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A man wearing a white shirt, red tie and dark colored business jacket.Friday Focus: Welcome back, Nanooks

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. Continue reading this week's Friday Focus.


Wilderness First Aid course available to field researchers

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. Learn more and register.


2025-2026 Parking permits available now

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. Read more and get your parking pass now.


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Registration for fall programming for kids and adult non-credit courses opens Sept. 8

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. Learn more about the courses.


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LARS to host Sept. 6 community event

The University of Ӱԭ Fairbanks Large Animal Research Station will close out the summer tour season with a Locals Day event on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Read more about the event.


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