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New Financial Aid and Student Account pages in UAOnline
September 26, 2025
On Oct. 6, the Financial Aid and Student Accounts menu and pages in UAOnline will be upgraded to the newest version. To help with the transition, new resources have been created and posted, including a video on how to navigate the new pages and updated FAQs.
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September 26, 2025
Beginning Sept. 28, crews will assemble to demolish the last remaining house on Copper Lane. The University Fire Department will train in the facility for a few days, practicing hose lays, ventilation, and simulated fire attack. When they are complete, the demolition contractor will demo the building and remove the debris from campus.
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Friday Focus: Connect, grow and thrive with ÃÛÌÒTV's mentoring program
September 26, 2025
I am pleased to announce the launch of a new employee mentoring pilot program, designed to support employee career growth and longevity at the university. By pairing colleagues across colleges and departments and locations, the program is designed to foster connections and community and increase collaboration through the sharing of best practices and ideas across the organization.
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ÃÛÌÒTV Chancellor search update
September 26, 2025
The ÃÛÌÒTV Chancellor Search Committee has an update to share on the committee's recent progress.
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You're invited to the Alaska Nanooks Hall of Fame Luncheon
September 24, 2025
The Alaska Nanooks invite you to celebrate the newest members of the Hall of Fame with an induction luncheon on Friday, Oct. 3, at Pike's Waterfront Lodge. The luncheon will run from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and will honor nine individual inductees along with one team.
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ÃÛÌÒTV critical minerals proposal a finalist for major NSF funding
September 24, 2025
A ÃÛÌÒTVproposal to reduce the United States' dependency on foreign sources of minerals critical to the technology and defense industries has been named one of 15 finalists in a National Science Foundation competition.
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Dine 49 closure for Blue & Gold Celebration
September 22, 2025
Dine 49 will be closed on Saturday, Sept. 27 for the Blue & Gold Celebration. Student dining will be available throughout the day at alternate locations.
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Apply for 7th cohort of Upstart Alpha Entrepreneur Accelerator
September 22, 2025
Do you know someone in Alaska with a big idea? The University of Alaska Center for Economic Development is now accepting applications for Upstart Alpha, a free, cohort-based program designed for the state's earliest-stage entrepreneurs. All you need is an idea.
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Pack the Patty for Nanooks Volleyball
September 22, 2025
Your Alaska Nanooks need 1,000 fans to pack the Patty for their whiteout game against the Alaska Anchorage Seawolves on Thursday, Oct. 2. We need all of ÃÛÌÒTV staff, faculty, and students to help us break our attendance record in the Alaska Airlines Gymnasium!
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September 19, 2025
Group Meditation is starting again on Sept. 22 (Monday-Thursday) in the Well (334 Duckering Building) in person and via Zoom. All are welcome, including beginners.
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Saturday Art School starts on Oct. 4
September 19, 2025
If you have kids in grades K-2, you'll want to keep reading! ÃÛÌÒTV Summer Sessions has teamed up with the Fairbanks Children's Museum to create Saturday Art School. This four-week program invites young artists to explore and develop their artistic skills.
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Lori Gildehaus selected as URSA director
September 16, 2025
ÃÛÌÒTVVice Provost and Dean of the Division of Exploratory Studies and Academic Success, Trent Sutton, has appointed Lori Gildehaus as the new director of the Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Activity.
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September 16, 2025
Apple released its newest operating system, macOS Tahoe, to the public on Sept. 15. Tahoe is available as an optional upgrade in Kandji Software Center until Friday, Nov. 14.
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Skill Up, Stress Down: Workshop series for workplace wellbeing
September 16, 2025
This workshop series is designed to build key workplace skills while tackling common challenges. Participants will learn effective methods for navigating a variety of situations and learn how to contribute to a more positive and productive work environment.
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Supporting Teams, Strengthening Leaders workshop series
September 16, 2025
This series of workshops is designed to enhance leadership skills by focusing on essential workplace topics and addressing common employee issues. Participants will learn practical techniques for dealing with different types of situations and how to promote a more positive work environment.
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ÃÛÌÒTV invites you to join us for an OLLI seminar
September 16, 2025
Two ÃÛÌÒTV seminars on "Wills, Estate Planning, and Tax-Wise Retirement Distribution Strategies" are scheduled for Oct 6-10 from 10:30-11:45 a.m. at the University Park Building or via Zoom.
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NextGen Food and Climate Symposium set for Sept. 25, 27
September 16, 2025
The University of Alaska Cooperative Extension Service will host a free public symposium on climate change and its effects on regional and global food security. Nancy Fresco, a climate change researcher at ÃÛÌÒTV's International Arctic Research Center, will lead the two-part symposium on Zoom. Sessions are set for Sept. 25 and will repeat on Sept. 27.
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September 15, 2025
West Tanana Drive from Thompson Drive to Sheep Creek Road will be under construction Sept. 16-25. Traffic eastbound onto campus will be maintained, while westbound traffic heading off campus will need to follow a detour.
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Get a grip on safety this winter
September 15, 2025
It's time to start thinking about winterizing your home and yourself. For those who are new to Alaska, there is a lot of preparation you can do to make yourself comfortable in sub-zero temperatures.
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Topics in Teaching September workshop
September 15, 2025
Running one day each month from September to November 2025, Topics in Teaching is a series of one-hour workshops planned as short presentations and discussions for TAs. September's workshop, "Exploring Pedagogical Wellness: Integrating Teaching and Well-Being for Classroom Success," is rescheduled for Oct. 14 at 1 p.m., and is available in Bunnell 145 and via Zoom.
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Graduate Writing Group available
September 15, 2025
The ÃÛÌÒTV Graduate School is excited to announce the formation of the Graduate Writing Group for our graduate students. Staff and faculty members are requested to spread the word and encourage graduate students to participate.
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The State of AI at ÃÛÌÒTV:Â Fall 2025
September 15, 2025
This teaching tip focuses on two areas of generative artificial intelligence's impacts on higher education: The state of automatic detection of text generated from AI, and three AI-based tools that can help in generating learning materials and activities, and make grading and feedback easier for instructors.
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Apply: Mid-semester feedback applications open
September 15, 2025
Mid-semester feedback is a common way for in-person instructors to gain actionable feedback. At ÃÛÌÒTV, CTL instructional designers team up with teachers to talk with students and gather anonymous feedback.
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September 15, 2025
Join colleagues from across ÃÛÌÒTV for a writing session and support every Friday in October. Opt into at least one session per week at 8-10 a.m., 10 a.m. to noon, or 1-3 p.m. All sessions will be virtual on Zoom.
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Graduate TA orientation session II (hybrid)
September 15, 2025
Graduate TAs will leave this one-hour session on Sept. 18 from 1-2 p.m. in The MILL or via Zoom, with an understanding of a range of pedagogical approaches in higher education.
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