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FY26 Faculty Initiative Fund

September 08, 2025

A financial commitment of at least $360,000 by the University of ����ֱ�� for FY26 is identified as the Faculty Initiative Fund aimed at fostering an institutionalized environment of cross-campus communication that inspires learning and disseminates knowledge while fostering the exchange and advancement of new, more efficient approaches to educating ����ֱ��ns and engendering high academic standards.
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Take your communication skills to the next level

September 08, 2025

UA HR's Talent Acquisition and Development team is rolling out monthly training collections designed to help you build the skills you need to succeed. This month, discover strategies for tackling tough conversations, expressing yourself clearly, and building stronger workplace relationships that promote collaboration.
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Friday Focus: Welcome to fall 2025

September 05, 2025

I am thrilled to welcome each of you to the start of the new academic year at UAF! Fall is by far my favorite season, and I look forward to all that it brings, including new and returning students, faculty, and staff to campus.
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Museum to celebrate 907 Day

September 05, 2025

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Green Dot training Oct. 9

September 05, 2025

Outdoor Adventures is teaming up with UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability to offer a free Green Dot training on Thursday, Oct. 9 from 1-2 p.m.
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Know Before You Go field safety training

September 05, 2025

UAF Risk Management will be providing instruction on Sept. 23 from 9 a.m. to noon to help you better understand UAF policies and procedures.
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UAF to host ����ֱ�� Historical Society annual conference

September 05, 2025

The ����ֱ�� Historical Society is holding its annual conference at the UAF Wood Center Sept. 24-27 under the theme, "Vital Lifelines in ����ֱ��'s History."
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New student Cornerstone publication date

September 03, 2025

Starting on Sept. 9, Tuesdays will be the new publication date for the Cornerstone student newsletters.
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Introducing ArcticVū: UAF's virtual production studio

September 03, 2025

The ArcticVū virtual production studio uses LED wall technology to place faculty, students, and guests into realistic, dynamic environments -- from Arctic field sites to immersive classrooms.
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Colorful Colombia the answer to frosty February Fairbanks

September 03, 2025

Summer Sessions is offering a two-week educational travel program from Feb. 2-15, 2026, for those who would like to learn more about the natural, cultural, and political history of Colombia.
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Nina Hansen named attending veterinarian

September 03, 2025

After a nationwide search, UAF’s Dr. Cristina (Nina) Hansen has been appointed to the role of attending veterinarian. The AV is responsible for veterinary care and animal health, and plays an important role in compliance practices for animal research. Hansen will start this role on Sept. 7.
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New school year CHP First Friday tour on Sept. 5

September 03, 2025

Facilities Services is looking forward to providing tours of the Central Heat and Powerplant for the new school year. The next tour is Sept. 5.
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Hypothesis workshop

September 03, 2025

How do digital environments and generative AI shape student reading? This Sept. 9 workshop at 10 a.m. explores how social annotation with Hypothesis supports active, critical, and mindful reading in the digital age.
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Blue & Gold tickets on sale

September 03, 2025

Tickets are now available for the 2025 Blue & Gold Celebration, scheduled for Sept. 27 in the Wood Center.
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Friday Focus: Welcome back, Nanooks

August 29, 2025

Last Friday, I stepped onto the stage of the Davis Concert Hall to address a sea of participants in our new student orientation; I looked out at hundreds of students — and family members — as they began their collegiate journey. As I said repeatedly during my comments, “We’ve been waiting for you.” Our students are here. Our faculty have returned. Our staff worked hard and should be celebrated for all they have done to ensure the semester is off to a great start.
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Wilderness First Aid course available to field researchers

August 29, 2025

Outdoor Adventures is hosting a Wilderness First Aid course on Nov. 22-23, 2025, for those who need backcountry medical training for their field work.
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Fall 2025 Outdoor Adventures trips now live

August 29, 2025

The start of school means the start of outdoor excursions with Outdoor Adventures! Our trip registration page is now live, and spots are already starting to fill up.
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Registration for fall programming for kids and adult non-credit courses opens Sept. 8

August 29, 2025

UAF Summer Sessions will open registration for Fall 365 SMART Academy courses for kids as well as non-credit courses for adults on Monday, Sept. 8, at 10 a.m.
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2025-2026 Parking permits available now

August 29, 2025

Parking permits for the 2025-2026 academic year are now available! Purchase your permit online through the Parking Portal or in person at the Office of the Bursar.
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University to conclude partnership with Gardner Institute

August 27, 2025

The ����ֱ�� has elected to end its formal partnership with the Gardner Institute, bringing the current project to a close in September.
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Bring the Student Success Center to your classroom

August 27, 2025

The UAF Student Success Center, located on the 6th floor of the Rasmuson Library, is open for the fall semester -- help us spread the word to your students. Invite a math tutor, writing tutor, or academic coach to briefly visit your class and share how they can support student success.
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Coming fall 2025: Automated overtime processing

August 25, 2025

As part of the University's ongoing UAOnline upgrades, UA HR is pleased to announce the launch of automated overtime processing this fall. This new functionality will eliminate the need for employees to manually calculate their overtime hours on their timesheets, reducing errors and simplifying time entry.
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Becoming a critically reflective teacher

August 25, 2025

In his book, Becoming a Critically Reflective Teacher, Dr. Stephen Brookfield offers a framework for facilitating feedback and reflection on our teaching. In the 2025-26 academic year, UAF's Rasmuson Library and Center for Teaching and Learning are facilitating a common reading group with a focus on Brookfield's landmark text.
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Receive criticism and make it work for you

August 25, 2025

Join a Sept. 18 online workshop at 11 a.m. to help explore why we become defensive, get tips for recognizing when your “hot button” has been pushed and how to accept and integrate useful criticism.
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Haley Hanson named director of Kuskokwim Campus

August 25, 2025

After a competitive search, Haley Hanson has accepted the position of permanent director of the Kuskokwim Campus effective Aug. 25, 2025.
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