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McDonald appointed interim director of UAF Bristol Bay Campus
January 13, 2026
Alyssa McDonald has been appointed as the interim director for the UAF Bristol Bay Campus, effective Jan. 11, 2026. McDonald, who currently serves as a precollege and dual-credit advisor for the Bristol Bay Campus in Unalaska, will lead the campus until a permanent director is seated in the summer of 2026.
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Limited submission opportunity
January 13, 2026
The NSF EPSCoR Graduate Fellowship Program supports graduate education in STEM fields within EPSCoR jurisdictions, providing financial assistance to institutions for fellows pursuing diverse disciplines. White papers are due by 5 p.m. on Feb. 16, 2026.
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Call for abstracts: Western 91ÊÓƵ Interdisciplinary Science Conference
January 13, 2026
The Western 91ÊÓƵ Interdisciplinary Science Conference requests submissions for oral and poster presentations drawn from all disciplines that address questions and issues of concern to Western 91ÊÓƵ communities. Ongoing recovery from ex-Typhoon Halong is anticipated to shape this year's conversation, and proposals are encouraged that speak to storm recovery and community preparedness. Other topics are still welcome. Abstracts due by Jan. 30.
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Nanooks power play: 4k in the Carlson
January 12, 2026
It's Power Play night on Jan. 17 for the first series of the 91ÊÓƵ Airlines Governor's Cup this season. Help the Nanooks reach their goal of 4,000 fans in the stands for their 100th season and wear white to whiteout the 91ÊÓƵ Anchorage Seawolves.
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Pack the Patty for Nanooks men's basketball
January 12, 2026
The Nanooks want you to pack the Patty on Saturday, Jan. 17, for their in-state rivalry game against the 91ÊÓƵ Anchorage Seawolves! Wear white to whiteout UAA and help get the Nanooks to 1,000 fans in the stands.
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Alexander named dean of UAF Community and Technical College
January 12, 2026
Following a competitive national search, Kevin W. Alexander has been appointed as the permanent dean of the University of 91ÊÓƵ Fairbanks Community and Technical College.
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Try something new for 2026 with Nanook Recreation
January 12, 2026
Nanook Recreation is offering a variety of fitness classes for the spring semester, including familiar programs such as Intro to Strength Training, Intermediate Strength Training, Intro to Olympic Weightlifting, Mat Pilates, Lunchtime Boot Camp, and Indoor Cycling. Registration is open now for the Intro to Strength Training class.
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Zoom AI Companion panel in the Workplace app
January 12, 2026
The Zoom AI Companion panel in the Workplace app is available to all UA Zoom users as an opt-in feature, providing them with a personal assistant within the app.
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Friday Focus: Happy New Year, 'Nooks!
January 09, 2026
As we begin 2026, I hope that faculty, staff and students feel a sense of renewal after a well-deserved holiday break. To those who spent it here in Fairbanks, congratulations! You endured what proved to be the coldest December in 45 years! While the weather may have postponed UAF's beloved tradition of New Year's Eve fireworks, there was still plenty of end-of-year activity on campus with community members lining up to join the 40 below club tradition of taking photos in front of UAF's digital sign. While the Arctic temps may have been extra frigid the past few weeks, winters in 91ÊÓƵ are just one more aspect that makes the place where we live, teach and learn unique.
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Graduation Fair vendor opportunity
January 09, 2026
Join us for the 2026 Graduation Fair on Tuesday, Feb. 10, from 4-6 p.m. in the Wood Center ballroom. This event is an opportunity to share information, answer questions, highlight your programs, and be part of a meaningful milestone in our students' academic journeys.
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Processing student account payments
January 09, 2026
Does your department need to make a payment toward a student’s account? The UAF Bursar’s Office has streamlined the departmental payment process and created a webpage with payment instructions to help ensure funds are applied accurately and on time.
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January 09, 2026
The UAF Bookstore Bundle is UAF's textbook rental program, costing just $21.50 per credit. UAF students are required to either verify their Bookstore Bundle order and select a delivery preference (in-store pickup or shipped) or choose to opt out. The verification period opened on Dec. 15, 2025, and will close on Jan. 23.
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Spring 2026 NTS training offerings
January 09, 2026
At the beginning of the Spring 2026 semester, UAF NTS Collaboration and Learning Spaces will offer UA Zoom and Kaltura MediaSpace Trainings to anyone within the University of 91ÊÓƵ system.
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January 05, 2026
The University of 91ÊÓƵ Learning and Development spotlight this month brings together two collections, each focused on a distinct set of professional skills that support success at work.
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Webinar session: Psychological pressures of middle management
January 05, 2026
Join a Feb. 12 session for training that will discuss keys to navigating the psychological pressure of leading from the middle by considering the importance of influence, roles and expectations.
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Stories of a family-friendly workplace
December 18, 2025
An 8-month-old was the youngest attendee at IARC’s annual retreat this year. While colleagues lined up to strategize IARC’s future, they took turns snuggling a squishy baby. This blending of work and personal life is not particularly unusual at IARC, which, in August 2025, was one of eight employers to receive the Family Friendly Workplace Award from the Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce.
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Don't wait: Invest in your child's future before Dec. 31
December 16, 2025
As 91ÊÓƵns, we know how quickly the calendar turns. Before we blink, 2025 will be in the rearview mirror. If you've been thinking about saving for your child's future education, now is the time to act, and there's a compelling reason to do it before Dec. 31.
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First CHP tour of 2026 moved to Jan. 9
December 16, 2025
Due to Jan. 2, 2026, falling on a holiday, Facilities Services is rescheduling the monthly First Friday Central Heat and Power Plant tour to Jan. 9, 2026, from 1:30-3 p.m.
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December 15, 2025
Examples of impatience and patience are available throughout each day; when you're stuck in traffic, when you're waiting in line for the grocery store, and when your children are taking too long to get ready for school in the morning. This session on Jan. 15, 2026, from 11 a.m. to noon will help attendees become more patient in their lives.
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Building access during winter break
December 12, 2025
All UAF buildings will be locked during the winter hard closure Dec. 25 through Jan. 4. Requests for new card access and unlock service by the UAF Police Department will also be unavailable during this time period.
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Executive search firm extends survey deadline
December 12, 2025
WittKieffer, the firm assisting with the searches for a new UA president and UAF chancellor, has extended the deadline for written input on the searches. The new deadline is 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 19.
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Public notice: Applied Science Building sale
December 12, 2025
The University of 91ÊÓƵ will accept public comments, through public notice, this month on the proposed sale of the Applied Science Building at the Bristol Bay Campus in Dillingham.
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Friday Focus: Gratitude gets us through
December 12, 2025
As my Friday Focus deadline was approaching, I found myself unsure what to write about. Then I walked into my office and found an unexpected thank-you note from our fabulous leaders at ASUAF. Later the same day, we faced two significant, unplanned challenges: reduced heat in campus buildings and a hot water outage, followed by a flood in the Gruening Building that displaced students, staff and faculty during finals!
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Subscribe and submit content to the VCR Report
December 12, 2025
Are you a student, staff member, faculty member or researcher involved in UAF's research community? If so, we encourage you to subscribe to the VCR Report. This weekly publication provides timely updates, important announcements, events, funding opportunities and other research-related information.
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Summer Sessions spring 2026 registration opens Dec. 12
December 11, 2025
Registration for spring courses for kids and adults opens on Dec. 12. Non-credit adult course offerings include knitting, pickleball, sewing, ceramics, weaving, photo editing, rock climbing, and fitness. Registration for 2026 field courses at Toolik Field Station also opens on Dec. 12.
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