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Dr. John Nofsinger has accepted the role of interim dean of the UAA College of Business and Public Policy (CBPP). Dr. Nofsinger is currently a professor of finance and the Seward Chair in international finance for CBPP. He has been instrumental in developing courses for classroom delivery, online and remote locations.

Leadership, in theory, looks different than leadership in practice; when you're in the thick of it, the challenges you face may come as a surprise. The Next Level! Leadership Series is your chance to grow your skills and apply them in your organization, team or community as you walk out the door.

Dash is an important member of the team at the Education Trust of Alaska as the top dog in savings outreach. Dash is often seen representing the Alaska 529 at a variety of community events and activities. He strives to represent the Plan with the same enthusiasm that he has for dog mushing.

Applications are now available for Seawolf Student Leader, Seawolf Community Service, and Mabil Duir Leadership Scholarship. Recipients receive a tuition credit for the following semester and are invited to the Leadership Honors and Awards reception. Applications are due Friday, March 6 by 11:59 pm.

UAA is undertaking an expedited program review to meet new fiscal realities resulting from state budget cuts. This week, deans released recommendations on academic program changes including continuation, revision or deletion. This review is an ongoing process, and the deans’ recommendations are just the first step.

Opportunities are calling! Do you love to talk? Do you love the university? Consider applying to work for the UA Engagement Center. We offer competitive pay and a fun working environment.

Celebrate the coolest season of the year during UAA Winterfest, happening now through March 7. Play mini-golf in the Spine, watch a movie in the pool, paint an aurora moose, experience a night of adrenaline on the big screen — and more!

You may recall the state’s budgeting process last year was particularly challenging for UAA. The university was directed to reduce expenditures and while we are making significant progress, difficult decisions lie ahead. [...] In the coming weeks, you will hear more about expedited program review, a process of collecting and evaluating data on every UAA academic program.

Chrome version 80 will change the way third party cookies are handled and could impact integrated tools in Blackboard. Keep reading for troubleshooting tips.

The Union Station Cafe — located on the second floor of the Student Union — is now serving Red Bull. Treat yourself to a 16/24oz Red Bull smoothie or spritzer. Our hours of operations are: Monday through Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Friday, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.