2018 Archive

'Habitat Earth' premieres at UAA Planetarium - Jan. 26, 2018

Plunge below the ocean’s surface to explore the dynamic relationships found in deep ocean ecosystems; dig beneath the forest floor to see how Earth’s tallest trees rely on tiny fungi to survive; and soar to new heights to witness the intricate intersection between human and ecological networks."Habitat Earth" premieres at UAA Jan. 26, 2018.

Jan. 23, 2018 webinar: Dr. Jamie Washington on racist messages on campus

 

2018 Chancellor’s MLK Student Appreciation Brunch

The Chancellor’s Martin Luther King Jr. Student Appreciation program is an annual event celebrating the many contributions of students who make a difference at UAA. It is an opportunity for the Chancellor to recognize the students you recommend and honor one of Dr. King’s important messages: We, as individuals, can make a difference in the lives of others and in our communities.

Join UAA's National Coalition Building Institute team for coffee and pop-up module Jan. 30, 2018

 

Training opportunities available for prevention of violence against women and men

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The Student Health and Counseling Center is offering a free evidence-based program called Bringing in the Bystander. This presentation is geared towards educating and raising awareness on sexual violence prevention issues, by teaching what it means to be a positive bystander. We discuss available resources, work through scenarios, discuss consent, and learn how and when to step in.

Phi Theta Kappa appoints CTC Dean Denise Runge to presidential advisory board

Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) has named Dr. Denise K. Runge, dean of UAA's Community & Technical College, to its Presidential Advisory Board. She joins 39 other college presidents from across the nation on the board and will provide input into the organization’s strategic plan, priorities and direction.

2018 Cabin Fever Debates begin Jan. 30

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UAA's Cabin Fever Debates tournament is an opportunity for students to hone critical thinking and advocacy skills while competing for great prizes. Register today for the 2018 competition, which will run Jan. 30–March 8.

View the Creekside Eatery menu and Crazy 8 specials for Jan. 22–26, 2018

Creekside Eatery at the Gorsuch Commons features a different menu and themed specials every day. Highlights for the week of Jan. 22, 2018 include New Orleans night, Taco Tuesday, Reuben mania and weekend brunch.

Help prevent the spread of mumps

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On Dec. 28, 2017, the State of Alaska issued a Public Health Advisory related to the Anchorage mumps outbreak that started during the summer of 2017. This outbreak continues to spread. Vaccination with the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine remains the best way to prevent infection with the mumps virus.

Winter 2018 edition of 'Alaska Justice Forum' looks at evidence-based practices and new eight-year recidivism rate study

The Winter 2018 edition of the Alaska Justice Forum looks at evidence-based practices in Alaska’s criminal justice system. Read the full issue online.
2018 Posts Archive