• Spring Awakening at the MILL

    April 17, 2024

    We have a new makerspace challenge for April. This challenge invites you to get inspired by the changing season—melting snow, returning birds, budding plants, and longer days—and create something in the MILL.
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    URSA 2024 Supply and Service Awards

    April 17, 2024

    UAF faculty members, adjunct instructors, postdoctoral researchers, graduate students and staff from all disciplines and UAF-campuses are eligible to apply for up to $5,000 in supply and service funds to support undergraduate research, creative, and scholarly learning opportunities. Applications will be accepted through Sunday, April 28 by 11:59 p.m.
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  • Pop-up meditation for Global Peace

    April 17, 2024

    Please join a pop-up, group, silent meditation dedicated to global peace on Monday, April 29 from 1-2 p.m. in the Wood Center common area (lower level). The event is open to all and beginners are welcome.
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  • LEAP seeks faculty, student applicants

    April 17, 2024

    The UAF Center for Teaching and Learning seeks faculty and student applicants to participate in the Learner Experience Advocacy Program for the 2024 fall semester. LEAP is a semester-long faculty development program where trained undergraduate students partner with participating instructors to share feedback on their online courses.
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  • Animals in university buildings policy reminder

    April 12, 2024

    This is a reminder that animals, except for service animals, are not permitted in UAF buildings without prior approval or permission as an accommodation for a documented disability. This policy is intended to optimize the safety and health of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
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  • Kick Up Your Heels: Relay races for a cause

    April 10, 2024

    Every two minutes, someone in the U.S. is sexually assaulted. We need to change this in ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ and in our world! Help ORCA and ORCA POD spread awareness of this critical issue by joining the Kick Up Your Heels relay races on April 26.
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  • Lessons from 35 years

    April 10, 2024

    In the most recent eCampus blog post, Tim Stickel shares insights gained from 35 years in higher ed, highlighting the importance of relationships in college success.
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  • Earth Day clothing drive

    April 10, 2024

    Career Services is collecting donations from April 22-26 to build a Career Closet open to students in fall 2024. Drop donations off between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Eielson 304 in the Career Services office on the Troth Yeddha' campus.
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  • Responsible Conduct of Research training April 24

    April 08, 2024

    Responsible Conduct of Research training will be offered via Zoom on Wednesday, April 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This workshop fulfills the National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health requirements for formal RCR instruction.
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  • The UAF Community and Technical College building located in downtown Fairbanks.

    Forums scheduled for CTC dean candidates

    April 05, 2024

    Two candidates for dean of the UAF Community and Technical College will give a public lecture on Tuesday, April 9 as part of the selection process. Individual, one-hour presentations by Carl Bishop and Kevin Kovalycsik will focus on their vision for CTC. There will be an opportunity for candidates to answer questions from the audience. The public forums will be held at the UAF CTC Downtown Center at 604 Barnette Street and also available on Zoom. Both sessions will be recorded.
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    Transmission and Distribution: The clean energy secret weapon

    April 01, 2024

    Join us Tuesday and Wednesday, April 2-3, 8:30 a.m. – noon for the second in a series of three free virtual monthly workshops hosted by ACEP, leading up to the 2024 ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ Sustainable Energy Conference. This workshop, Transmission and Distribution: The clean energy transitions secret weapon, will explore innovative strategies and technologies that are shaping the future of clean energy.
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  • A Place for Knowledge Exchange collaboration brunch

    April 01, 2024

    The facilitators of the seminar series A Place for Knowledge Exchange invite you to a collaboration brunch hosted by the International Arctic Research Center. The brunch will be held in Akasofu 501 on April 5 from 10 a.m. to noon. IARC and the College of Rural and Community Development hold the brunches quarterly to build stronger ties between the two organizations and support collaborative approaches in research, education and real-life community-based practices in rural ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ.
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  • '8 Keys for Adults with FASD' film showing and Q&A with cast members

