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Theater student and professor team up to tell their story of forgiveness

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Reliving a low point in front of a crowd sounds like punishment, but for theater major Taran Haynes, it’s more cathartic. It helps that he’s performing alongside his mentor and friend, theater professor Brian Cook.

The Mongolia connection

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On Feb. 28, 2019, John Duffy, adjunct professor in UAA’s College of Business and Public Policy, was awarded an honorary doctorate degree from the National University of Mongolia — an honor that was born out of his volunteerism and assistance in facilitating a partnership agreement between UAA and NUM.

Geology senior nears graduation after 14 years of effort and adversity

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For 14 years, Geology Club secretary Gabrielle Bejarano has pursued her goal of a college degree. But she hasn't let her busy life as a mother and military spouse keep her from making the most of UAA.

The one common thread in UAA’s Student Diversity Award recipients? Engagement.

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Each year, UAA's Diversity Action Council celebrates students' efforts in enhancing diversity at UAA through their volunteerism and community engagement. Five students reflect on their time at UAA, and how being engaged has made all the difference in their undergraduate experience.

Prepare. Respond. Recover.

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Where disaster goes, journalism alumnus Jeremy Zidek follows. As the public information officer for Alaska’s Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, you can count on him for information in times of emergency.

Shedding light and building hope

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It is known that childhood trauma, commonly known as Adverse Childhood Experiences, has long-lasting implications into adulthood. Steve Gordon, renowned Alaska artist and adjunct professor of art in UAA’s Department of Art, created the ACEs Mural Project, a larger than life art installation to shed light on this difficult topic.

Chancellor update on budget and School of Education

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UAA Chancellor Sandeen provides an update to the campus community regarding the School of Education accreditation and UA budget situation. Find out what you can do to help and where to go for additional information.

Chancellor Emeritus Tom Case conferred with Autumn Imperial Decoration from the Government of Japan

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This prestigious award was bestowed upon former UAA Chancellor Tom Case in recognition of his contributions to strengthening the mutual understanding and promoting academic exchanges between Japan and the United States.

Staying ahead of the curve by employing alumni (and faculty) awareness

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As the go-to agency for Alaska’s resource industries, MSI Communications relies on UAA alumni for their intuitive understanding of the state, including company founder and president Laurie Fagnani.

UAA is a top producer of U.S. Fulbright Scholars and Students

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"Earning a Fulbright is a signature achievement, and we are proud of the outstanding UAA students who have earned this major award." — UAA Chancellor Cathy Sandeen

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