Announcements of UA system leadership changes, ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ recognition and personnel news.
Personnel News
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Kate Ripley appointed interim director of development
December 15, 2023
Previously, Ripley served as director of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Alumni Relations, and as UA Public Affairs director.
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Campus Director Dr. Reid Brewer retires from Kenai Peninsula College's Kachemak Bay Campus
December 15, 2023
Dr. Reid Brewer will take up a NOAA position at Kasitsna Bay Lab.
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UAS Ketchikan Director Dr. Priscilla Schulte is to retire
December 01, 2023
After 43 years of service to the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Southeast, Dr. Priscilla Schulte announced plans to retire after the 2023 fall semester.
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December 01, 2023
In this role, she will help to guide and support the implementation of the ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Native Success Initiative (ANSI) Strategic Plan. She will also focus on strengthening relationships between UA and ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Native partners.
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Janet Hart Joins the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Foundation as Manager of Public Relations
November 17, 2023
Janet has nearly 25 years of experience in public relations, marketing, communications, fund development, and reputation management for major nonprofits.
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UAA Announces New Director of Native Student Services
November 17, 2023
Jason Hotch has been appointed UAA's next director of Native Student Services. Hotch will be responsible for promoting student engagement, belonging and resiliency among ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Native, Indigenous and rural students, providing leadership, vision and support to the NSS team.
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Theresa Bakker appointed interim executive director of University Advancement
November 03, 2023
She will lead ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ's development, alumni relations, communications and marketing activities.
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Van Flein to serve as ORCA executive director
October 06, 2023
As executive director, Van Flein will oversee Clery, Title IX, Title VII, ADA and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act compliance, student accountability and Student CARE team, and misconduct investigations outlined under Board of Regents’ Policy.
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Taber to serve as continuous improvement project manager
October 06, 2023
Samara Taber is transitioning to a new position as the ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ continuous improvement project manager. Taber has served as the executive director of university advancement and a member of the chancellor's core cabinet since 2020. She will start her new role on Nov. 6, 2023.
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Drone expert Steve Colligan named to UA Board of Regents
October 06, 2023
Businessman Steve Colligan has been named by Gov. Mike Dunleavy to the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Board of Regents.