Read the latest updates on the university budget, Board of Regents, and other major UA System news
UA System News
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UAS Evening at Egan lectures to spotlight community, starting Sept. 18
September 18, 2026
The five-lecture series spans Indigenous language education, high-altitude agriculture, glacial floods and unlikely alliances.
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University of Alaska Statewide AI Symposium
September 18, 2026
On Sept. 25 in Anchorage, University of Alaska professors will host a three-day symposium focusing on AI in Alaska.
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Report finds University of Alaska generates $1.2 billion for Alaska's economy
September 18, 2026
Analysis from McKinley Research Group finds UA supports more than 10,000 jobs statewide, returns $1.80 for every state dollar invested.
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UA Systemwide AI in Communications Guidelines now available
September 18, 2026
The UA System Office of Public Affairs has published the UA Systemwide AI in Communications Guidelines, developed over five months by a cross-functional working group of communications professionals from across the UA system.
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Fall 2026 UA DS 'All Access' Neurodiversity Workshop Series: Free registration links & details
September 04, 2026
Join UA Disability Services this fall for a three-part virtual workshop series exploring neurodiversity in higher education. First session starts Wednesday, Sept 16. This series is open to all.
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Your tuition benefit and Alaska 529: A formula for success
September 04, 2026
As a University of Alaska employee, you may have access to one of UA's most valuable benefits: a generous tuition waiver. But tuition is only one part of the total cost of earning a degree.
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Free ANCSA 101 training open to all UA employees and students
September 04, 2026
On Monday, Sept. 21, the ANCSA Regional Association will offer an introductory training on the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act to the University of Alaska community.
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Funding Opportunity: Gene Sharp Lectureship for Nonviolent Action
September 01, 2026
The University of Alaska Foundation is pleased to announce a new funding opportunity through the Gene Sharp Lectureship for Nonviolent Action. The fund supports UA programs and activities that advance the study, practice and teaching of nonviolent action.
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New Effort Certification in UAOnline starting August 31, 2026
August 21, 2026
The new effort reporting process will take effect for the summer semester reporting period.
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Bragaw office move underway in Anchorage
August 20, 2026
Several University of Alaska System Office departments located in the Bragaw Office Building in Anchorage will be transitioning to a new location over the coming weeks.