
April 08, 2024
Responsible Conduct of Research training will be offered via Zoom on Wednesday, April 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This workshop fulfills the National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health requirements for formal RCR instruction.
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Forums scheduled for CTC dean candidates
April 05, 2024
Two candidates for dean of the UAF Community and Technical College will give a public lecture on Tuesday, April 9 as part of the selection process. Individual, one-hour presentations by Carl Bishop and Kevin Kovalycsik will focus on their vision for CTC. There will be an opportunity for candidates to answer questions from the audience. The public forums will be held at the UAF CTC Downtown Center at 604 Barnette Street and also available on Zoom. Both sessions will be recorded.
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Friday Focus: The athletics effect
April 05, 2024
I had my son between my freshman and sophomore years of college here at UAF. As a full-time student with a baby-turned-toddler, I spent my free time doing free things. That included many hockey and volleyball games. One of my most treasured memories is of my son, when he was two years old, sitting in my lap in the student section at the Carlson Center and being a little celebrity as he captured the attention of other students sitting around us. At one game, he was paying particular attention to the crowd and watching the students yell, cheer, stomp, and clap, and he was getting really into it. Suddenly, during a quiet moment in our section, he decided it was his turn to shine and belted out TwinkleTwink Little Star as loud as he could, causing a wave of laughter throughout the section. He was so proud.
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April 05, 2024
While many courses at UAF are offered and listed as asynchronous, nothing prevents the inclusion of optional synchronous sessions. This teaching tip offers advice on a variety of synchronous activities that you might consider adding to your course as supplemental ways for students to connect with each other, you, and the content.
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Apply for Academic Leadership Institute
April 03, 2024
The UAF Academic Leadership Institute is a unique and exciting, two-semester-long professional development opportunity for a cohort of university employees interested in gaining a deeper understanding of current issues and the changing landscape in higher education.
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