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Mesas to Mountains innovation summit planned for Oct. 11-12
October 03, 2022
A partnership between the University of òòò½´«Ã½ Fairbanks and three other Western universities is working to boost access to the innovation economy for underrepresented businesses in òòò½´«Ã½, New Mexico, Idaho and Montana.
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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 òòò½´«Ã½ 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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Friday Focus: Case closure a reminder to remain vigilant
September 30, 2022
The Sophie Sergie murder case finally concluded this week with the sentencing of Steven Downs. The case, while now closed, will always be part of our history and a reminder that UAF must remain vigilant. Occasionally when we address a disciplinary issue for misconduct at UAF, I am reminded that "we are a reflection of society" and our society is tragically affected by domestic violence, assault and discrimination. That said, we are also a powerful reflection of the good in our society and we have the ability to positively affect our future and the future of all who come here.
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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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Nanook Navigator and Student Success Spotlight: Alexandra Fitts
September 29, 2022
The Nanook Navigator and Student Success spotlight for September is Alexandra Fitts. Alexandra is the vice provost in the Division of General Studies.
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One Health, One Future 2023 abstracts due Oct. 17
September 29, 2022
The UAF Center for One Health Research's International Conference, One Health, One Future 2023, is accepting abstract and poster submissions until Oct. 17. Once submitted, the materials will be reviewed by the UAF One Health, One Future Planning Team. You will be notified of the decision no later than Tuesday, Nov. 1. You are allowed to apply for both an abstract and a poster, but we request that you create two separate applications.
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Last call! òòò½´«Ã½ INBRE carryover award opportunity
September 28, 2022
Deadline to apply Sept. 30, 2022! This funding opportunity is to join in an application to the National Institute of General Medical Sciences for use of carry over funds from our primary award for one-time expenditures towards meeting these goals that are not eligible for funding through the existing mechanisms within our cores.
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Student Health and Counseling launches winter wellness program
September 28, 2022
The Student Health and Counseling Center (SHCC) wants to help you prepare for the upcoming winter so that you can enjoy your time in Fairbanks while avoiding the dreaded "winter blues." SHCC has come up with an eight-week preparedness program dedicated to helping students plan for the potential emotional and social hardships that can come with the colder and darker months.
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September 28, 2022
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens Oct. 1. This is for the 2023-24 school year, which includes fall 2023 and spring 2024.
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UAF making the switch to Canvas LMS
September 28, 2022
After a successful pilot in the 20-21 academic year followed by the adoption of Canvas in 2021-22 by the majority of our faculty, UAF is transitioning to Canvas as its new Learning Management System (LMS). Today, more than 77 percent of UAF LMS courses are being taught in Canvas. A big thank you to the faculty who have already made the transition and the staff who supported the faculty to make the switch.
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ACEP's Byrd among photo contest winners
September 27, 2022
Amanda Byrd, the chief storyteller at the òòò½´«Ã½ Center for Energy and Power, is among the winners of the Navigating the New Arctic photo contest.
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URSA 2022 Community Engaged Learning Award open for applications
September 26, 2022
The URSA 2022 Community Engaged Learning (CEL) Award are open for applications as of Sept. 26, 2022. CEL awards offer up to $500 to work with a community partner to explore a community need or problem through research or scholarly activity.
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Launch of òòò½´«Ã½ Native Claims Settlement Act Project Jukebox
September 26, 2022
In recognition of the 50th Anniversary of the signing of the òòò½´«Ã½ Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) in December 1971, the UAF Oral History Program has just launched the Project Jukebox online interactive website that combines oral history recordings, film, photos and documents to tell the story behind the fight for passage of ANCSA, its role in òòò½´«Ã½'s history, and its legacy.
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September rural staff spotlight: Deven Lisac
September 26, 2022
Deven Lisac serves as the student services manager at the Bristol Bay Campus. She helps students at a moment's notice, even after hours or on weekends when necessary.
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BLaST celebrates September Scientist of the Month
September 23, 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. UAF BLaST Scholar Orlin Gologergen was selected as the September BLaST Scientist of the Month.
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Friday Focus: Telling our story
September 23, 2022
Telling stories is one of the most powerful means we have to inspire and connect people. At University Advancement (alumni, development and university relations), storytelling is 90 percent of what we do. In the simplest of terms, our job is to help others engage with UAF in ways that are meaningful to them.
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Permafrost Magazine releases Issue 44.1
September 22, 2022
The most recent issue of Permafrost, Issue 44.1, has been released and is now live at the Permafrost website! This issue features 38 creators of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, hybrid, and visual art.
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New book club picks for fall 2022
September 22, 2022
Are you gearing up for social reading as daylight grows shorter? UAF's book clubs invite faculty, instructors and staff to connect through reading and dialogue. Fall reading lists have been announced by the Indigenous Authors and Innovations in Learning book clubs. The UAF Faculty Accelerator will purchase digital or physical books for club members.
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September 22, 2022
With the new school year in full swing, please ensure your parking permit is valid. While warnings were issued for the first week of the semester, parking attendants are now issuing citations according to the parking policy.
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Month of Writing events planned for October
September 22, 2022
Writers from the UAF community are invited to register for a Month of Writing, which will include weekly writing sessions and workshops. In addition to accountability for maintaining a regular writing practice, participants can expect to develop new skills for navigating academic, technical, and creative writing as well as techniques for productivity and wellness in our writing practices.
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September 21, 2022
UAF's Office of Sustainability is hosting a dinner in the Pub! The meal will consist of ingredients grown from the university's local gardens, Wild caught òòò½´«Ã½n salmon, and will be paired with locally brewed beverages.
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Caught in a major storm, UAF researchers make the best of it
September 21, 2022
On St. Paul Island, in the Bering Sea about 300 miles from òòò½´«Ã½â€™s coast, the still-powerful remains of Typhoon Merbok passed overhead, churning up the ocean and rolling across the landscape on a path to the òòò½´«Ã½ mainland. As the storm hit the small island, three University of òòò½´«Ã½ Fairbanks researchers, two graduate students and a filmmaker went out for a look.
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