    April 01, 2024

    A free film showing and Q&A with cast members of the documentary film "8 Keys for Adults with FASD" will be open to the public on Monday, April 8 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Wood Center-Ballroom.
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  • Zotero Workshop: An introduction to citations and research management

    March 27, 2024

    Join an interactive Zotero workshop on April 3 from 10-11:30 a.m. via Zoom with UAF Librarians, where participants will dive deep into the world of citation management.
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  • Wear Teal Day

    March 27, 2024

    Show your support for sexual assault survivors by wearing teal on Tuesday, April 2 (the color for Sexual Assault Awareness Month). By wearing teal, you signal that you are a safe person for survivors to trust. Come to the Wood Center Multi-Level Lounge wearing your teal to be entered into a raffle between noon to 2 p.m.
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  • Bouncing back from spring break

    March 27, 2024

    Now that you're back from Spring Break, you may find it a little challenging to set your mind to finishing your classes. Here are some tips to help you get back on track and finish the semester strong!
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  • A tots culinary masterpiece. (Photo courtesy of Kendell Newman Sadiik)

    Wrangle your writing process

    March 27, 2024

    Navigating the balance between creativity and practicality is a familiar journey, whether in the kitchen or at the writing desk. Like selecting recipes from a cookbook, we can curate writing strategies that align with our goals and time constraints.
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  • FEMCON cosplay competition

    March 27, 2024

    Fem-Con is a program at the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ Fairbanks, focused on the idea of celebrating and empowering femininity, and many events are being hosted throughout that week. Come show off your Cosplaying skills on Saturday, March 30 from 1-2 p.m. at the Wood Center-Multi-Level Lounge, and come dressed to impress!
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  • Art-O-Mat machine featuring small works of art for sale.

    Art-o-Mat machine on campus for April

    March 27, 2024

    UAF Summer Sessions and Lifelong Learning is hosting an Art-o-Mat machine for April. This machine has been refurbished to dispense small works of original art for $5. Summer Sessions is located in Eielson 216 and open Monday-Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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  • Photo of a Gabriel Miller standing in a lab.

    BLaST celebrates Gabriel Miller as March 2024 Scientist of the Month

    March 25, 2024

    Gabriel Miller is a second-year BLaST Scholar and plans to graduate in May 2024 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences with a concentration in Cell and Molecular Biology. He is from the small village of Ninilchik, ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ, where he has lived all his life. His hobbies include drawing, hiking, insect collecting, and any other activities outside in nature. Miller’s career goal is to enter the biomedical research field after graduate school. He recently was accepted to the University of Virginia’s Neuroscience Ph.D. program where he plans to focus in neuroimmunology.
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  • Office of Sustainability call for art

    March 25, 2024

    The UAF Office of Sustainability is looking for art to feature in the upcoming Sustainability Art Show at the Wood Center, April 4-24. All UAF students, faculty and staff are invited to submit artwork.
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  • UAF eCampus offers summer scholarships

    March 22, 2024

    Dreaming of maximizing your summer with online courses? UAF eCampus is pleased to announce summer scholarships available for online courses, each valued at $500. Hurry - the deadline to apply is March 27!
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  • Apply now for SoTL at UAF 2024-25

    March 20, 2024

    Join a group of instructors in exploring the scholarship of teaching and learning, with a focus on hybrid and hyflex teaching! All participants will have the option to co-author a report of program findings.
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  • University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ Giving Day 2024 logo on a UAF background graphic.

    Join us for UA Giving Day 2024!

    March 18, 2024

    Giving day starts at noon on March 26 and runs for 49 hours through 1 p.m. on March 28. The entire UAF community is invited to join Nanooks around the world - alumni, parents and friends - as we rally together for UA Giving Day.
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  • WeVideo learning opportunities

    March 18, 2024

    Unlock video-based learning experiences with WeVideo's March webinars. Sign up for a free WeVideo account on CTL's Media Services page (restricted to UAF students and employees).
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