2024 news and events archives
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Registration for fall non-credit courses open
September 27, 2023
UAF Summer Sessions and Lifelong Learning has opened registration for fall non-credit courses for adults. Fall courses take place in October and November.
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NDAC Inclusive Excellence Award recipients
September 27, 2023
The Nanook Diversity and Action Center would like to congratulate departments, programs and individuals for their commitment to creating inclusive excellence within their area of work.
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Coming soon: Major Mania (sign up by Sept. 29)
September 27, 2023
Major Mania is scheduled for Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Wood Center multi-level lounge. There will be snacks, music, giveaways, and more while students learn about all of the majors offered at UAF and CTC.
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Kindness to Animals Day pet food, supplies drive
September 27, 2023
Pets and furry friends do so much for us. Let's show our appreciation for our furry companions and help support our UAF student and staff pets, especially emotional support companion animals, and service animals.
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Register for 3rd UA Student Success Convening
September 25, 2023
Staff, faculty, instructors, and administrators are invited to register today for the upcoming UA Student Success Convening.
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UA, federal agency renew climate science partnership
September 25, 2023
The University of 91ÊÓƵ will continue to host the 91ÊÓƵ Climate Adaptation Science Center after renewing an agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey.
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Workshops and groups to support your mental wellness all semester
September 25, 2023
Student Health and Counseling would like to remind students, staff, and faculty of the various groups and workshops to support mental well-being. These are open to all UA students, regardless of campus location.
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365 SMART Academy course registration open for K-12 students
September 25, 2023
UAF Summer Sessions and Lifelong Learning will offer enrichment courses for K-12 students in October and November. If you are looking for in-person or virtual courses to enrich your child's education, you are in luck.
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Staff Council nominations extended until Sept. 29
September 25, 2023
This week marks the final week of nominations for the Staff Council as the nomination period has been extended to Sept. 29.
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Friday Focus: Forging ahead into a new academic year
September 22, 2023
September in Fairbanks holds a special place in my heart. It marks the season of harvest, a time when many of us reap the rewards of our summer and prepare for the winter ahead. Evenings and weekends are filled with last-minute house projects, stacking wood and pulling out our extension cords and winter gear. Personally, I take pride in my tiny garden, which has been flourishing, and I've recently added some baby chickens to my growing homestead. Another reason I look forward to this time of year is the return of our students to UAF, whether they are coming back for another year or setting foot on our campus for the very first time.
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Fall 2023 Career Fair information sessions
September 22, 2023
Career Services will be hosting its Fall Career Fair on Thursday, Oct. 12, and would like to speak with students during class time about the importance of the upcoming fair. Faculty and instructors can book an in-person or virtual Fall Career Fair info session between Sept. 5 and Oct. 6.
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Staff Alliance offers professional development support
September 22, 2023
Staff Alliance is once again offering support for staff for activities that directly support their professional development in FY24. Examples include but are not limited to, professional certifications, attending or presenting at a conference, professional society memberships, online or in-person training, and webinars. (Please note, this is not applicable to UA class fees.)
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Limpets, crabs stressed by higher temperatures, acidity
September 21, 2023
Warmer, more acidified water increases stress in a species of limpet in 91ÊÓƵ's Kachemak Bay, a University of 91ÊÓƵ Fairbanks graduate student has found. Shelby Bacus' discovery, along with her ongoing study of Bering Sea crabs, adds to scientific understanding of how much environmental change marine species can tolerate.
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The varying colors of fall equinox
September 21, 2023
We are at fall equinox, a day of great equality: All the residents of the entire world -- from Tierra Del Fuego to Rome to Coldfoot -- will live their lives amid 12 hours of daylight, 12 of darkness on Sept. 22, 2023.
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University of 91ÊÓƵ researchers receive funding for space-related work
September 20, 2023
University of 91ÊÓƵ engineering faculty received awards from the National Science Foundation to fund research and development of technologies that would aid in space exploration.
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NDAC employee Rhen office hours
September 20, 2023
Rhen will be hosting office hours on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in Arctic Java. They will be happy to answer any questions and address any concerns students may be having. Feel free to come say hello!
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Opening an 91ÊÓƵ 529 account for loved one
September 20, 2023
Do you have a loved one you want to help with their future? 91ÊÓƵ 529 provides six tips on how to help set them up with an account and make smart financial decisions with your contributions.
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September 20, 2023
Upgrading old first aid kits can be a small but significant step toward ensuring the safety and well-being of yourself, your family, and your workplace. In August, the Preventive Maintenance team at Facilities Services replaced 288 first aid kits around campus.
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New Mars gravity analysis improves understanding of possible ancient ocean
September 19, 2023
The first use of a novel method of analyzing Mars’ gravitational force supports the idea that the planet once had an extensive northern ocean. In doing so, the method defines the scope of what scientists refer to as the northern Martian paleo-ocean in more detail.
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Chief diversity faculty fellow - extended
September 18, 2023
In late July, UAF announced that the Department of Equity and Compliance and the Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities would join under one umbrella as the new Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability. With the reorganization and recruitment of a new ORCA executive director, the responsibility of the chief diversity officer was removed from the director role and re-established in FY24 as a faculty fellow position. This position will work closely with the newly established ORCA office, along with stakeholders across the university.
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September 18, 2023
Starting on Monday, Sept. 18, Erin Kirchner and the URSA office will have a new location. You can now find them on the third floor of the Eielson building in room 302E.
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Save the date: UAF Giving Day is March 26-28, 2024
September 18, 2023
UAF Giving Day is a campus-wide effort and a great opportunity for you to get involved and raise philanthropic support for your program. Last year more than 795 donors gave to UAF during the 49-hour event and we are excited to partner with you again this year to show our Nanook pride!
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Black receives 2023 Bullock Prize for service to the UA system
September 15, 2023
The University of 91ÊÓƵ Foundation Board of Directors has awarded the 2023 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence to Jessica Black. Black, associate vice chancellor for rural, community and Native education at the University of 91ÊÓƵ Fairbanks, has been a faculty member since 2006.
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Study: Near-surface permafrost will be nearly gone by 2100
September 15, 2023
Most of Earth's near-surface permafrost could be gone by 2100, an international team of scientists has concluded after comparing current climate trends to the planet's climate 3 million years ago.
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September 15, 2023
You can craft your will for free through FreeWill, a service provided by the University of 91ÊÓƵ Foundation. If you've been putting off making a will because of a busy schedule or uncertainty about the process, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute has upcoming sessions to easily walk you through the process.
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