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2025 UA Giving Day Celebration
March 27, 2025
For 49 hours, the University of Alaska (UA) community united in an extraordinary show of support for the University of Alaska Fairbanks, University of Alaska Anchorage and University of Alaska Southeast. Because of the generosity of more than 2,500 of UA's alumni and friends, over $1.3 million was raised during UA Giving Day.
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March 20, 2025
Mark your calendars for the exciting 49-hour University of Alaska (UA) Giving Day event starting at noon on March 25 and ending at 1 p.m. on March 27. Join us online at givingday.alaska.edu to make a difference.
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University of Alaska Foundation Seeks Applicants for Primary Leadership Role
January 27, 2025
The University of Alaska Foundation (UA Foundation) seeks an accomplished and visionary leader to serve as its next president and as chief development officer for the University of Alaska (UA) system. Information about the position and hiring process is available at UA Careers.
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Now Accepting Proposals for the Harold T. Caven Professorship in Business and Finance
January 23, 2025
The University of Alaska Foundation is accepting proposals from Jan. 9 - April 4, 2025 for the Harold T. Caven Professorship in Business and Finance (Caven Professorship). Proposals will be accepted from faculty members in business and finance within the UA system. The professorship allows for a UA faculty member to extend and expand UA’s business and finance research and outreach activities throughout Alaska.
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Angus Gavin Migratory Bird Research Grant Applications Due by January 17, 2025
December 17, 2024
Fairbanks, AK - Scientists within the University of Alaska System (UAF, UAA, UAS), including graduate students and faculty members, are invited to apply for the Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant (Gavin Grant). Applications may be submitted through Friday, January 17, for 2025 field season proposals. The selection committee will make award selections between $15,000 - $30,000 for one or more applicants.
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Nominations open until Dec. 19, for 2025 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence
November 22, 2024
The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors is accepting nominations through Dec. 19, 2024, for the 2025 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence. The prize, which includes a $20,000 award, is presented to an individual who demonstrates excellence in support of the University of Alaska.
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November 19, 2024
The Associated General Contractors of Alaska (AGC) made a significant, $200,000 gift to the University of Alaska’s (UA) Construction Management Workforce Initiative. University of Alaska President Pat Pitney accepted the gift at AGC’s annual conference last week.
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For Alaska Campaign Demonstrates How Generosity Changes Lives
September 26, 2024
The University of Alaska (UA) celebrates the impact of the For Alaska fundraising campaign on post-secondary education and training in Alaska. Gifts from 21,777 individuals, businesses and foundations over the eight-year campaign have strengthened student experiences and UA’s mission of teaching, research and public service.
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2024 Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant
August 30, 2024
Fairbanks, AK - University of Alaska Fairbanks Research Professional Stephanie Crawford is the 2024 recipient of the University of Alaska Foundation Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant (Gavin Grant).
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UAF's Dr. Jaunelle Celaire receives the 2024 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence
August 15, 2024
The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors has awarded the 2024 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence to Dr. Jaunelle Celaire, UAF professor of voice.
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Tlisa A. Northcutt, CFRE, appointed Interim University of Alaska Foundation President
July 01, 2024
The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors has appointed Tlisa Northcutt as interim president of the UA Foundation and chief development officer for the UA system, effective July 1, 2024, following the resignation of President Tod A. Burnett.
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Fourth annual UA Giving Day reaches new heights
March 29, 2024
The University of Alaska system just wrapped up the most successful UA Giving Day in its history, capturing over 2,050 supporters in 49 hours and becoming the biggest single fundraising event in UA history, with over $1.3 million in funds raised.
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OPINION: UAA creates opportunity for Alaska students -- and the data shows it
December 13, 2023
Across the Lower 48, universities are immersed in questions over cost, campus discourse and politics. In Alaska, we have a different story to tell. The University of Alaska Anchorage provides high-quality, affordable education for Alaskans.
