Legislature Continues Work on Budget while Examining State's Fiscal Picture

February 07, 2025

The third week of the 2025 legislative session saw continued hearings on the FY26 budget, as well as presentations focused on the challenging fiscal environment the state is facing. Lawmakers, particularly those on each of the finance committees, are grappling with the news that previous budget balancing methods may not be sufficient to cover costs in the upcoming fiscal year.

Updates and Resources on Federal Executive Actions

February 07, 2025

Since January 20, 2025, Executive Orders and other guidance issued represent a shift in federal priorities. These changes can potentially impact awarded projects and those awaiting funding from federal agencies or sponsors. UA's Federal Relations Team, General Counsel, and senior system leadership are aware of the disruptions that these changes are causing, and we are monitoring the situation as it evolves.

UA Reaches Tentative Agreement on New Agreement with UNAC Bargaining Team

February 07, 2025

The TA'd agreement includes substantially higher salary minimums for all UNAC members, and across-the-board increases of 2.75%, 3%, and 3.25% for FY26, FY27, and FY28, respectively. It also maintains the status quo employee health benefit cost share of 82% employer, 18% employee.

UA Board of Regents will hear public testimony Feb. 18

February 07, 2025

The University of Alaska Board of Regents will be hearing public testimony on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. To testify, please call 1-866-831-8713.

The 2025 State of the University - January 30, 2025

February 07, 2025

The 2025 State of the University Address was be held at noon in Juneau on January 30, 2025 during the Alaska Chamber Legislative Fly-in. The full video of the speech was posted online and is available for viewing.

Making Your Campus More Inclusive: Strategies for Including Students with Intellectual Disability

February 07, 2025

Colleges and universities across the county have opened their doors to college students with intellectual disability by developing inclusive postsecondary education (IPSE) programs. Gain valuable information about how you can better include students with intellectual disabilities via your unique role on campus through this 2-hour virtual training event, which includes time for questions.

Empower Alaska Incentive Pilot Program Launching Soon

January 24, 2025

Get ready to be empowered! In the coming weeks, you will be able to nominate a peer, a team, yourself, or any employee in good standing to be recognized for empowering Alaska through their work at UA - and receive monetary awards!

New UAS Employee Hub Launches!

January 24, 2025

Introduced at Spring Start-up, this site aims to streamline access to important resources and enhance transparency across our campuses.

REMINDER: University of Alaska President Pitney to Deliver "State of the University" Address

January 24, 2025

The address will be broadcast live from the Alaska Chamber's Legislative Fly-In Luncheon in Juneau, on January 30, 2025, at noon. President Pitney will share updates on UA's key role as an economic driver and in strengthening communities and advancing innovation.

New student registration process goes live Monday

January 24, 2025

In preparation for the upgrade to UAOnline, the university registrar offices have come together to implement a new streamlined registration process for students. It will be available on Monday, January 27, 2025.