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Faculty Spotlight: Megan Bennett

Megan Bennett

Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) term assistant professor Megan Bennett discusses her excitement about teaching courses for the AAS in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, a new degree option within the SLP program, and being a new faculty member at UAA.

Hometown, Alaska: Discussing mental health awareness and suicide prevention

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Master of Social Work student Shana Cooper works with the Alaska Native Justice Center. She joined the Hometown, Alaska podcast to talk about mental health and suicide prevention in the state.

College of Health Announces Structural Changes and New Academic Unit Leadership

COH Leadership

The College of Health underwent a structural transformation this fall, approved by the University of Alaska Board of Regents in August, 2023. The changes are aimed at fostering collaboration, streamlining operations, and ensuring an equitable distribution of programs, faculty, and staff across unit leadership.

Pharmacy Fusion: UAA/ISU alumn discovers a love for pharmaceutical sciences

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There are many pathways a person can take in choosing their career. Have you ever thought about how many people have degrees they aren't using? Chris Nicolette thought he wanted to be a pharmacist but along the way realized how much he loved the science of studying drug interactions in the human body. Now, he's working to earn a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences at ISU, and looking forward to a promising future in the world of pharmacology and drug discovery.

Slideshow: School of Nursing Faculty and Staff Retreat

Faculty and staff sitting in room watching Katie Walker speak at podium

The School of Nursing prepares for the Fall 2023 semester with a faculty and staff retreat to welcome everyone back to campus.

White Coat Ceremony Welcomes future Alaska Pharmacists into ISU PharmD Program

incoming PharmD students in white coats

The UAA/ISU Doctor of Pharmacy Program welcomed the next cohort of students as they begin their journey toward becoming the next generation of Alaska's pharmacists.

Slideshow: School of Allied Health Pinning Ceremony

Medical laboratory science students standing together on stage

The School of Allied Health celebrates its summer graduates with a memorable pinning ceremony on July 27, 2023, at the Edward & Cathryn Rasmuson Hall of the University of Alaska Anchorage.

Alumni Spotlight: Serena Nesteby

Serena Nesteby

Alumni Serena Nesteby was recognized with Alaska's 2023 40 under 40 award. She's currently an Advancement Officer at Iḷisaġvik College and said UAA's School of Social Work set the foundation for her career. "I’ve always wanted to be in a profession that helps others. I knew during the Introduction to Social Work course that it was the right field for me."

Celebrating Excellence in Healthcare Education: AHEC Leaders Shine at the 2023 NAO Biennial Conference

NAO Award recipients

Alaska AHEC staff and directors traveled to Salt Lake City for the 2023 National AHEC Organization Biennial Conference. Olivia Bridges, Southwest AHEC Director, and Vincent P. Villella, Northwest AHEC Director, each received awards for their dedication to their unique and remote AHEC centers and programs.

Alumni Spotlight: Megan Piper

Megan Piper holding Top 40 Under 40 award

School of Nursing alumna Megan Piper discusses her journey after graduating from UAA and being named Alaska's 2023 Top 40 Under 40.

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