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2023 convocation survey, recording
September 12, 2023
The recording of the 2023 Chancellor's Convocation is available on the UAF YouTube channel. Whether you attended in person or watched the recording, please share your feedback via a brief survey.
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Benefactor fund grants available to student groups
September 11, 2023
Student and campus groups can apply for a grant of up to $1,000 from the UAF Alumni Association. The funds will support projects that identify specific needs and improve campus opportunities for current students. The application deadline is Oct. 23.
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September 11, 2023
Open to faculty, staff, and students across our campuses, UAF's book clubs offer engaging discussions and opportunities for collaboration.
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UAF's new events platform, calendar
September 08, 2023
Starting on Monday, Sept. 11, UAF will be using 25Live, a one-stop platform for planning and publicizing events at UAF.
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Nominate your academic advisor today!
September 06, 2023
Do you have a faculty or staff advisor who has made a positive impact on your university experience? Nominate them for an excellence in advising award before the Friday, Sept. 8 deadline!
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September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September 06, 2023
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Suicide is a major public health concern and a leading cause of death in the U.S. Here in Alaska, all too often our neighbors and loved ones are impacted by it.
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Environmental, Health, Safety and Risk Management virtual office hours
September 06, 2023
If you have questions or need guidance about anything related to EHSRM procedures, you are invited to attend our virtual office hours. No appointment necessary - pop in when you are able. Office hours will be held most Tuesdays from 1:30-2:30 p.m.
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September 06, 2023
Please Join the Nanook Diversity and Action Center on Thursday, Sept. 14 from 6-8:30 p.m. for an exciting new program, the SoBear Lounge in the Wood Center.
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Wood Center Food Pantry seeks donations
September 06, 2023
Do you have any spare shelf-stable food, paper products, or menstrual items? The Wood Center Food Pantry needs your donations! Over the summer, there was a 300% increase in people using the food pantry. From Aug. 21-30 the program has received as many requests for assistance as it did in the first six weeks of fall 2022.
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Apply now! Fall applications closing Sept. 10
September 01, 2023
The Sept. 10 application deadline is quickly approaching for four different Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Activity Award programs. Undergraduate students, graduate students, researchers, staff and faculty across disciplines and locations are encouraged to apply now!
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August 30, 2023
Humans V Zombies is a moderated game of tag played with Nerf Gun blasters that will start on Sept. 13 and end on Sept. 15. Please sign up for the game by 5 p.m. on Sept. 10. Players will start the week as humans while trying to survive the growing zombie hoard. This three-day event is open to all students and will consist of different missions throughout the week as the battle to survive the zombie hoard becomes more challenging. Will you survive as a human or conquer as a zombie?
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Nanook Recreation fall group fitness
August 30, 2023
Nanook Recreation is offering a variety of fitness classes for the fall semester. We will offer some familiar programs such as Intro to Strength Training, Intermediate Strength Training, Intro to Olympic Weightlifting, Mat Pilates, Outdoor Bootcamp, and Indoor Cycling. Classes are being added through the fall so keep checking in to our group fitness calendar for the latest offerings.
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The NSF I-Corps Site program: Customer Discovery
August 29, 2023
At Center ICE, we provide a six-week National Science Foundation Innovation Corps Site (I-Corps) program to accelerate academic research and startup business projects that are ready to move toward commercialization. Through the I-Corps program, teams complete 15 – 20 interviews over the six weeks. The closing date for the next cohort is 5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 3.
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Save the date: Chancellor's Convocation Sept. 12
August 28, 2023
Please join Chancellor Dan White from 1-2 p.m. at the UAF Davis Concert Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 12, for a celebration of UAF's accomplishments over the past year.
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UAF Student Health and Counseling Center back at Whitaker Building
August 23, 2023
The staff members at UAF Student Health and Counseling Center have moved to their newly renovated space! You can find them on the second floor of the Whitaker building, which is next to the fire department and above the police station.
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Updates to resident tuition qualification policy
August 23, 2023
UAF has recently updated the criteria for establishing residency for tuition purposes. The updated criteria is available to review at the residency information website.
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Student Performance Notifications Sept. 1-15
August 23, 2023
Instructors will be emailing performance feedback to students about concerns and hard work recognition through the UAF notifications system called Nanook Navigator during the following dates: Sept. 1-15 and throughout the semester.
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Wildfires in Maui - How you can help
August 18, 2023
A tragic event like the destruction brought on by the wildfires in Maui can inspire friends and strangers alike to offer assistance to those impacted and in need. Whenever the question is asked, "How can I help?" the best answer usually given is "money." Donating money is one of the most straightforward and easily managed forms of support because it allows volunteer and non-profit organizations to purchase what is needed for victims and survivors, such as food, blankets, and water. To avoid any current and future fundraising scams, consider these tips before clicking that "Donate" button online.
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UAF Student Success Center construction kicks off
August 17, 2023
Construction on the new UAF Student Success Center will kick off on Monday, Aug. 21. Contractors from GHEMM Company, LLC will erect fencing around the south side of the Rasmuson Library to serve as their staging area. The walking deck around the library will also be closed.
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August 16, 2023
Join the new Nanook Engage platform at engage.uaf.edu. Download the 'CampusGroups,' app from the AppStore and log in with your UA credentials to view upcoming events on mobile.
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New Student Orientation: Aug. 22-26
August 16, 2023
New Student Orientation for the Troth Yeddha' campus will be held Aug. 22-26. Schedules are available online at www.uaf.edu/orientation.
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Tips for setting up new phone with DUO MFA
August 14, 2023
Did you get a new phone over the summer? The professionals at Nanook Technology Services have some tips for setting up your new phone to work with DUO for multi-factor authentication.
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August 09, 2023
Aug. 9, 2023 update: The road closure was delayed by smoke on Aug. 7 and the thunderstorm Aug. 8. Taku and North Tanana will be closed today thru Thursday night and possibly into Friday, Aug. 11. Portions of North Tanana Drive and Taku Drive will be closed from Aug. 7 at 7 a.m. through Aug. 9 at 6 p.m. to make road repairs. Detours will be posted to guide vehicles around the closure.
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New changes to PolarExpress card request form
August 07, 2023
The Office of the Bursar has streamlined the forms used to request a PolarExpress ID card, depending on your needs.
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August 07, 2023
Visit Constitution Park on Aug. 29 from noon to 2 p.m. for Party in the Park! Clubs and departments from all different parts of our campus will be here! Join the Student Leadership and Involvement Office to get your questions answered about clubs and campus departments!
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