Staff professional development support
May 4, 2026
Staff Alliance is offering support for staff professional development activities that directly support their professional development in FY26. Examples include, but are not limited to: professional certifications, attending or presenting at a conference, professional society memberships, online or in-person trainings, and webinars. (Please note, this does not apply to UA class fees.)
This support is good for any activities occurring within the next 12 months, and is for up to $500 per employee, while the funds last.
Requirements:
- Must be a “fully benefited” STAFF member. Temporary part-time employees, graduate students, and student employees are NOT eligible.
Selection:
- The Staff Development Fund Committee will review applications once per quarter (see review dates below). The committee will score the applications and award the top applications until funds are exhausted for that quarter.
- Please see the for the application link.
Application review dates:
Application review dates have changed to align with the FY Quarters:
- Q1: August 1 –September 30 = Review 1st week of October (shorter quarter due to FY rollover)
- Q2: October 1–December 31 = Review 2nd week of January (due to holidays)
- Q3: January 1–March 31 = Review first week of April
- Q4: April 1–June 30 = Review first week of July
** Personal reimbursements are to be avoided at all possible costs. Please work with a ProCard holder or your fiscal technicians to make the purchase through UA Procurement-approved avenues. Travel-related expenses are required to be submitted ONLY through Concur. Please work with your travel department if you have questions. Spending guidance will be included in your award letter. **
Thank you to President Pitney and the UA Board of Regents for providing these funds and supporting professional development for staff.
For questions, please email ua-sa-staffdevelopmentfund@alaska.edu.