This is a feature series we are calling â€Æྱ»å&²Ô²ú²õ±è;³Û´Ç³Ü&²Ô²ú²õ±è;°²Ô´Ç·É.†The project is designed to highlight university excellence and points of pride through
storytelling and data. Our goal is to keep university stakeholders informed about
the university's key role in changing lives and shaping the state's economy. These
vignettes and personal stories illustrate the university's many successes and the
vital and profound impact it has on graduates and all ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æns.
Did you know?
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July 09, 2024
President Pat Pitney recently announced the inaugural cohort of the "President's Arctic Professors." This distinguished group will spearhead the UA Arctic Leadership Initiative and contribute to UA's mission of enhancing Arctic research and leadership.
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June 25, 2024
Travis Rector, professor of astrophysics at UAA, merges passion and education through his astrophotography, teaching and authorship. Through his work in and out of the classroom, he is empowering UAA students to explore cosmic frontiers, and fostering a legacy of scientific inquiry and environmental stewardship.
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Did you know UA's cracking the code of the past with a brand-new radiocarbon dating lab?
June 12, 2024
The University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Fairbanks (ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ) is set to pioneer advanced isotopic research and innovation with the launch of its first radiocarbon dating laboratory on the Troth Yeddha' Campus, thanks to a $3.5 million federal grant secured by Sen. Lisa Murkowski.
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May 22, 2024
UAA, ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ, and UAS campuses have been holding commencement ceremonies to honor the hard work and dedication of the Class of 2024. Graduates join the more than 100,000 graduates and former students who make up University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ alumni.
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"Did You Know ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ's Kuskokwim Campus is Commemorating 50 Years Since Its Inaugural Graduation?"
April 23, 2024
It was 1975 in Bethel, ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ, and the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Fairbanks (ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ), College of Rural and Community Development's (CRCD) Kuskokwim Campus (KuC), then known as Kuskokwim Community College, put on its first graduation ceremony. Fifty-eight graduates, all wearing caps and gowns, made their way across the stage.
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April 09, 2024
Hannah Bogdan's story shows how interdisciplinary collaboration, mentorship, and experiential learning happening at PWSC are making a difference in real-world environmental challenges.
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March 26, 2024
Tayler Tanginiq Higgins, a 20-year-old Indigenous youth advocate at the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Anchorage, has been honored as a Champion for Change by the Center for Native American Youth. This prestigious recognition is part of a national initiative aimed at amplifying the impactful work of young Indigenous leaders across the United States.
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March 12, 2024
Scholarships are essential to many students' academic journeys. Last year, the UA System awarded $4.19 million in scholarships to nearly 1,900 students through approximately 2,200 awards.
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February 27, 2024
ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ's healthcare landscape is undergoing significant transformation, with projections indicating a noteworthy 14.3% growth in healthcare jobs from 2020 to 2030--surpassing all other sectors. In this evolving landscape, the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ is a pivotal player, offering essential and unique healthcare programs that cater to the state's growing needs.
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January 24, 2024
ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æn grads could receive up to $6.8M more in Pell Grants if more students completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA. As many as 65% of the Class of 2022 skipped filing a FAFSA, leaving vital financial aid untapped.