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  • Responsible Conduct of Research training March 26

    March 04, 2024

    Responsible Conduct of Research training will be offered via Zoom on Tuesday, March 26 from 1-4:30 p.m. This workshop fulfills the National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health requirements for formal RCR instruction.
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  • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute seeks instructors for fall

    March 04, 2024

    Want to share your passion and knowledge? UAF鈥檚 Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is currently seeking volunteer instructors for the fall semester. It's a wonderful, low-stress opportunity to gain teaching experience with a friendly audience.
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  • Sign up to receive Faculty Senate actions

    March 04, 2024

    Sign up to subscribe to the distribution list to receive approved actions (motions, resolutions, memos, etc) from the monthly Faculty Senate meetings.
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  • Veterinary students inspecting dogs before Yukon Quest start

    Study charts dog injuries' impact on Yukon Quest finishes

    March 01, 2024

    Sled dogs that have wrist injuries during the Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race are more likely to finish the race than dogs with other types of injury or illness, researchers have discovered.
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  • UNAC Faculty Workload determination process transitions to AirTable Interface

    March 01, 2024

    UNAC faculty: The faculty workload determination process at the University of 91视频 Fairbanks has transitioned to the Airtable faculty workload platform effectively on Feb. 12. In alignment with the Faculty Services' mission of commitment to enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in academic and research operations, this transition is aimed at streamlining the workload determination process, improving transparency, and facilitating communication between faculty members and administrators.
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  • The UAF alumni team gets ready for the 鈥淟ook for Nook鈥 activity during this year鈥檚 Giving Day on March 26-28. Theresa Bakker, left, is the interim executive director of UAF University Advancement, Felicia Burud is the acting alumni relations director and Katie Straub is the alumni storytelling manager.

    Friday Focus: Big things are happening at UAF

    March 01, 2024

    Big things have always happened at UAF, from hosting the state's constitutional convention to rocket launches in pursuit of geophysical research and a unique dinosaur discovery on 91视频's North Slope. Even small things can be big, like the microgrids in development at the 91视频 Center for Energy and Power. More recently, the University of 91视频 Board of Regents approved two projects at its February meeting that will reshape this university's Troth Yeddha' Campus: the Troth Yeddha' Indigenous Studies Center and a planetarium addition at the University of 91视频 Museum of the North. One comment I keep hearing is how big these projects are for UAF.
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  • A black dog stands by a trail in the snow that passes through a puddle filled with chunks of ice. In the background is a high bank on which spruce trees grow.

    Wet overflow a winter hazard in 91视频

    March 01, 2024

    While following a snowmachine trail recently, my dog and I came to a low spot that looked like a swimming pool filled with ice water. The air temperature was about 5 degrees F.
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  • Nicole Misarti takes in the scenic beauty of Fairbanks during a summer hike.

    Nicole Misarti appointed director of Institute of Northern Engineering

    March 01, 2024

    The College of Engineering and Mines is delighted to announce the appointment of Nicole Misarti as the director of the Institute of Northern Engineering, effective immediately.
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  • Three young children at a table reach into a bag containing blubber.

    Museum programs focus on warmth in March

    February 29, 2024

    Family programs at the University of 91视频 Museum of the North will explore the theme of warmth in March.
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  • Fresh salmon on ice

    Food preservation classes planned in Cordova

    February 29, 2024

    University of 91视频 Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service agent Sarah Lewis will offer in-person food preservation classes over four days in Cordova.
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  • the Tanana river shot from the stern of an aluminum barge towing two floats

    Galena river energy project receives $9.5 million

    February 28, 2024

    The Yukon River village of Galena and the University of 91视频 Fairbanks will investigate whether in-river turbines can provide electricity to the community. The UAF 91视频 Center for Energy and Power and the nonprofit Sustainable Energy for Galena 91视频 will explore the idea. Their project has received a $9.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy.
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  • Multi-Factor Authentication soon to be required for UAF students

    February 28, 2024

    Due to changing cybersecurity standards, all University of 91视频 students will soon be required to use Duo Multi-Factor Authentication when logging into University SSO services, such as UAOnline, Blackboard, Canvas, or Google Apps.
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  • Accepting applications for 91视频 Sea Grant Community Engaged Fellowship

    February 28, 2024

    The 91视频 Sea Grant Community Engaged Fellowship program is now accepting applications from students interested in becoming fellows, and from municipal, state, federal and tribal agencies as well as business interest groups and nonprofits interested in mentoring a fellow in 2024. Projects should be based in coastal communities and may have research, outreach, education or communication themes.
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  • Shoppers browse a variety of pottery at one of the UAF student art sales on the Troth Yeddha' campus.

