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Spring snow removal and plowing schedule
March 07, 2025
Facilities Services is working around the clock to provide drivable roads and parking spaces for all University stakeholders. A significant part of the snow clearance is hard pack removal. To provide a safe working environment for our plows and graders and to protect your personal vehicles, certain parking lots will be closed.
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Arctic Leadership Initiative funding, research opportunities
March 05, 2025
The Arctic Leadership Initiative has opened applications for three key programs designed to support faculty, staff, and students in advancing Arctic research and leadership.
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Changes coming to UA Google storage
March 05, 2025
In the coming months, UA will be making changes to our Google Workspace storage policy. The changes will help us address increasing Google Workspace storage costs, optimize our digital storage solutions, and develop policies to govern that storage moving forward.
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Boost your workplace well-being this month
March 05, 2025
Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? We've got you covered! This month, the UA HR Talent Acquisition and Development Team brings you a Workplace Well-being spotlight packed with strategies to manage stress, ease anxiety, and prevent burnout.
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March rural staff spotlight: Kacey Miller
March 03, 2025
Kacey Miller, the Student Services director for the College of Indigenous Studies, is the rural staff spotlight for March 2025.
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Break up March doldrums with CHP First Friday tour
February 28, 2025
Is winter getting you down? Take the First Friday tour of the Central Heat and Powerplant on March 7.
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Nanooks Hall Of Fame accepting applications
February 28, 2025
The 91ÊÓƵ Nanooks Department of Athletics is now accepting nominations for the 91ÊÓƵ Nanooks Hall of Fame Class of 2025. All submissions are due by April 30 to be considered for induction.
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February 28, 2025
Fatbiking is more than just a great way to commute to class, it is also a fantastic way to explore winter trails. Come join us on Saturday, March 22 for a fun ride through the beautifully groomed Creamers Field trails.
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UAF to host Ph.D. Campus Preview weekend
February 28, 2025
More than two dozen prospective Ph.D. students will visit campus this weekend as part of the R1 initiative. A variety of activities are planned ranging from academic activities with their faculty mentor and research cohort to cultural activities through the Festival of Native Arts.
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Friday Focus: Serving all students
February 28, 2025
Last week's motion by the Board of Regents (BoR) has sparked dialogue throughout the UAF community. While I have heard concerns voiced about how the motion may impact the institution's values of academic freedom and freedom of expression, the wording of the motion specifically reaffirmed the BoR's commitment to both. I want to acknowledge the impact this change has had on many of you. I also appreciate the time and effort many of you have taken to email me thoughtful messages about how the motion lands for you. And while I have not responded to all, I have read them.
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Financial aid and course registration updates
February 26, 2025
Join financial aid and registrar staff for an overview of the Course Program of Study, a federal financial aid requirement that impacts student eligibility for funding. The next session is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 27 from 3-4:30 p.m. in Usibelli 301.
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2025-2026 Faculty Development Programming available
February 26, 2025
The Center for Teaching and Learning's 25-26 Program Guide is live. Programs are open to UAF instructors at all levels. Apply now and (optionally) incorporate your participation into your 25-26 workload. The CTL will review applications on a rolling basis.
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Limited submission funding opportunity for NSF EPSCoR Graduate Student Fellowships
February 26, 2025
The Vice Chancellor for Research is soliciting white papers for the NSF EPSCoR Graduate Student Fellowships call for proposals. UAF can submit 1 proposal of up to $477,000 to support 3-5 graduate students for 3 years. White papers are due March 21.
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Are You Dealing with Government Data Deletion?
February 24, 2025
Did you know that some U.S. governmental data is at risk of being deleted or has already been deleted? To help you keep up with the rapidly shifting information landscape, Rasmuson Library has put together a guide called the Government Information Data Rescue Guide to keep track of federal data rescued by archivists and librarians across the country.
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February 24, 2025
Each spring, the Student-Faculty Awards Committee solicits nominations for the annual Outstanding Graduating Student Awards. Additionally, ASUAF invites students, faculty and staff to nominate graduating students to be the student speaker at UAF’s spring Commencement ceremony on May 3, 2025. Please submit your nominations by the March 3 deadline!
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Madsen honored with Vera Alexander Award
February 24, 2025
Stephanie Madsen is the latest recipient of the Vera Alexander Award for Marine Science and Education. The award was established in 2015 by the Pollock Conservation Cooperative Research Center, an industry-funded research consortium managed by the UAF College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences.
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Friday Focus: A season of gratitude, an opportunity to give
February 21, 2025
I always find myself focusing on gratitude this time of year. As much as I love 91ÊÓƵ and living in Fairbanks, January and early February can be hard days. I am happy to report that the sun is back! We are currently at 9 hours of daylight and gaining almost 7 minutes a day. It's time to reflect and be grateful. We have sunshine, great snowpack and the perfect conditions to get out and enjoy living in this incredible place. Another incredible thing that starts this time of year here at UAF is Giving Day. This annual event provides funding for scholarships, programs, athletics and campus events that benefit us all. Giving Day this year will occur from March 25-27, and I am excited to share with you that we are already off to a really great start as we prepare for this year's event.
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February 21, 2025
This online training workshop on Thursday, March 6 from 11 a.m. to noon will address how worry habits develop and methods of intervening with worry and anxiety.
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People's Endowment Funds awarded
February 21, 2025
UAF Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor, Anupma Prakash, is pleased to announce the 2024-2025 People's Endowment cycle awardees.
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TimelyCare Medical Services available to students
February 21, 2025
TimelyCare virtual health and well-being resources are available for students. Download the TimelyCare app to your phone, register using your UAF email address, and access a provider in minutes.
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Online only Mental Health First Aid class
February 21, 2025
UAF Student Health and Counseling is offering an online Mental Health First Aid Class, on Friday, March 5 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Enhancing private scholarship support at UA: A System-wide transformation
February 20, 2025
The University of 91ÊÓƵ is making significant strides to improve its private scholarship process, creating more flexible, accessible, and student-friendly opportunities across the system. This initiative aims to reduce financial stress and enhance the academic experience for students.
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Avalanche Safety Training: New date and open seats
February 20, 2025
Rescheduled for March 27! Seven seats are available for this training on a first-come, first-serve basis. This awareness level course is important for anyone heading into the mountains during seasons in which snow is likely.
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Healthy Lifestyles: Changing the way you think about diet and exercise
February 19, 2025
This workshop provides an overview of safe and effective strategies to improve overall fitness through manageable changes in diet and exercise. Of course, before beginning any changes in diet and exercise, it is best to first consult with your doctor.
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Limited submission funding opportunity for EPA grant
February 19, 2025
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research is soliciting white papers for the Philanthropy Northwest’s Environmental Protection Agency Region 10 Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grant call for proposals. UAF can submit 1 proposal of $350,000. White papers are due Feb. 21.
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