Announcements of UA system leadership changes, employee recognition and personnel news.
Personnel News
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UAS Chancellor Aparna Palmer appointed to WICHE Commission
June 19, 2026
Palmer will represent Alaska on regional commission to expand educational access and excellence.
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Kenai Peninsula College announces new director
June 19, 2026
UAA Provost Denise Runge recently announced Karen Davis O'Hara as the new Kenai Peninsula College (KPC) director.
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June 19, 2026
On June 15, Kristen Majocha, Ph.D., joined UAS as dean of the School of Career Education. Majocha most recently served as dean of students and Title IX coordinator at Iḷisaġvik College.
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June 05, 2026
Aviation Brigade Commander at Ft. Wainwright, long-time Alaskan brings executive leadership, academic, Arctic expertise to America’s Arctic University.
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Photos from the May Board of Regents meeting at UAA
June 05, 2026
The UA Board of Regents gathered at UAA in May, bringing together regents, university leadership, students, and community members for a multi-day meeting focused on stability, student success and workforce partnerships.
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UA Board of Regents approves resolution of appreciation for outgoing President Pat Pitney
May 22, 2026
At the May 21 full board meeting in Anchorage, the University of Alaska Board of Regents approved a resolution of appreciation for UA President Pat Pitney, who served as interim president starting in 2020 and as permanent president of the system since 2022.
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UA Board of Regents approves resolution of appreciation for Interim UAF Chancellor Mike Sfraga
May 22, 2026
At the May 21 full board meeting in Anchorage, the University of Alaska Board of Regents approved a resolution of appreciation for Interim University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) Chancellor Ambassador Mike Sfraga (ret.), who has served in the role since July 2025.
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May 22, 2026
The University of Alaska Fairbanks chancellor search continues to move forward as planned. Following finalist on-campus visits, WittKieffer is currently conducting comprehensive background and reference checks as part of the next phase of the process.
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Kodiak College names interim director as longtime leader transitions to new UA role
May 22, 2026
Kodiak College has named Jackie Cason as interim director as Jacelyn Keys transitions to a new role within the University of Alaska system.
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2026 Staff Make Students Count winners honored
May 22, 2026
At the May 20 Board of Regents meeting, President Pitney recognized the winners of this year's "Staff Makes Student Count Awards," which celebrate staff from each university and the System Office who have made a difference in students' lives.