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  • UAF's homepage getting an updated look Oct. 24

    October 18, 2022

    When you visit www.uaf.edu on Monday, Oct. 24, the UAF homepage will have a fresh new look that continues to emphasize outreach to prospective students and reflects UAF's updated visual identity.
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  • Tyler Baker-Chapman, UAF BLaST Scholar and October BLaST Scientist of the Month.

    BLaST celebrates October Scientist of the Month

    October 17, 2022

    Since 2016, the Biomedical Learning and Student Training (BLaST) program at UAF has highlighted scientists from all biomedical fields through its Scientist of the Month articles. BLaST Scholar and UAF biology undergraduate student Tyler Baker-Chapman was selected as the October 2022 BLaST Scientist of the Month.
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  • Aaron Salzman, The Sun Star news director, sits on a bench in front of a weathered, hand painted wooden sign that reads

    Attend The Sun Star student newspaper launch event

    October 12, 2022

    After a two-year hiatus, The Sun Star will relaunch on Oct. 21 at 5 p.m. The Sun Star gives students the opportunity to get published and paid, and has engaged with Alaskan news and culture for over 70 years.
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  • Graphic image of three children in Halloween costumes silhouetted against a yellow moon rising behind a graveyard scene with black bats flying around the words Truck or Treat in neon green, white and orange superimposed over a purple sky.

    Volunteers needed for all ages Halloween event

    October 12, 2022

    Residence Life is running an all ages Halloween carnival and "Truck or Treat" event on Oct. 29 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Hess Recreation Center for the children of UAF affiliates, and volunteers with cars are needed!
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  • Summer 2019 and earlier UAF Blackboard course removal

    October 12, 2022

    UA Blackboard Learn is undergoing its periodic content storage management for all three universities. Academic courses from summer 2019 and earlier are slated for removal from UA Bb Learn on Oct. 28, 2022, and will no longer be accessible. This is routine maintenance for UA Bb Learn and does not interfere with UAF’s switch to Canvas LMS by summer 2024.
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  • Woman works with electrical equipment in a ҹɫ¸£Àû research lab.

    Make an impact with your research

    October 10, 2022

    The Alaska Center for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship seeks innovative academics interested in making a direct impact with their research ventures and finding solutions to today's challenges while building a stronger, more resilient Alaska. The linked Center ICE request for proposals has recently opened for submissions, and all University of Alaska faculty, staff and students are eligible.
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  • Call for research projects: BLaST Research Mixer 2022

    October 07, 2022

    The BLaST program will host their annual research mixer Tuesday, Oct. 11 from 4-6 p.m at IARC 501. This is one of the best opportunities of the year to see what research is happening at UAF, which projects, labs and mentors are currently looking for students, and to network with other students, faculty and researchers.
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  • Doug Davis and Deborah Gonzalez '86, children of former UAF Geophysical Institute director Neil Davis, have established three memorial scholarships at UAF. To support their named scholarships, they often use gifts from their IRAs, which are tax-free and count toward their required minimum distribution.

    Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Seminar: Wills and estates - Easier done than said

    October 07, 2022

    Learn how easy it is to plan your estate and leave gifts to people and charities that mean the most to your family! Philanthropic advisors for the UA Foundation will discuss giving through your retirement and estate planning and other strategies at this seminar.
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  • Gender Inclusion 101

    October 07, 2022

    Please join the Department of Equity and Compliance and NDAC for a training session on Gender Inclusivity via Zoom on Oct. 19 from 1-2 p.m.
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  • UAF students, staff, faculty, and community members gather at Troth Yeddha’ Park to commemorate the 2017 Indigenous Peoples Day at the Fairbanks campus.

    ҹɫ¸£Àû 2022 Indigenous Peoples' Day events

    October 06, 2022

    The ҹɫ¸£Àû will celebrate 2022 Indigenous Peoples' Day with several events and activities across its different colleges, campuses, and departments.
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  • Register now for the UAF Fall Career Fair

    October 06, 2022

    Registration is open for the UAF Fall Career Fair scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Wood Center.
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  • BLaST Spring 2023 Undergraduate Research Experience funding

    October 05, 2022

    Applications are being accepted for the Biomedical Learning and Student Training Spring 2023 Undergraduate Research Experience until Nov. 6, 2022, at midnight. BLaST engages students from diverse backgrounds in education and training for biomedical research careers, with an emphasis on students from rural Alaska and partners.
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  • Chancellor Dan White

    Chancellor's forum on the budget Oct. 13

    October 05, 2022

    Please join me and members of my leadership team for an online forum on UAF's budget and tuition from 1-2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 13.
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  • Applications open for URSA Spring 2023 Student Project awards

    October 05, 2022

    Spring Student Project Awards fund undergraduate research and creative activity projects up to $3,000 for individuals or up to $6,000 for a group of two or more students. Funds may be used towards fellowships (student stipends), tuition, travel, or supplies/services.
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  • Applications open for Paul H. McCarthy Awards

    October 05, 2022

    Undergraduate and graduate students from all disciplines at the University of Alaska are eligible and invited to apply for an award of $2,500 for a research project using any collection at the Alaska and Polar Regions Collections & Archives at the Elmer E. Rasmuson Library.
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  • Youth Beginning Rec Climbing Club open for registration

    October 05, 2022

    Nanook Recreation is opening up another youth Beginning Rec Climbing Club for youth ages 8-18 who are interested in rock climbing.
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  • Responsible Conduct of Research training coming Nov. 1

    October 05, 2022

    Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) training will be offered Tuesday, Nov. 1, from 2-5 p.m. via Zoom by the Office of Research Integrity. It is an NIH requirement that all BLaST GMRAs, Scholars, UREs and other funded projects participate in RCR training. This is the only formal RCR training at UAF this semester.
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  • Concur's new User Interface now live

    October 04, 2022

    Concur's new User Interface is now live. The new experience will apply to Request and Expense; the booking experience (Travel) will remain the same. The UA Travel website has been updated to reflect these changes.
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  • Learn about mindfulness and meditation

    October 04, 2022

    Join Wendy Martelle (UAF assistant professor of Applied Linguistics & ESL) and a community that will explore the many benefits of a mindfulness practice and how to apply the mindfulness journey in everyday life.
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  • Spring 2023 degree completion awards now open

    October 04, 2022

    The UAF Graduate School is pleased to announce it is now accepting spring 2023 degree completion award applications.
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  • Cross-country ski lessons from Nanook Recreation

    October 03, 2022

    Nanook Recreation is pleased to announce that they will be offering cross country skiing lessons this coming winter for students, staff, and faculty! Lessons will be offered on Tuesdays from 2-3 p.m. and Fridays from noon-1 p.m.
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  • Polar Alley now open 7 days a week

    October 03, 2022

    Polar Alley is happy to announce we will be open 7 days a week starting Monday, Oct. 3. Everyone is welcome and we hope to see you there!
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  • Cold Climate Housing Research Center fall 2022 class series

    October 03, 2022

    With generous support from Golden Valley Electric Association, the Southeast Conference and Alaska Housing Finance Corporation we are pleased to announce our Fall 2022 virtual class series!
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  • KUAC seeks volunteers for Fall Fundraiser

    October 03, 2022

    KUAC is returning to its pre-pandemic Fall Fundraiser, with volunteers in the phone banks. The event is set for Oct. 15-23, and departments or clubs are welcome to sign up for six-person, two-hour shifts.
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  • Chancellor's Convocation survey

    September 30, 2022

    Please take a few minutes to provide feedback on this year's convocation.
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