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Chancellor's forum on the budget Oct. 13
October 05, 2022
Please join me and members of my leadership team for an online forum on UAF's budget and tuition from 1-2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 13.
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Applications open for URSA Spring 2023 Student Project awards
October 05, 2022
Spring Student Project Awards fund undergraduate research and creative activity projects up to $3,000 for individuals or up to $6,000 for a group of two or more students. Funds may be used towards fellowships (student stipends), tuition, travel, or supplies/services.
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Applications open for Paul H. McCarthy Awards
October 05, 2022
Undergraduate and graduate students from all disciplines at the University of Alaska are eligible and invited to apply for an award of $2,500 for a research project using any collection at the Alaska and Polar Regions Collections & Archives at the Elmer E. Rasmuson Library.
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Youth Beginning Rec Climbing Club open for registration
October 05, 2022
Nanook Recreation is opening up another youth Beginning Rec Climbing Club for youth ages 8-18 who are interested in rock climbing.
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Responsible Conduct of Research training coming Nov. 1
October 05, 2022
Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) training will be offered Tuesday, Nov. 1, from 2-5 p.m. via Zoom by the Office of Research Integrity. It is an NIH requirement that all BLaST GMRAs, Scholars, UREs and other funded projects participate in RCR training. This is the only formal RCR training at UAF this semester.
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Upcoming changes to UAF web template themes
October 05, 2022
University Relations will be implementing changes to the UAF Omni CMS web template themes as part of our ongoing brand refresh.
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Concur's new User Interface now live
October 04, 2022
Concur's new User Interface is now live. The new experience will apply to Request and Expense; the booking experience (Travel) will remain the same. The UA Travel website has been updated to reflect these changes.
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Learn about mindfulness and meditation
October 04, 2022
Join Wendy Martelle (UAF assistant professor of Applied Linguistics & ESL) and a community that will explore the many benefits of a mindfulness practice and how to apply the mindfulness journey in everyday life.
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Spring 2023 degree completion awards now open
October 04, 2022
The UAF Graduate School is pleased to announce it is now accepting spring 2023 degree completion award applications.
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Alaska INBRE Multi-Year Developmental Research Pilot Project request for proposals
October 04, 2022
The Alaska INBRE Multi-Year Developmental Research Pilot Project request for proposals is now open.
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Mesas to Mountains innovation summit planned for Oct. 11-12
October 03, 2022
A partnership between the University of Alaska Fairbanks and three other Western universities is working to boost access to the innovation economy for underrepresented businesses in Alaska, New Mexico, Idaho and Montana.
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Cross-country ski lessons from Nanook Recreation
October 03, 2022
Nanook Recreation is pleased to announce that they will be offering cross country skiing lessons this coming winter for students, staff, and faculty! Lessons will be offered on Tuesdays from 2-3 p.m. and Fridays from noon-1 p.m.
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Polar Alley now open 7 days a week
October 03, 2022
Polar Alley is happy to announce we will be open 7 days a week starting Monday, Oct. 3. Everyone is welcome and we hope to see you there!
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Cold Climate Housing Research Center fall 2022 class series
October 03, 2022
With generous support from Golden Valley Electric Association, the Southeast Conference and Alaska Housing Finance Corporation we are pleased to announce our Fall 2022 virtual class series!
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KUAC seeks volunteers for Fall Fundraiser
October 03, 2022
KUAC is returning to its pre-pandemic Fall Fundraiser, with volunteers in the phone banks. The event is set for Oct. 15-23, and departments or clubs are welcome to sign up for six-person, two-hour shifts.
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Friday Focus: Case closure a reminder to remain vigilant
September 30, 2022
The Sophie Sergie murder case finally concluded this week with the sentencing of Steven Downs. The case, while now closed, will always be part of our history and a reminder that UAF must remain vigilant. Occasionally when we address a disciplinary issue for misconduct at UAF, I am reminded that "we are a reflection of society" and our society is tragically affected by domestic violence, assault and discrimination. That said, we are also a powerful reflection of the good in our society and we have the ability to positively affect our future and the future of all who come here.
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Chancellor's Convocation survey
September 30, 2022
Please take a few minutes to provide feedback on this year's convocation.
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Nanook Navigator and Student Success Spotlight: Alexandra Fitts
September 29, 2022
The Nanook Navigator and Student Success spotlight for September is Alexandra Fitts. Alexandra is the vice provost in the Division of General Studies.
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One Health, One Future 2023 abstracts due Oct. 17
September 29, 2022
The UAF Center for One Health Research's International Conference, One Health, One Future 2023, is accepting abstract and poster submissions until Oct. 17. Once submitted, the materials will be reviewed by the UAF One Health, One Future Planning Team. You will be notified of the decision no later than Tuesday, Nov. 1. You are allowed to apply for both an abstract and a poster, but we request that you create two separate applications.
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Last call! Alaska INBRE carryover award opportunity
September 28, 2022
Deadline to apply Sept. 30, 2022! This funding opportunity is to join in an application to the National Institute of General Medical Sciences for use of carry over funds from our primary award for one-time expenditures towards meeting these goals that are not eligible for funding through the existing mechanisms within our cores.
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Student Health and Counseling launches winter wellness program
September 28, 2022
The Student Health and Counseling Center (SHCC) wants to help you prepare for the upcoming winter so that you can enjoy your time in Fairbanks while avoiding the dreaded "winter blues." SHCC has come up with an eight-week preparedness program dedicated to helping students plan for the potential emotional and social hardships that can come with the colder and darker months.
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September 28, 2022
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens Oct. 1. This is for the 2023-24 school year, which includes fall 2023 and spring 2024.
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UAF making the switch to Canvas LMS
September 28, 2022
After a successful pilot in the 20-21 academic year followed by the adoption of Canvas in 2021-22 by the majority of our faculty, UAF is transitioning to Canvas as its new Learning Management System (LMS). Today, more than 77 percent of UAF LMS courses are being taught in Canvas. A big thank you to the faculty who have already made the transition and the staff who supported the faculty to make the switch.
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ACEP's Byrd among photo contest winners
September 27, 2022
Amanda Byrd, the chief storyteller at the Alaska Center for Energy and Power, is among the winners of the Navigating the New Arctic photo contest.
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URSA 2022 Community Engaged Learning Award open for applications
September 26, 2022
The URSA 2022 Community Engaged Learning (CEL) Award are open for applications as of Sept. 26, 2022. CEL awards offer up to $500 to work with a community partner to explore a community need or problem through research or scholarly activity.
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