852 Alaska students receive the $12,000 UA Scholars Award

October 08, 2020

Every year, more than 300 schools in Alaska identify the top ten percent of their junior class for the UA Scholar Award, a designation which includes a $12,000 scholarship for use at any University of Alaska campus. As of October 5, 852 students have been named for the prestigious award.

Internal Audit Updates

October 02, 2020

Updates from the Statewide Office of Audit and Consulting Services

New Legislation Would Provide Greater Fiscal Stability for the University of Alaska

September 30, 2020

U.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, and Rep. Don Young, all R-Alaska, last week introduced new legislation, the University of Alaska Fiscal Foundation Act, in both the Senate and House of Representatives. The legislation is supported by Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy, also R-Alaska, and would resolve the University of Alaska's (University) unfulfilled land grant to help it generate revenues that support its students and operations.

President Pitney met with media to discuss budget, vision and impacts of COVID-19

September 18, 2020

Members of the media were invited to a press conference with Interim President Pat Pitney on Tuesday Sept. 15, the first since taking helm of the university system in August.

UAF to host federal Arctic Energy Office

September 17, 2020

The U.S. Department of Energy announced the reestablishment of its Arctic Energy Office, which will be headquartered at the University of Alaska Fairbanks.

Partisan Political Activities

September 16, 2020

By law (Alaska Statute 39.52.120(b)(6), part of the Executive Branch Ethics Act (EBEA)), UA employees may not use, or permit the use of, UA email or other UA property or resources for partisan political purposes.

Students in off-campus academic or research related activities

September 16, 2020

The University of Alaska (UA) is committed to a safe and healthy educational and work environment in which educational programs, internships, practicums, employment, research activities, conference and meeting participation, study abroad programs and other off-campus academic or research related activities are free of sexual or gender-based discrimination.

Regents approve discontinuation of four UAA athletics teams, address budget challenges

September 16, 2020

The athletics decision was a component of the discussion on the university's budget challenges. The university is planning for a $257 million FY22 state operating budget, a reduction of $20 million from FY21.

Pitney's first month featured outreach and engagement with the community

September 04, 2020

Eager to meet with as many people as possible, Interim UA President Pat Pitney made good use of her schedule during her first month on the job. Her efforts are part of a comprehensive 90-day plan to engage with the university and Alaska community, increase visibility and build relationships.

Title IX training now available

September 03, 2020

The UA Title IX online training is now available. Employees must complete the training by Sept. 30, students by Oct. 31.