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Nominations open for 2024 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence
November 21, 2023
The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors is accepting nominations for the 2023 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence. The prize, which includes a $20,000 award, is presented to an individual who demonstrates excellence in support of the University of Alaska.
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Dr. Jessica Black receives 2023 Bullock Prize
September 14, 2023
The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors has awarded the 2023 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence to Dr. Jessica Black. The Bullock Prize is awarded annually to a member of the university community in recognition that a truly great university grows as a result of personal commitments to excellence.
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UAA’s Dr. Berry Awarded the Caven Professorship in Business and Finance
September 01, 2023
The University of Alaska Foundation has awarded Dr. Kevin Berry, University of Alaska Anchorage associate professor of economics, the Harold T. Caven Professorship in Business and Finance for his work in the economics of sustainability.
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2023 Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant Awarded
June 20, 2023
Julie Schram, Ph.D., an assistant professor of animal physiology at University of Alaska Southeast, is the recipient of the 2023 Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant.
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Slivka Joins UA Foundation as CFO
May 12, 2023
The University of Alaska (UA) Foundation announces the appointment of Alex Slivka as chief financial officer (CFO). He began in his new role on May 1, 2023.
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Rollover Retirement Income and Support UA
April 17, 2023
If you are 70.5 or older, the SECURE Act 2.0 provides a new way to use your IRA for lifetime income while supporting the University of Alaska.
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February 24, 2023
The University of Alaska system wrapped up the most successful UA Giving Day in its history, raising over $1.3 million in 49 hours.
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We need you to be a giving day champion
January 19, 2023
The university system is gearing up for the third annual UA Giving Day - 49 Hours for Alaska, taking place February 22 - 23.
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UA Foundation releases new strategic plan
January 18, 2023
The strategic planning process resulted in updated mission, vision and values for the organization, and four strategic priorities to guide the philanthropic efforts of the foundation.
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Libby Roderick receives 2022 Bullock Prize
January 13, 2023
The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors has awarded the 2022 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence to Libby Roderick. Roderick, who has been a UAA staff member since 2006, is the director of the Difficult Dialogues Initiative and associate director of the Center for Advancing Faculty Excellence. Roderick received the award Wednesday during the Foundation's board meeting in Fairbanks.
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UA Foundation Announces New Directors
December 16, 2022
Ben Roth, Dave Karp, John Burns, Melissa Reiser and Tammy Kosa will join the board of directors.
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Inspiring a New Generation of Medical Professionals
December 14, 2022
Improving the health of Alaskans was a family affair for Grace and Henry Akiyama. The commitment to the health of Juneau and Southeast Alaska residents continues through the Akiyama Family Endowed Scholarship.
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December 14, 2022
Through named endowments, stories about individual Alaskans are remembered and retold forever. The Clarence and Verle Kramer Memorial Endowment honors a family who helped shape the state's logging industry.
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Need Named Outstanding Professional in Philanthropy
November 15, 2022
Congratulations to Harry Need, CFRE, Senior Director of Philanthropic Services at the University of Alaska Foundation. Today he was named Outstanding Professional in Philanthropy by his peers within Association of Fundraising Professionals AFP Alaska Chapter.
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Nominations Open for 2023 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence Page Title
November 11, 2022
The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors is accepting nominations for the 2023 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence. The prize, which includes a $20,000 award, is presented to an individual who demonstrates excellence in support of the University of Alaska.
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Gavin Migratory Bird Research Grant Applications Due by December 12
November 11, 2022
Scientists within the University of Alaska system, including graduate students and faculty members, are eligible to apply for the Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant that is now open for 2023 field season proposals. The application deadline is December 12, 2022. There are two $15,000 awards available.
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Northrim Bank makes a major investment in UA's three universities
June 16, 2022
A major, long-time supporter of the University of Alaska system, Northrim Bank, has gifted $259,500 to fund UA initiatives that advance research about Alaska's economy and fiscal policy, expand business education and build entrepreneurship capacity. Northrim's donation also includes funding to five community campuses where Northrim employees live and work.