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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, ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥, 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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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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Call for abstracts open: KAMSS 2024

March 18, 2024

Kodiak Area Marine Science Symposium 2024 welcomes abstracts spanning a variety of marine science and related fields pertinent to our healthy coastal community. The submission deadline for abstracts is March 25.
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SoBear Lounge: UAF's Got Talent

March 13, 2024

We are looking for musicians, poets, actors, jugglers - performers of all kinds - who would like to share their talents at UAF's SoBear Lounge night; "UAF's Got Talent!" on Thursday, April 4 from 6-8:30 p.m. in the Wood Center Ballroom.
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2024 Midnight Sun Science Symposium

March 13, 2024

The UAF Biology Graduate Student Association is pleased to announce their 2024 Midnight Sun Science Symposium scheduled for April 11-12 at the UAF Troth Yeddha' Campus! The symposium will be hybrid this year, with in-person and virtual components.
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Geospatial Cloud Computing workshop

March 13, 2024

A free workshop on Geospatial Cloud Computing with the Google Earth Engine is scheduled for March 21-22. The workshop is hosted by the ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Extension and is open to students, research staff and faculty.
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SoBear Lounge/FEM CON Comedy Event: Adrianne Chalepah

March 13, 2024

Come on down for a very special FEM CON SoBear Lounge with Adrianne Chalepah as the guest performer for comedy night on Thursday, March 28 from 6-8 p.m. Enjoy free mocktails, appetizers and entertainment as you relax in the Wood Center's Multi-Level Lounge.
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UAF Troth Yeddha' PhD Fellowship

March 08, 2024

The UAF Troth Yeddha’ Ph.D. Fellowship is a new opportunity with funding available to support a limited number of Ph.D. students over the upcoming year (through spring 2025) starting May 5.
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Chancellor's Enrollment Forum: Transformative Experiences

March 06, 2024

Join Chancellor Dan White for a discussion of the university's enrollment and a transformative experience on Thursday, March 21, at 1 p.m. in the Wood Center ballroom. The event will also be available online.
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Study away and explore the world

March 05, 2024

Have you always wanted to travel internationally? Or do you feel ready to spend some time living in another state? The Study Away Program is here to help send you on your way.
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Spring Mental Health First Aid training

March 04, 2024

Student Health and Counseling will continue to offer Mental Health First Aid training to the UA community throughout the spring 2024 semester. The next course will be held virtually via Zoom on March 28 and 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day.
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Responsible Conduct of Research training March 26

March 04, 2024

Responsible Conduct of Research training will be offered via Zoom on Tuesday, March 26 from 1-4:30 p.m. This workshop fulfills the National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health requirements for formal RCR instruction.
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Osher Lifelong Learning Institute seeks instructors for fall

March 04, 2024

Want to share your passion and knowledge? UAF’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is currently seeking volunteer instructors for the fall semester. It's a wonderful, low-stress opportunity to gain teaching experience with a friendly audience.
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Multi-Factor Authentication soon to be required for UAF students

February 28, 2024

Due to changing cybersecurity standards, all University of ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ students will soon be required to use Duo Multi-Factor Authentication when logging into University SSO services, such as UAOnline, Blackboard, Canvas, or Google Apps.
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Accepting applications for ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ Sea Grant Community Engaged Fellowship

February 28, 2024

The ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ Sea Grant Community Engaged Fellowship program is now accepting applications from students interested in becoming fellows, and from municipal, state, federal and tribal agencies as well as business interest groups and nonprofits interested in mentoring a fellow in 2024. Projects should be based in coastal communities and may have research, outreach, education or communication themes.
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Submissions open for first Chancellor's Featured Student Artist contest

February 28, 2024

The Chancellor's Office is now accepting submissions for the first Chancellor's Featured Student Artist contest for Fall 2024. All current UAF students are encouraged to submit their artwork.
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Opportunities for Outdoor Adventure

February 28, 2024

UAF Outdoor Adventures offers reduced-price gear rentals, ski lessons, and trips for students. Upcoming trips this semester include fishing for burbot, climbing a frozen waterfall, spending a night at a cabin, bird watching, and outdoor rock climbing - no experience necessary!
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BLaST Scientist of the Month: Michael Martins

February 28, 2024

Michael Martins, a Brazilian and American citizen, is a fourth-year BLaST Scholar and a senior at UAF. Martins graduates in May 2024 with a B.S. in mathematics and a minor in Arctic skills.
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Participate in Chartwells focus groups

February 28, 2024

Chartwells values diners' opinions and has developed a process, "On-site Insights" to gain customer feedback regarding dining services and to better understand campus dining needs. Participation in one of the upcoming focus group sessions would be greatly appreciated, so candid feedback may be heard regarding dining experiences.
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Life After Loss: Grief support group for students, staff and faculty

February 26, 2024

Student Health and Counseling will be hosting its second session of Life After Loss, a grief support group, beginning Friday, March 8. This group is open to all UAF students, staff and faculty.
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Summer Camp registration opening soon

February 26, 2024

UAF Summer Sessions will open registration for summer camps at 9 a.m. on Friday, March 8. The website opens March 1, so visit and start making your full and half-day camp plans for kids entering grades 1-12.
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