Read the latest updates on the university budget, Board of Regents, and other major UA System news
UA System News
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Annual Title IX training is required for UA staff and faculty
July 22, 2022
As designated "responsible employees", annual Title IX training is required for UA staff and faculty. Employees will be taking the same highly-successful training developed in-house through the University of Alaska Anchorage that students are required to complete.
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July 22, 2022
The number of COVID-19 cases is increasing in communities across Alaska, which means it's a good time to review our COVID-19 protocols so that we all remain safe and healthy.
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July 08, 2022
The FY23 State of the Alaska budget that Governor Dunleavy released June 28 marks a turning point in support for the University of Alaska system, being the first operating budget increase in several years. The budget includes a modest base operating budget increase plus one-time investments in areas critical to Alaska's economic recovery.
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Did You Know the UA system collaborates with top-tier universities to offer specialized degrees?
July 08, 2022
Did you know that the University of Alaska system collaborates with top-tier universities to offer academic programs that grow Alaska's workforce in specialized fields? These collaborations help Alaska students to complete advanced degrees in healthcare, law, and veterinary medicine while minimizing the need for out-of-state residency and cost.
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Ethics Act compliance and annual disclosure of employment outside UA
July 08, 2022
All University employees (including regular, term, temporary, student and full and part-time faculty and staff) are responsible for complying with the Alaska Executive Branch Ethics Act (Alaska Statute 39.52). The Act sets standards for how we do our University jobs, and to a lesser extent, may limit our non-University activities.
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July 08, 2022
On June 7th Amy Gallo gave an interactive, virtual talk to staff across the system on managing difficult conversations. The recording link will be available until December 31.
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June 17, 2022
The Board of Regents have scheduled a special meeting for Tuesday June 28 to approve the FY23 budget.
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Update on the University Budget and CBA Negotiations
June 17, 2022
On June 16 President Pitney provided a brief update on UA's budget and the status of negotiations.
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Northrim Bank makes a major investment in UA's three universities
June 17, 2022
A major, long-time supporter of the University of Alaska system, Northrim Bank, has gifted $259,500 to fund UA initiatives that advance research about Alaska's economy and fiscal policy, expand business education and build entrepreneurship capacity. Northrim's donation also includes funding to five community campuses where Northrim employees live and work.
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June 17, 2022
For Alaska, the University of Alaska system's first comprehensive philanthropic campaign, is close to achieving its $200 million goal. We are grateful to each of the more than 18,000 donors who have propelled us forward with their generous contributions. The campaign officially ends in June 2024 making it likely that we will exceed our goal.