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UA System News
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Pilot internship scholarship supports teacher education students
February 03, 2023
The University of Alaska is launching a new pilot program to offset the financial burden of teacher internships. Current and prospective students in the final years of UA's teacher licensure programs can now apply for the UA Teacher Internship Scholarship, with recipients receiving tuition, fees and a $10,000 stipend to offset living expenses.
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Can I share information that I heard at work?
February 03, 2023
Everyday in our university jobs we hear and read interesting information and it can be difficult to figure out whether it is ok to share that information with friends and family members. Learn more as we continue our coverage of the Executive Branch Ethics Act in this month's "Compliance Chat" video.
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Announcing changes to Board of Regents leadership
February 03, 2023
Governor Dunleavy has submitted five appointees for the UA Board of Regents to Alaska Senate Leadership for confirmation. New officers for the board were elected at a special meeting on December 8.
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Stay informed with the UA Capitol Report
February 03, 2023
The Capitol Report is a regular newsletter that details the University of Alaska's Government Relations work.
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Recognizing Black History Month
February 03, 2023
UA President Pat Pitney shared on her Twitter account this week some ways Alaskans can learn more about Black History in the 49th State in recognition of Black History Month.
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Alaska 529: Give your education savings some love
February 03, 2023
Love is in the air! The Alaska 529 team invites you to show your loved ones (little and grown-up) you care by focusing on education savings. Here are five Alaska 529-approved activities that are sure to show your loved ones you are planning for their future.
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Save the Date: 2023 State of the University Address
January 20, 2023
The 2023 State of the University Address will be February 21, 2023.
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New report series aims to help Alaska's Arctic decision-making
January 20, 2023
The University of Alaska recently released the first in a series of informational reports designed to aid state leaders as Alaska confronts a rapidly changing Arctic and the increasingly globalized North.
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January 20, 2023
The new law signed by President Biden in late December creates an avenue for the university to gain around 360,000 acres of land. We are encouraged that being a land grant university without all its land is finally coming to an end.
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Outside Activity or Employment for UA Employees
January 20, 2023
Compliance Chat #2 -- It's important that employees be familiar with the guidance that covers the reporting requirements and restrictions on outside employment.
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