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Friday Focus: Safe and responsible activities
November 03, 2023
We have had a whirlwind of activities and events in the past several weeks with even more fun on the horizon as we approach the holidays, finals, and winter break. I hope you will take the opportunity to join one of our upcoming UAF events, bring a friend (or two), and meet new ones! From a Blue and Gold Governor's Cup hockey game (Go Nooks!) to the Diwali Festival of Lights, a UAF Yoga Club class, the University Women's Association bazaar, or a community ski swap, this weekend is full of ways to connect and celebrate together. Along with the fun, we will also continue working together to ensure we contribute to a welcoming environment for students, colleagues, and community members.
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NW Archivists' 2024: Call for proposals
November 03, 2023
Northwest Archivists' next annual meeting will be held in Spokane, Washington, from May 8-10, 2024. The program committee is seeking session proposals related to all aspects of archival/library practice, theory or research that is broadly related to the theme "Seeking Balance: Sustainability and Adaptation" through Dec. 8, 2023.
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ASMP celebrates 20 years of mentoring Alaska teachers
November 03, 2023
The Alaska Statewide Mentor Project recently marked its 20th year of mentoring first- and second-year teachers in schools all over Alaska.
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Celebration of Life for Jacques Philip
November 03, 2023
Please join the Center for Alaska Native Health Research in celebrating the life of Dr. Jacques Philip in the Regents' Great Hall of the UAF Fine Arts Complex on Nov. 6 from 4-6 p.m.
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Upcoming training offered by ComPsych
November 03, 2023
Employees can register to attend two upcoming professional development training sessions online scheduled for November and December.
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BLaST workshop: IACUC and IRB - Understanding the process
November 01, 2023
Dive into the heart of ethical research practices with our upcoming BLaST Undergraduate Professional Development workshop on Nov. 7 from 1-2 p.m. on Institutional Review Board and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee principles and ethics.
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BLaST mentoring group workshops
November 01, 2023
Biomedical Learning and Student Training invites all faculty, staff and graduate students to November mentoring discussion group sessions on Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. via Zoom or in-person in Room 174 of the Arctic Health Research Building.
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BLaST offers student spring 2024 funding
November 01, 2023
The Biomedical Learning and Student Training program invites students to apply to earn up to $2,500 to conduct research for Spring 2024. This award may be used to cover hourly wages, tuition, travel, supplies, and services. The deadline to apply is Monday, Nov. 6, 2023, by midnight.
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ASUAF Faculty and Staff Awards
November 01, 2023
The ASUAF senate awarded their annual faculty and staff awards to Katie Spellman and Amy Wald for their outstanding service to the students of UAF.
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URSA announces 2023-2024 Community-Engaged Learning awardee
November 01, 2023
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Activity congratulates Beatrice Turley, a Secondary Education and Music undergraduate student, who received an URSA 2023-2024 Community-Engaged Learning Award for their proposal titled: Understanding Introductory Geometry Through Music, Movement, and Listening.
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University Women's Holiday Bazaar Nov. 4-5 raises funds for UAF scholarships
November 01, 2023
The University Women's Association is holding its 53rd two-day bazaar of Alaskan artists, crafters and food vendors on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 4 and 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Pioneer Park.
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November 01, 2023
Learn more about UAF travel while participating in the Travel Scavenger Hunt. Answers will be accepted Nov. 1-14, and everyone who participates will receive a prize.
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Responsible Conduct of Research training Nov. 14
November 01, 2023
Responsible Conduct of Research training will be offered via Zoom on Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. RCR is a required training for undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers supported by National Science Foundation awards.
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Faculty Appreciation Night with Alaska Nanook Volleyball
November 01, 2023
All UAF faculty and a guest are invited to attend Faculty Appreciation Night on Thursday, Nov. 2 at the Patty Center. All faculty are encouraged to attend!
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Office of Financial and Business Services open house
November 01, 2023
Please join the Office of Financial and Business Services for an open house from 1:30-4 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16 in the Butrovich Building, Suite 106.
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Bakker appointed interim executive director of University Advancement
October 30, 2023
Theresa Bakker has been appointed as the interim executive director of University Advancement. In this role, she will lead UAF's development, alumni relations, communications and marketing activities. Bakker will start the interim role on Nov. 6 and serve until a permanent candidate is hired.
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Bluebeary Lemonade to debut at Governor's Cup games
October 30, 2023
Alaska Nanooks hockey fans at this weekend's Governor's Cup games will get a chance to taste a new addition to the UAF and Latitude 65 Brewing Company partnership lineup.
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Scott Raygor named deputy chief of University Fire Department
October 30, 2023
Scott Raygor has been named deputy chief of the university fire department. Scott is a 28-year veteran of the fire service, and will officially begin the role on Dec. 3.
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October 30, 2023
Parking Services is hosting a canned food drive from Nov. 1-17. In addition to helping communities in need, Parking Services will reduce your citations to a warning!
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Friday Focus: Valuing the institution
October 27, 2023
How do we measure success? When I look at UAF's inspiring vision statement, excellence through transformative experiences, I have the answer (or at least the goal.) We are successful when our students, investors, grantors, donors, and community members have transformative experiences. What is less clear is how to measure this success. The Board of Regents and President Pitney have been working together and with university leaders on what goals and metrics should look like systemwide. That process has caused me to think a lot about how we measure transformative experiences.
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The Well reopens to support happiness, well-being at UAF
October 27, 2023
The Well has re-opened after being closed for maintenance. The Well is now openly available to anyone with a Polar Express card as a space to help promote happiness and well-being (e.g., yoga, meditation, reading, thankfulness, etc.) on the UAF campus.
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UAF ÑÇÖÞÒùÊŽÈËÆÞ Association to host Governor's Cup Pre-game Rally
October 27, 2023
The UAF ÑÇÖÞÒùÊŽÈËÆÞ Association is hosting a pre-game rally for the second game of this year's Alaska Airlines Governor's Cup series. Join us on Saturday, Nov. 4 at 5 p.m. at Latitude 65 Brewing Company. Wear your blue and gold and let's get ready to cheer on the Nanooks! The puck drops in the Carlson Center at 7:07 p.m.
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MFA in effect for VPN and VDI starting Oct. 31
October 27, 2023
Over the past two years, UAF has been rolling out a security enhancement called Multi-Factor Authentication to better protect user accounts and sensitive university information from malicious cyber-attacks. Today, all employees, including student-employees are required to use MFA.
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UAF selected to join Gardner Institute's inaugural cohort
October 25, 2023
The University of Alaska Fairbanks has been selected as a participant in a new national initiative, Transforming the Foundational Postsecondary Experience. Led by the Gardner Institute, a leading national student success non-profit organization, this initiative aims to transform the critical first two years of college education during which students create the foundation of educational success and degree completion.
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Face your college financing fears
October 25, 2023
Just yesterday, you were cradling your sweet baby, and today, here you are with an eleventh-grader quickly approaching college entry. Cue your best Edvard Munch's "The Scream" impersonation as you grapple with the idea of financing your little one's educational pursuits. Whether you are still in the early days of parenting or you've recently experienced that scream moment, the question about financing your beneficiary's future education costs can seem scarier than meeting a hairy monster in a dark alley. This is an article about facing your college financing fears head-on!
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