Announcements of UA system leadership changes, employee recognition and personnel news.
Personnel News
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Land Management announces staff transition in research permitting
February 06, 2026
UA Land Management shared an update following the retirement of Dian Siegfried from its Fairbanks office.
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UAF Alumni Association honors former UA regent John Davies, among others
February 06, 2026
The University of Alaska Fairbanks Alumni Association has named former UA regent John Davies and broadcaster Bruce Cech as its 2026 award recipients, recognizing their exceptional achievements.
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UAF Chancellor search resumes with WittKieffer
February 06, 2026
The UAF chancellor recruitment has relaunched, effective Monday, Jan. 26, with WittKieffer, a nationally recognized executive search firm that is also leading the search for a new UA president.
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February 06, 2026
In addition to teaching at UAS, Lily directs Wooshkindein Da.aat Lily Hope Weaver Studio, where she creates monumental robes, teaches intergenerational weaving and leads community-centered projects.
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President Pitney appoints interim chief human resources officer Nickole Conley to permanent role
January 23, 2026
President Pat Pitney has appointed interim chief human resources officer (CHRO) Nickole Conley to serve in the position permanently. Conley has served as interim since July, and brings nearly two decades of experience at UA in HR, finance, and strategic planning to the role.
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UA Foundation announces board leadership updates and new members
January 22, 2026
The University of Alaska Foundation announced several updates to its Board of Directors following its December meeting in Anchorage, including new leadership roles, newly elected members, and recognition of departing directors.
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McDonald appointed interim director of UAF Bristol Bay Campus
January 22, 2026
McDonald, who currently serves as a precollege and dual-credit advisor for the Bristol Bay Campus in Unalaska, will lead the campus until a permanent director is seated in the summer of 2026.
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Kevin Alexander named dean of UAF Community and Technical College
January 22, 2026
A lifelong Alaskan, Alexander has been a dedicated member of the UAF CTC community for more than 21 years, most recently serving as the college's interim dean.
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Nominations open for 2026 Staff Make Student Count Awards
January 22, 2026
Know a staff member who has gone above and beyond for students? Nominations are now open for the 2026 Staff Make Students Count Awards. Deadline to submit is March 20, 2026.
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UA Presidential Search Process Update: Recruitment Officially Opened
January 09, 2026
As of Monday, UA has officially opened recruitment and is accepting applications for our next permanent university system president.