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Short-term accomplishments, long-term progress highlighted at February Regents Meeting

March 03, 2023

The Board of Regents heard how the university plays a major role in Alaska's current economy and future capacity for growth. The Regents heard updates on the System's role as an economic driver, and further refined Goals and Measures to set the system up for future success and growth including a focus on ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åF becoming a tier 1 research university, an emphasis on growing enrollment across the system and developing a skilled workforce for Alaska's industries.

ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Board of Regents approves the System Office Mission Statement

March 03, 2023

The Board of Regents formally approved a mission statement for the ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å System Office during its February 24 meeting. The final language reflects revisions requested by members of the board at its November meeting, and will be added to Regents' policy Chapter 01.01- Mission.

ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Giving Day sets new record

March 03, 2023

The University of Alaska system, including University of Alaska Anchorage, University of Alaska Fairbanks and University of Alaska Southeast, wrapped up the most successful ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Giving Day in its history, raising over $1.3 million in 49 hours.

Board of Regents to discuss university system's economic impacts, goals and measures during February meeting

February 18, 2023

The Board of Regents will have committee meetings on Feb. 23 and a full board meeting on Feb. 24 in Anchorage with a focus on goals and measures, economic impacts, and workforce development.

President Pitney to Deliver "State of the University" Address

February 17, 2023

University of Alaska President Pat Pitney will deliver this year's "State of the University" Address on Tuesday, February 21, at the Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce's weekly business luncheon. The address will focus on how the University empowers Alaska, and highlight excellence across the ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å System.

ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Updates Social Media Guidelines on TikTok

February 17, 2023

After some careful review, ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Leadership decided to update our social media policy and guidelines regarding TikTok in a way that allows for student learning, marketing and outreach, research, and other activities while still placing safeguards around data and privacy.

University of Alaska Board of Regents to hear public testimony Tuesday, February 21

February 17, 2023

The public testimony session provides the university community and all Alaskans the opportunity to talk directly with regents. To testify, please call 1-888-886-7786 between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Supporters Line Up to Champion ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å in Third Annual Giving Day Event

February 17, 2023

This year more than 75 donors, representing alumni, community members and business supporters, are offering a record-setting amount in challenges and rewards to encourage broad community participation in giving to ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åA, ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åF, and ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åS.

Governor Introduces Amended Budget Supporting Salary Increases for ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Faculty and Staff

February 17, 2023

Capitol Report February 17: Governor Mike Dunleavy introduced an amended FY 24 budget. Notably, salary adjustments for ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å employee compensation increases are among the included amendments.

Pilot internship scholarship supports teacher education students

February 03, 2023

The University of Alaska is launching a new pilot program to offset the financial burden of teacher internships. Current and prospective students in the final years of ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å's teacher licensure programs can now apply for the ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Teacher Internship Scholarship, with recipients receiving tuition, fees and a $10,000 stipend to offset living expenses.