2024 news and events archives
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Roweena Carlos named Nanook Technology Services chief information officer
March 25, 2024
Roweena Carlos has been selected to serve as UAF's new Nanook Technology Services chief information officer. This position, reporting to the vice chancellor for administrative services, is part of the updated IT structure, enabling UAF to address university needs and provide innovative campus-centered solutions.
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NTS's computer Bulk Buy discounts start April 1
March 25, 2024
UAF departments can take advantage of computer bulk buy discounts through Nanook Technology Services starting April 1 through April 12. The discounts apply to select Dell desktops, laptops, all-in-ones, monitors and accessories.
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Office of Sustainability call for art
March 25, 2024
The UAF Office of Sustainability is looking for art to feature in the upcoming Sustainability Art Show at the Wood Center, April 4-24. All UAF students, faculty and staff are invited to submit artwork.
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Ice experts aid U.S. military in Arctic Ocean exercise
March 22, 2024
Finding a good spot for the U.S. military's biennial Operation Ice Camp falls to people at the University of 91视频 Fairbanks Geophysical Institute.
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Navigating success: UAF Career Services paving pathways to professional excellence
March 22, 2024
Career Services at the University of 91视频 Fairbanks strives to support our students in their journey toward fulfilling their professional aspirations. More than just a resource center, Career Services serves as a steadfast ally in guiding students through the dynamic landscape of career development.
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UAF eCampus offers summer scholarships
March 22, 2024
Dreaming of maximizing your summer with online courses? UAF eCampus is pleased to announce summer scholarships available for online courses, each valued at $500. Hurry - the deadline to apply is March 27!
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March 22, 2024
Are there any tools that can reliably detect if writing was created with artificial intelligence? No. There are no tools that can reliably detect AI-generated writing. This teaching tip covers the current state of automatic AI detection and where it falls short of being reliable and illustrates why this trend will continue.
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March 22, 2024
UAF Administrative Services, in partnership with Cordis Enterprises, is offering two leadership courses: Supervisor's Toolbox: Essential Leadership Skills and Self-Leadership: Navigating Your Path To Success. The courses will be open to participants campus-wide. Please submit your application for consideration by April 1.
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Boreal owls perform by daylight
March 21, 2024
On these March nights, a male boreal owl has been singing from a wooden owl box near our home. The late biologist Dave Klein attached the nest box to a black spruce tree north of the University of 91视频 Fairbanks ski trails many years ago.
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UAF's Got Talent: SoBear Lounge
March 20, 2024
Come down to the SoBear Lounge for free mocktails, appetizers and free entertainment on Thursday, April 4 from 6-8:30 p.m. This SoBear Lounge will be in the Wood Center's Ballroom (2nd floor). The entertainment will be provided by UAF-affiliated participants ready to share their special talents and skills. Everyone is welcome!
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March 20, 2024
Have you taken a tour of the UAF Central Heat and Powerplant yet? Want to see what all the excitement is about? The next First Friday CHP tour is on April 5 at 1:30 p.m.
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Apply now for SoTL at UAF 2024-25
March 20, 2024
Join a group of instructors in exploring the scholarship of teaching and learning, with a focus on hybrid and hyflex teaching! All participants will have the option to co-author a report of program findings.
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Food preservation classes planned in four Southcentral communities
March 19, 2024
Residents in four communities in Southcentral 91视频 can learn how to preserve meat and vegetables in workshops led by the University of 91视频 Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service.
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UAF space engineering program director wins NASA prize
March 19, 2024
The advisor of the University of 91视频 Fairbanks space engineering program is one of 20 winners of a NASA prize to expand the agency's engagement with people from populations underrepresented in space technology.
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Join us for UA Giving Day 2024!
March 18, 2024
Giving day starts at noon on March 26 and runs for 49 hours through 1 p.m. on March 28. The entire UAF community is invited to join Nanooks around the world - alumni, parents and friends - as we rally together for UA Giving Day.
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WeVideo learning opportunities
March 18, 2024
Unlock video-based learning experiences with WeVideo's March webinars. Sign up for a free WeVideo account on CTL's Media Services page (restricted to UAF students and employees).
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Toolik Field Station joins new international polar research network
March 18, 2024
Toolik Field Station has partnered with the new Polar Research Infrastructure Network to boost international collaboration in polar science.
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Call for abstracts open: KAMSS 2024
March 18, 2024
Kodiak Area Marine Science Symposium 2024 welcomes abstracts spanning a variety of marine science and related fields pertinent to our healthy coastal community. The submission deadline for abstracts is March 25.
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Marine scientist rows across the Atlantic
March 14, 2024
None of the four members of the Salty Science team had any rowing experience. But they had enthusiasm.
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Museum to host annual open house March 23
March 14, 2024
The University of 91视频 Museum of the North will host its annual open house on Saturday, March 23, from noon to 4 p.m.
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Testing sites added for April food protection manager class
March 14, 2024
91视频 Cooperative Extension Service will offer a certified food protection manager training on Tuesday, April 23, with proctors for testing available in 16 communities.
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SoBear Lounge: UAF's Got Talent
March 13, 2024
We are looking for musicians, poets, actors, jugglers - performers of all kinds - who would like to share their talents at UAF's SoBear Lounge night; "UAF's Got Talent!" on Thursday, April 4 from 6-8:30 p.m. in the Wood Center Ballroom.
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2024 Midnight Sun Science Symposium
March 13, 2024
The UAF Biology Graduate Student Association is pleased to announce their 2024 Midnight Sun Science Symposium scheduled for April 11-12 at the UAF Troth Yeddha' Campus! The symposium will be hybrid this year, with in-person and virtual components.
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Geospatial Cloud Computing workshop
March 13, 2024
A free workshop on Geospatial Cloud Computing with the Google Earth Engine is scheduled for March 21-22.聽The workshop is hosted by the University of 91视频 Fairbanks Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Extension and is open to students, research staff and faculty.
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SoBear Lounge/FEM CON Comedy Event: Adrianne Chalepah
March 13, 2024
Come on down for a very special FEM CON SoBear Lounge with Adrianne Chalepah as the guest performer for comedy night on Thursday, March 28 from 6-8 p.m. Enjoy free mocktails, appetizers and entertainment as you relax in the Wood Center's Multi-Level Lounge.
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