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Lisa Slaba new executive assistant and advisor to the chancellor
January 24, 2025
Lisa Slaba has been hired as the new executive assistant and advisor to the chancellor. In this role, Slaba reports directly to Chancellor Daniel White and provides in-depth assistance to the chancellor on the administration and operations of UAF.
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Good course design the best defense against cheating
January 24, 2025
While the prevalence of academic misconduct is debatable and uncertain, its existence is not. Courses can be designed proactively to reduce cheating, plagiarism and other forms of academic misconduct.
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Workshop series: Parenting unfiltered
January 24, 2025
This new workshop series is designed to equip parents and other caregivers of children with knowledge, tools, and empathetic approaches for discussing sensitive topics with children and teens. Workshops occur on the second Thursday of the month January through June from 11 a.m. to noon.
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Nominations open for 2025 Chancellor's Cornerstone Award
January 24, 2025
Nominations are being accepted for the 2025 Chancellor's Cornerstone Award. The award recognizes UAF staff members who have shown outstanding and ongoing commitment to UAF's community and mission.
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The poinsettia: taking cues from daylight
January 24, 2025
For those with holiday lights hung all year and trees still decorated, perhaps pots of poinsettias, with their red, pink or white bracts, still liven up the house. These bracts (the modified leaves often mistaken for flowers) turn vibrant colors -- traditionally a bright red -- in midwinter, making an excellent example of the importance of photoperiods.
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CTC automotive program receives ASE reaccreditation
January 22, 2025
The ºÚÁÏÉçapp Community and Technical College automotive training program has earned reaccreditation from the ASE Education Foundation in Maintenance and Light Repair.
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URSA announces Spring 2025 Mentor Award recipients
January 22, 2025
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Activity congratulates the individuals who received an URSA Spring 2025 Mentor Award.
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Call for abstracts: Western ºÚÁÏÉçappInterdisciplinary Science Conference
January 22, 2025
The Western ºÚÁÏÉçappInterdisciplinary Science Conference in 2025, hosted by ºÚÁÏÉçappSea Grant, will be held at the Naknek Native Village Council in Naknek, Alaska, from April 15-17. Abstracts can be submitted until Feb. 14, 2025.
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New for summer 2025: Registration through Schedule Planner
January 22, 2025
On Monday, Jan. 27, the University of ºÚÁÏÉçappwill launch registration through Schedule Planner. This will replace the current registration and course search options in UAOnline.
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Graduate student writing support
January 22, 2025
Graduate students working on theses and dissertations are invited to register for a free, facilitated, 3-day writing retreat from Feb. 5-7 on the Troth Yeddha' campus.
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Graduate student teaching resources
January 22, 2025
Graduate students have the opportunity to enroll in self-paced, micro-courses on essential topics for teaching in higher ed. Upon completion of these online courses, students are awarded microcredentials certifying their new skills.
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Apply for URSA Summer 2025 Student Project Awards through March 2
January 22, 2025
Undergraduate students planning to pursue creative projects or conduct research during the summer 2025 semester are invited to apply for funding. Applications will be accepted through March 2.
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2025 State of the University Address
January 22, 2025
The University of ºÚÁÏÉçappcommunity and members of the general public are invited to President Pat Pitney's annual State of the University Address at noon on Jan. 30.
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Limited submission funding opportunity for DOE research
January 22, 2025
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research is soliciting white papers for the DOE Plasma Science and Engineering call for proposals. UAF can submit two proposals of $900,000. White papers are due Jan. 31 at 5 p.m.
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Emergency alert test scheduled Thursday
January 21, 2025
UAF will test its emergency notification system on Thursday, Jan. 30. Between 1 and 2 p.m., employees and students at all UAF locations, including rural campuses and sites, will receive one or more test messages.
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URSA Summer 2025 Mentor Awards accepting proposals through March 2
January 21, 2025
Faculty, research staff, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students from all disciplines and UAF-affiliated campuses are invited to apply for up to $6,000 to engage undergraduate students on their research and creative projects taking place during the summer 2025 term.
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January 21, 2025
As we begin the spring 2025 semester, please keep in mind that UAF has a policy on Animals in University Buildings and on University Property (UAF Policy 05.09.001). A newly revised policy is underway and will be released in the coming months.
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New Remote Work Agreement form released
January 21, 2025
A new Remote Work Agreement form that aligns with the Regulation changes is now available. All employees with a previous remote work agreement on file must complete the new form by Jan. 31, 2025. In early January, UA HR will contact employees via email who currently have a remote work agreement on file and need to complete the new form.
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2025 RCA Day: Call for undergraduate presenters
January 17, 2025
UAF's 2025 Research and Creative Activity Day is scheduled for Tuesday, April 1 in the Great Hall (Fine Arts Complex). RCA Day is UAF's annual celebration of undergraduate research, creative, and scholarly involvement including poster presentations, performances, art submissions and more.
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Join February's Month of Writing
January 17, 2025
UAF's Center for Teaching and Learning will host its Month of Writing in February, an opportunity for anyone in the UAF community to join regular Friday writing sessions and make progress on their writing projects.
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Friday Focus: Enhancing the employee experience
January 17, 2025
I've met dozens of employees over the last 18 months as UAF's first onboarding and engagement manager. I've enjoyed sharing my experience of working at the university for the last 23 years. More than 200 people have participated in the half-day New Employee Welcome (NEW) orientation either in person or the shorter online orientation. Employees have also joined other activities offered for new and existing employees to foster a sense of belonging.
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URSA announces 2025 Spring Student Project Award recipients
January 17, 2025
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Activity congratulates individuals who received an URSA 2025 Spring Student Project Award.
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Judges needed for virtual competitions Feb. 3-4
January 17, 2025
Educators Risings is an organization under the Department of Education, K-12 Outreach, at UAF helping middle and high school students in their quest to become teachers. Every February, virtual competitions are held for students across the state, and a few more judges are needed to make this event happen.
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Northwest Archivists annual conference call for proposals
January 17, 2025
Northwest Archivists is asking for session proposals for its 2025 annual meeting. The conference will be held virtually May 13-16. This year's theme is: Redefining Resilience: Advocacy, Values, and Creative Solutions.
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January 17, 2025
If you drive on UAF business, this is your annual reminder to review your driver authorization status. You can determine if you need to be an authorized driver by visiting the UAF Risk Management website.
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