Did you know a mentorship experience at Prince William Sound College steered an outdoor leadership enthusiast into the field of environmental science?

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.

Did You Know UAA Student Tayler Tanginiq Higgins is Earning National Recognition as a Champion for Change?

March 26, 2024

Tayler Tanginiq Higgins, a 20-year-old Indigenous youth advocate at the University of Alaska 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.

Did you know a whopping 26 new endowments, scholarships, and endowed chairs were established last year across the University of Alaska System?

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.

Did you know UA provides critical healthcare training programs in Alaska, including exclusive offerings like the Master's in Social Work and radiology technician training?

February 27, 2024

Alaska'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 Alaska is a pivotal player, offering essential and unique healthcare programs that cater to the state's growing needs.

Did You Know improving FAFSA completion rates could bring Alaska students millions more in Federal Aid?

January 24, 2024

Alaskan 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.

Did You Know Seismometers are Helping to Decode the Aurora's Secrets?

December 12, 2023

Earthquakes and the Aurora Borealis might seem like distant phenomena, but recent research from the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the U.S. Geological Survey reveals an unexpected connection between these two natural wonders.

Did you know ANSEP Ruled 2023 with Unprecedented Numbers and a Landmark Graduation?

November 28, 2023

In 2023, the Alaska Native Science & Engineering Program (ANSEP) saw its largest graduating class and record-breaking enrollment. ANSEP is making history with remarkable achievements, marking this year as a pivotal moment for the program.

Did you know UAF and the U.S. Army are Spearheading a 10-Year Environmental Partnership?

November 14, 2023

The University of Alaska Fairbanks will provide environmental services to Fort Wainwright. Services range from surveys of threatened and endangered species, wetlands, and archaeological sites, to natural resource management and water and air quality compliance.

Did you know UAF students are using NASA technology in a hand-held gadget to study the environment?

October 11, 2023

STELLA - short for NASA's Science and Technology Education for Land / Life Assessment - is a hand-held tool that allows students, educators, and citizen scientists to scan, record, and analyze features of the natural environment using the same technology that NASA uses to study the Earth.

Did you know that the Equinox Marathon was started by two students and two sports coaches as a University event?

September 27, 2023

The Equinox Marathon, initially billed as one of the toughest in the world, has evolved into a captivating race with a rich history that sets it apart from others.