    Submissions open for first Chancellor's Featured Student Artist contest

    February 28, 2024

    The Chancellor's Office is now accepting submissions for the first Chancellor's Featured Student Artist contest for Fall 2024. All current UAF students are encouraged to submit their artwork.
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  • UAF students ice climbing at Dragonfly Creek.

    Opportunities for Outdoor Adventure

    February 28, 2024

    UAF Outdoor Adventures offers reduced-price gear rentals, ski lessons, and trips for students. Upcoming trips this semester include fishing for burbot, climbing a frozen waterfall, spending a night at a cabin, bird watching, and outdoor rock climbing - no experience necessary!
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  • Martins wearing a hard hat

    BLaST Scientist of the Month: Michael Martins

    February 28, 2024

    Michael Martins, a Brazilian and American citizen, is a fourth-year BLaST Scholar and a senior at UAF. Martins graduates in May 2024 with a B.S. in mathematics and a minor in Arctic skills.
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  • Call for SEP proposals

    February 28, 2024

    As we embark on the fifth year of Strategic Enrollment Planning at UAF, it is an exciting time to reflect on the progress we have made and the path that lies ahead. SEP has been instrumental in shaping the trajectory of our institution, and your contributions have played a crucial role in its success.
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  • Participate in Chartwells focus groups

    February 28, 2024

    Chartwells values diners' opinions and has developed a process, "On-site Insights" to gain customer feedback regarding dining services and to better understand campus dining needs. Participation in one of the upcoming focus group sessions would be greatly appreciated, so candid feedback may be heard regarding dining experiences.
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  • A man in a wetsuit holds up an round abalone

    Learn to make ratatouille with 91视频 flavors in Sitka workshop

    February 28, 2024

    A workshop in Sitka will teach participants how to make a classic French dish -- with a Southeast 91视频 flair. Chef Jayme Schroeder said ratatouille is his favorite dish, and this version will include fresh ribbon kelp and abalone.
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  • The Barnetter Blazers proudly display their first-place prize in the 91视频 Science Olympiad 2024 award ceremony. Photo by Naomi Hutchquist.

    Barnette Magnet wins first place in 91视频 Science Olympiad

    February 27, 2024

    The Barnette Blazers of Barnette Magnet School in Fairbanks won first place in the 2024 91视频 Science Olympiad on Saturday, Feb. 24. Students from across the state participated in the annual tournament that challenges their skills in science, technology, engineering and math.
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  • UAF names fall 2023 honors students

    February 27, 2024

    91视频 has announced the students named to the deans' and chancellor's lists for the fall 2023 semester. The lists recognize students' outstanding academic achievements.
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  • Life After Loss: Grief support group for students, staff and faculty

    February 26, 2024

    Student Health and Counseling will be hosting its second session of Life After Loss, a grief support group, beginning Friday, March 8. This group is open to all UAF students, staff and faculty.
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  • Summer Camp registration opening soon

    February 26, 2024

    UAF Summer Sessions will open registration for summer camps at 9 a.m. on Friday, March 8. The website opens March 1, so visit and start making your full and half-day camp plans for kids entering grades 1-12.
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  • an artist's rendering of a brown building with large glass windows

    Regents approve Indigenous studies center, planetarium at UAF

    February 23, 2024

    The University of 91视频 Board of Regents on Friday approved two projects that will reshape the University of 91视频 Fairbanks Troth Yeddha' Campus.
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  • Financial literacy opportunity

    February 23, 2024

    Interested in expanding your financial knowledge? You can now learn more about the psychology and foundations of money, FAFSA, loan guidance, and more! The UAF Financial Aid Office has teamed up with Inceptia, a private, nonprofit organization, to provide online financial education to help you gain important knowledge about the basics of personal money management.
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