Update: State of Alaska Cybersecurity Issues Impacting Retirement Contributions Resolved

March 21, 2025

In early November, the Division of Retirement and Benefits (DRB) experienced a system outage. This affected the timely deposit of retirement contributions to your State of Alaska Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) and the Teachers' Retirement System (TRS).

Updates on Recent Federal Executive Actions & BOR Motion Implementation

March 21, 2025

This week, President Pitney shared updates with the UA Community on the changing federal landscape, as well as ongoing efforts to implement the Board of Regent's motion on DEI.

Free 'All Access' Webinar: Unlock the Power of 'Helperbird' for Enhanced Reading and Accessibility

March 21, 2025

Join UA DS for a free webinar session exploring how Helperbird's powerful tools can make reading online easier and more enjoyable for everyone. Whether you're a student, educator, administrator or support staff, discover over 30 customizable features to improve accessibility, reading, writing, and productivity. Learn how to tailor the web to your needs and support students with diverse abilities in their learning journey. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your online experience!

Did you know UA Scholars have come from more than 200 high schools across Alaska--and you can see them all on an interactive map?

March 11, 2025

Explore the hometowns of students from every corner of the state, from Bethel to Barrow.

Did you know UAA helps students overcome past academic setbacks with structured support and guidance?

February 25, 2025

With careful guidance from advisors, these policies provide a responsible path forward for students facing academic obstacles while maintaining the university's high standards.

Did you know that before cassette tapes and digital files, there were Dictabelts--flexible vinyl recordings that captured history in real-time?

February 11, 2025

One of Alaska's greatest adventurers, Clyde "Slim" Williams, used this now-obscure format in 1955 to record his life's wildest stories--his travels by dog team, his encounters with Indigenous communities, and his advocacy for an Alaska Highway long before it was built. With more than 16,000 audio recordings, the UAF Oral History Collection captures the voices and stories of Alaska's past. Many of these recordings--including Slim's--are available to explore online.