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Hiring Orientation Leaders!

The New Student Orientation office is hiring! We are hiring for our Orientation Leaders (Wolfpack Leaders), these positions help support new students start their journey at UAA, facilitate Howl Days, and support new student programming! These positions will begin training in mid-March and continue through the summer, with an opportunity to continue during the 2021/2022 academic year. Students are welcome to apply online!

Embracing change

After one month as UAA’s interim chancellor, I remain impressed by our community’s dedication and professionalism. Effective leadership is demonstrated across all our campuses, at all levels. I am humbled by your support and grateful for the role that you play in propelling UAA forward, making necessary progress to ensure UAA meets its mission.

UAA 2021 Business Plan Competition offers $10,500 in cash prizes

2021 Business Plan Competition rulebook cover

The 2021 Business Plan Competition, sponsored by UAA's College of Business and Public Policy, has expanded eligibility to include members of the community in addition to UAA students. Entries are due Feb. 8, 2021, but anyone who submits an Intent to Compete form by Dec. 4, 2020 will be invited to a mentoring seminar in January 2021.

Sashes and scrubs: Mrs. Alaska’s journey to becoming a surgeon

Kris Mulkey

Due to the pandemic, many have a renewed appreciation for medical workers, but it’s an admiration that biological sciences sophomore Kris Mulkey has had since she was a kid, one that has a surprising level of overlap with her current status as reigning Mrs. Alaska.

Putting the 'You' in UAA: Celebrating heritage and history

Black History Month graphic with quote by Martin Luther King Jr.: "If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward."

This February marks Black History Month. It’s the first of a number of heritage and history months UAA celebrates throughout the year to highlight the rich and diverse cultural identities that make up the university community.

Feb. 3: Office of the Registrar Scheduling Brown Bag

A Scheduling Brown Bag meeting is scheduled on Feb. 3, 2021 at 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for those schedulers, faculty or approvers who may need a refresher.

Exciting new graduate scholarship! Apply by Feb. 8

Are you looking for financial support to help continue your graduate education? The UAA Graduate School is awarding multiple scholarships for $2,000 or more. Deadline is Feb. 8, 2021.

UA Interim President Pat Pitney will meet with Senate Education Committee Feb. 3

UA Interim President Pat Pitney will deliver a presentation to the Senate Education Committee on UA successes and strategic goals, and legislative priorities. President Pitney’s in-depth presentation will address the university’s legislative priorities and will highlight a number of topics including the university’s: key role in the state’s economy; strategic approach to serving Alaska’s educational needs while operating under budgetary constraints; maintaining key programs; service to Alaska during COVID-19; enrollment trends; and, research and federal initiatives.

Announcing UAA Website Initiative

UAA’s website serves prospective and current students throughout their college journey and after graduation. Our website allows students to explore the college experience and see themselves succeeding at UAA. EAB (Education Advisory Board) research shows that students rank the university website as the most helpful information source in their experience searching for a college to attend.

Dental Hygiene Clinic accepting patients

UAA Dental Hygiene Program is accepting patients throughout the semester! Learn more and schedule an appointment at uaa.alaska.edu/dentalclinic.
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