Announcements of UA system leadership changes, employee recognition and personnel news.
Personnel News
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President Pitney reflects on her journey to Alaska and leadership at UA in podcast interview
February 20, 2026
President Pat Pitney joins Rep. Andrew Gray on the East Anchorage Book Club podcast to discuss her upbringing, Olympic gold medal, journey to Alaska and leadership of the University of Alaska system.
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UA Board of Regents approve resolution of appreciation for Ronalda Cadiente Brown of UAS
February 19, 2026
At the February 19 full board meeting in Dillingham, the University of Alaska Board of Regents approved a resolution of appreciation for Ronalda Cadiente Brown, UAS Associate Vice Chancellor for Alaska Native Programs & Preparing Indigenous Teachers and Administrators for Alaska Schools (PITAAS) Director.
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IARC director tapped to lead Germany's Alfred Wegener Institute
February 19, 2026
Hajo Eicken, director of the University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center, has been selected as scientific director at Germany's Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine Research.
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Evan Steinberg appointed UAA's new strategic engagement and government relations officer
February 19, 2026
The University of Alaska Anchorage has appointed Evan Steinberg as its new Strategic Engagement and Government Relations Officer, bringing to the university a seasoned public policy professional with experience spanning local, state and federal government.
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Leadership Transitions in Workforce Development and Academic Affairs
February 19, 2026
The University of Alaska System Office is pleased to announce two related leadership transitions that will strengthen our statewide workforce development and student recruitment, retention, and graduation efforts.
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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.