Sikuliaq operating agreement extended through 2028

March 24, 2025

The U.S. National Science Foundation has funded the first year of a new $53.8 million, four-year cooperative agreement with the University of Alaska Fairbanks to continue operating the research vessel Sikuliaq through the end of calendar year 2028. The global-class ice-capable research vessel, which is owned by NSF, has been operated by the UAF College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences since it was constructed in 2014.

Registration open for three-day pesticide training course

March 24, 2025

A three-day online workshop, available statewide, is scheduled in April for people who wish to become certified pesticide applicators in Alaska. The classes are designed to help participants understand and pass the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation exam.

Leaning towers of snow explained

March 21, 2025

Pete Wilda, a Fairbanks reader of this column, wanted to know how the snow here can bend off railings and loop from power lines without breaking. He grew up in eastern Wisconsin and doesn't remember the snow defying gravity there.

Tree felling, chainsaw safety workshop on tap for Sitka

March 21, 2025

Glen Holt, a biomass technician with the University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service, will lead two free interactive sessions on basic tree cutting and chainsaw maintenance and repair in Sitka. Both sessions are free and in person.

Students test knowledge and skills at Alaska Science Olympiad

March 21, 2025

The Alaska Science Olympiad competition for students in grades 6-8 will convene March 28-29 at the University of Alaska Fairbanks.

Poker Flat to launch three NASA rockets in single aurora experiment

March 21, 2025

Three NASA rockets are set to launch from Poker Flat Research Range in an experiment that seeks to reveal how auroral substorms affect the behavior and composition of Earth's far upper atmosphere.

Chocolate lovers workshop set in Sitka

March 20, 2025

Chocolate lovers in Sitka can gather to discuss the health benefits of chocolate and how to incorporate it into the diet -- in moderation. The University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service in Sitka is hosting the gathering, during which participants will also make and sample some chocolate-themed recipes.

Expert to discuss growing apples, cherries, plums in Alaska

March 19, 2025

Alaskans interested in growing tree fruit such as apples, cherries and plums can join a free, statewide webinar with Mark Wolbers, president of the Alaska Pioneer Fruit Growers Association.

Indigenous language teacher will share book, board game and insights

March 18, 2025

Teacher Holly Wofford will showcase her work in Indigenous language education and creative storytelling from 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m. March 19 on the University of Alaska Fairbanks Troth Yeddha' Campus.

Traveling through time in the Alaska bush

March 13, 2025

On the dark, frozen white plain of the Tanana River, a white dot appeared in the night. It was the headlamp of Ryan Redington, a dog musher in the 2025 Iditarod race.

Theatre UAF presents 'STRIKE! A Musical and Dramatic Revue'

March 13, 2025

A cast of more than 30 performers will deliver "STRIKE! A Musical and Dramatic Revue" March 21-30 in the Salisbury Theatre on the University of Alaska Fairbanks Troth Yeddha' Campus.

New study examines EV feasibility in rural Alaska

March 13, 2025

A new study sheds light on the benefits and implications of the use of electric vehicles in rural Alaska.

Learn to grow grain crops in a backyard garden

March 12, 2025

You don't have to be a large-scale grain farmer to grow tasty, nutritious crops for you and your family. In a free webinar hosted by the University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service, learn how to grow hulled barley, wheat, rye, buckwheat, quinoa, dry peas, sunflowers and more in your backyard garden.

Historian to discuss clash over America's World War II entry

March 12, 2025

Acclaimed historian H.W. Brands will discuss the present-day echoes of debates over America's entry into World War II on Friday, March 21, on the University of Alaska Fairbanks Troth Yeddha' Campus.

UAF names fall 2024 honors students

March 12, 2025

The University of Alaska Fairbanks has announced the students named to the deans' and chancellor's lists for the fall 2024 semester. The lists recognize students' outstanding academic achievements.

UAF drones to sample active Costa Rica volcano

March 10, 2025

A four-person University of Alaska Fairbanks team plans to land an unmanned aircraft in the crater of an active Costa Rica volcano next week to sample gas escaping from the soil. The flight will occur as part of an international gathering to better understand the volcano's plumbing system.

Museum offers science activities for spring break

March 10, 2025

The University of Alaska Museum of the North will host science activities for children during spring break from March 10 to 14.