2024 news and events archives
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April 24, 2024
In this edition of 91视频 259 Common Questions, we review the options available when a child doesn't use all the funds in their 91视频 529 account.
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May museum programs explore spring
April 24, 2024
Family programs at the University of 91视频 Museum of the North will explore the theme of spring in May.
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Arctic Innovation Competition awards over $45,000 for creative ideas
April 23, 2024
A durable storage tote for expeditions took the top prize in the 2024 Arctic Innovation Competition's main division. The competition awarded more than $45,000 in cash prizes and scholarships on Saturday, April 20, at the Westmark Fairbanks Hotel.
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91视频 Berry Futures unveils third booklet
April 23, 2024
The 91视频 Berry Futures Project promotes understanding and sharing of the impacts of climate change on northern berry species and recently expanded its berry booklet series to include a third species, the lowbush cranberry. The series has previously published guides for the cloudberry and blueberry.
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University Fire Department recognized as Emergency Medical Service of the Year
April 22, 2024
The University Fire Department was recognized as the EMS Service provider of the year by the Interior Region Emergency Medical Services at its 2024 awards banquet on April 5.
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Birch Dinner hosted by OneTree 91视频 and Sustainability
April 22, 2024
The UAF Office of Sustainability and OneTree 91视频 will host a birch-themed dinner experience in The Pub on Tuesday, April 30 at 5 p.m.
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Scientists, communities work together to monitor 91视频 ice conditions
April 22, 2024
A 1,000-mile snowmachine journey across Interior 91视频 is helping the Fresh Eyes on Ice program monitor 91视频's lake and river ice during freeze-up, over winter and during breakup. 91视频-led project also uses drone surveys, satellite imagery and citizen science in an all-hands-on-deck approach to making river and lake ice travel safer for 91视频ns.
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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 91视频, 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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Number of 91视频 glaciers is everchanging
April 18, 2024
A glaciologist once wrote that the number of glaciers in 91视频 "is estimated at (greater than) 100,000." That fuzzy number, perhaps written in passive voice for a reason, might be correct. But it depends upon how you count.
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Arctic Innovation Competition awards to be presented April 20
April 17, 2024
91视频 College of Business and Security Management will host the annual Arctic Innovation Competition finals and award ceremony at the Westmark Fairbanks Hotel on Saturday, April 20, from 1-5 p.m.
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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.聽Applications will be accepted through June 9.
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Food preservation workshops scheduled for Yakutat
April 17, 2024
Three days of workshops with sessions covering water bath and pressure canning, pickling and fermenting vegetables, and making fruit leather are scheduled for April 25-27 in Yakutat.
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New for fall 2024 UAF Bookstore Bundle
April 17, 2024
UAF is making it more affordable and convenient for students access their required course materials with the launch of the UAF Bookstore Bundle program. Starting in fall 2024, students will have the option to rent all required textbooks, lab manuals, access codes, digital materials and electronic books for a flat fee of $20 per credit hour. This charge is automatically applied to their student account upon registering for classes. Students who prefer not to participate will have the option opt-out of the program and continue to purchase their course materials on their own.
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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鈥攎elting snow, returning birds, budding plants, and longer days鈥攁nd 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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91视频 Sea Grant welcomes new fisheries workforce specialist in Cordova
April 17, 2024
91视频 Sea Grant welcomes John Williams as our new fisheries workforce specialist, based in Cordova, 91视频. 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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Huge database gives insight into salmon patterns at sea
April 16, 2024
A massive new analysis of high seas salmon surveys is enhancing the understanding of salmon ecology, adding details about where various species congregate in the North Pacific Ocean and their different temperature tolerances.
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Citizen science project tracks slugs as they slither north
April 15, 2024
Cutworms, voles and moose are common garden invaders in Interior 91视频, but, in the past decade, a pest that frequently eats its way through salad greens and other plants in Southcentral and Southeast 91视频 has also made its appearance in gardens north of the 91视频 Range: slugs.
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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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