2024 news and events archives
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Increase student access to education by using no- or low-cost course materials
December 08, 2023
In a recent survey, nearly 75% of UAF student respondents reported that the costs associated with textbooks represent a significant financial burden. No-cost and low-cost textbook options not only save money, but they also help ensure greater access to education.
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Call for undergraduate student opportunity submissions
December 08, 2023
In addition to our yearly funding cycles, URSA also helps to publicize ongoing opportunities from faculty, staff, postdoctoral researchers, and graduate students.聽If you are leading a project this spring 2024 or summer 2024 term and are seeking undergraduate student participation, please let us know so聽we can share your opportunity on our website!
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December 08, 2023
Moose are a routine part of life for many 91视频ns and are frequent visitors on UAF campuses, especially in winter. Be sure to look around you when you leave a building or walk along roads and paths, even ones that are frequently traveled by other people.
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Memories of souls in a winter birch forest
December 08, 2023
On a recent afternoon, middle 91视频 slipped into darkness. But a few hours after the 3:17 p.m. sunset, a golden light appeared in a field cleared of trees by a farmer more than a century ago.
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Acclaimed Yup'ik artist joins UAF Kuskokwim Campus
December 07, 2023
The College of Rural and Community Development welcomes acclaimed Yup'ik artist Golga Oscar to the new Native arts coordinator position at the University of 91视频 Fairbanks Kuskokwim Campus in Bethel, 91视频.
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2023-2024 winter break snow removal
December 06, 2023
Facilities Services will be working throughout the winter break to remove snow from parking lots on the Troth Yeddha' Campus and the Community and Technical College campus. Most work will be done at night. Lot-specific dates and times are on the Facilities Services snow removal schedules.
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Apply now for Toolik Field Station鈥檚 2024 early career TUNDRA award
December 06, 2023
Toolik Field Station invites students and early career researchers to apply for the TUNDRA award for the 2024 field season. Applications are due Feb. 15, 2024.
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Tammy Tragis-McCook recognized with Outstanding Professional in Philanthropy Award
December 06, 2023
On Friday, Nov. 17, Tammy Tragis-McCook, the director of Development and Outreach at the College of Business and Security Management was recognized with the Outstanding Professional in Philanthropy Award.
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KSUA nets six Goldies at 2023 91视频 Broadcasters Association convention
December 06, 2023
A total of six "Goldie" awards were presented to Student Media's KSUA 91.5FM College Radio, the student-powered radio station of UAF's Center for Student Engagement. Various UAF students and faculty received recognition for their hard work, winning the top prizes for Promotional Announcement, Use of Digital Media, Radio Show, Entertainment Program, Public Service Announcement, and Profile categories in the Student Radio division.
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December museum programs explore celebrations
December 01, 2023
Family programs at the University of 91视频 Museum of the North will explore the theme of celebration during December.
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Photo exhibit Digi X opens in Arctic Java
December 01, 2023
An opening reception for work from an advanced photography class will take place from 5-6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 1 in Arctic Java, the coffee shop in the Wood Center on the University of 91视频 Fairbanks campus.
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Request for Proposal for state of 91视频 operating budget requests - FY26 budget cycle
December 01, 2023
In preparation for the FY26 State of 91视频 budget cycle, UAF leadership is soliciting funding proposals from UAF faculty and staff for ongoing base funding or one-time initiatives. FY26 begins July 1, 2025, and ends June 30, 2026.
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Long-term views of a changed 91视频
November 30, 2023
As an instructor for Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, I have stood before a group of 91视频ns every Tuesday night this November. During the most recent class session of Ned Rozell's 91视频, I asked 17 people what changes they have noticed in this giant peninsula during their time here.
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URSA announces Fall 2023 Travel Award recipients
November 29, 2023
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Activity congratulates the four undergraduate students who received a Fall 2023 Travel Award to actively participate in a gathering of their professional peers this semester.
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Williams named editor-elect of Mathematics Magazine
November 29, 2023
UAF Mathematics Professor Gordon Williams has been selected as the editor-elect for Mathematics Magazine, one of the flagship publications of the Mathematical Association of America. His term as editor-elect will begin in January 2024.
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Arctic Fulbright Scholarship Workshop Dec 12
November 29, 2023
Applications are open for the 2024-2026 Arctic Fulbright Scholarship. Join this workshop at 2 p.m. on Dec. 12 and learn how to apply to, and the benefits of, becoming a Fulbright Scholar.
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Climate scholar participates in youth panel at Arctic Circle Assembly
November 29, 2023
Undergraduate biology major Michelle Ramirez attended the Arctic Circle Assembly in October 2023. The conference was the latest in a string of high-profile climate events and conferences that the climate scholar has participated in to hone her vision of how best to engage in climate-related activities.
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CRCD and IARC co-host 'A Place for Knowledge Exchange' seminar series
November 29, 2023
The College of Rural and Community Development and the International Arctic Research Center are excited to co-host a new virtual seminar series called "A Place for Knowledge Exchange." The monthly conversations will cover collaborative approaches to research, education and real-life community-based practices in rural 91视频.
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UAF AISES Chapter receives Cultural Practice Award
November 29, 2023
The UAF AISES Chapter received the Cultural Practice Award during the 46th annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society National Conference in Spokane, Washington. The award, the very first given this year, recognizes chapters that demonstrate the use of cultural practices that help students preserve their Indigenous cultures and ways of knowing through chapter meetings and activities.
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UAF-led project will look for rare-earth elements in Southeast 91视频 seaweed
November 28, 2023
A University of 91视频 Fairbanks-led research team has been awarded a $1.9 million federal grant to explore whether seaweed are absorbing rare-earth elements near a rich deposit in Southeast 91视频.
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Surfing in winter on cross-country skis
November 28, 2023
With mild temperatures and ample snow, much of 91视频 is now primed for cross-country skiing. It's a sport for all ages, made possible by friction.
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Inspiring Girls* Expeditions 2024 accepting applications
November 27, 2023
Inspiring Girls* Expeditions 91视频 is accepting applications for a unique suite of tuition-free backcountry science and art education programs in summer 2024.
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November 27, 2023
Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday, which is touted as a "global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world." What better day to announce this year's UAF United Way Giving Campaign? This year, let our campaign be representative of the appreciation and care the UAF has for the Fairbanks community and surrounding areas.
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UA HR: Employee experience feedback reminder
November 27, 2023
The UA Employee Experience Survey completion deadline is Dec. 8 and is fast approaching. On Nov. 21, benefit-eligible employees, hired on or before Oct. 31, 2023, received an email invitation to participate in the UA Employee Feedback Survey from the Qualtrics survey platform.
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November 27, 2023
The campus-wide rekeying project is moving ahead smoothly, and Facilities Services is now on the brink of completing the second phase of buildings.
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