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From the army to student government, passion for service fuels Esther Dale

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When Esther Dale joined USUAA, she was looking for an opportunity to get involved in the UAA campus community. She had no idea that the opportunity to serve as vice president would not only be academically relevant, but the overall experience would be so rewarding.

Alaska Native studies associate program celebrates first graduate

Cammie Wickline, retired U.S. Army staff sergeant and the first graduate of the Associate of Arts in Alaska Native Studies at UAA

Retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Cammie Wickline became the first graduate of the Associate of Arts in Alaska Native Studies at UAA. Founded in 2020, the program was established to provide students a critical perspective on Alaska Native cultures, histories, politics and organizations.

A little networking goes a long way

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Computer and networking technology graduate Hunter Crace landed his dream job with the Lower Kuskokwim School District and is using his degree as a launching pad for his education and career.

Advocating for community and students

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Tuan Graziano is naturally a leader and as a highly engaged student on and off campus, leading the university’s student body as USUAA president was a clear fit.

Head Coach Osborne to chair NCAA Men's Basketball Committee

Head Coach Rusty Osborne and a referee

The culmination of a career representing Alaska athletes nationally, Head Coach Osborne will lead the committee responsible for administering the Division II Men's Basketball Championship for over 300 teams across the country.

Fall into a good book with these UAA alumni authors

Matt Caprioli, Sandra Lynne Reed, Ian Kirkpatrick, and their book covers

Pour yourself a mug of your favorite warm beverage, put on something cozy and enjoy these three new books from UAA alumni authors Matt Caprioli, Sandra Lynne Reed and Ian Kirkpatrick.

Podcast: Gymnastics alumni and coaches campaign to Save UAA Gymnastics

Marie-Sophie Boggasch and Kendra Daniels

UAA alumni and Seawolf gymnastics coaches Marie-Sophie Boggasch and Kendra Daniels talk about achieving reinstatement for this season, the work ahead and their journeys from performing to coaching gymnastics.

Geological sciences grad joins team supporting NASA Europa mission

Charlie Detelich

This month, Charlie Detelich began her position with the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory supporting the 2024 NASA Europa Clipper mission. She will primarily work on predevelopment for the imaging system attached to the spacecraft.

Green and gold times two

Morgan Hooe, physical education alumna, former Seawolf volleyball player and Service High School varsity volleyball head coach

Coming from a volleyball dynasty, physical education alumna Morgan Hooe reflects on a lifetime immersed in the sport, culminating in her recent position as Service High School varsity volleyball head coach.

Clearing pathways of opportunity

UAA Chancellor Sean Parnell

This summer, Sean Parnell stepped into the role of UAA chancellor. He's looking forward to fall semester and working with faculty, staff, alumni and university leadership to forge a bright future for Anchorage and Southcentral’s hometown university and its students.

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