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    Elevate your research at the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Makerspace

    September 30, 2025

    Discover how we can help you take your research to the next level with in-house research and development! Get an exclusive look at our state-of-the-art facility and professional-grade equipment on Thursday, Oct. 2, from 7-8 p.m. in the JUB/ELIF atrium.
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  • A field of grain in front of buildings on the University of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Fairbanks campus in July 2025

    Lasers at Fairbanks Experiment Farm used to spook birds

    September 30, 2025

    Two lasers in the Fairbanks Experiment Farm fields on the University of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Fairbanks Troth Yeddha' Campus are helping protect barley seeds from grazing geese and cranes.
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    Professional Development: NSF I-Corps Northwest Region Hub

    September 29, 2025

    Researchers interested in learning how to apply I-Corps framework to maximize their research's demonstrable impact and secure its future utility are encouraged to attend an informational session on Monday, Sept. 29, from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
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  • RISE-UP graduate students

    How graduate students are developing products for a changing world

    September 29, 2025

    Come hear about the journeys of two graduate students who, through working with their advisors on undergraduate research, fell into developing products and working to commercialize what they co-developed.
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    Alicia Macom to serve as director of Admissions

    September 29, 2025

    Alicia (Allie) Macom will join the Student Affairs and Enrollment Management team on Oct. 6 as the new director of Admissions.
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  • Managing the emotions surrounding layoff conversations

    September 29, 2025

    Managers, supervisory staff and HR professionals who will deliver workforce reduction announcements are encouraged to join a training session on Thursday, Oct. 2, at 11 a.m. to better understand the range of emotions involved with delivering layoff messages.
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  • Three-day Graduate Writing Retreat

    September 29, 2025

    The ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Graduate School is organizing a three-day writing retreat specifically for Ph.D. and master's students from Nov. 5-7 in the Student Success Center.
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  • Shoot, share, succeed: Six video tips for faculty

    September 29, 2025

    Creating videos for your courses doesn't have to be overwhelming. Mika McCrary shares tips that will help you produce clear, engaging content without spending hours in frustration.
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    Gregory Pietsch to speak on World Rabies Awareness webinar panel

    September 26, 2025

    Rabies transcends animal and human species, taking the lives of about 60,000 people worldwide each year. Dr. Gregory Pietsch, a faculty member in the University of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Fairbanks Department of Veterinary Medicine, will join a webinar panel from 8-9 a.m. on Sept. 29 in recognition of World Rabies Day.
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  • New Financial Aid and Student Account pages in UAOnline

    September 26, 2025

    On Oct. 6, the Financial Aid and Student Accounts menu and pages in UAOnline will be upgraded to the newest version. To help with the transition, new resources have been created and posted, including a video on how to navigate the new pages and updated FAQs.
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  • Copper Lane house demolition

    September 26, 2025

    Beginning Sept. 28, crews will assemble to demolish the last remaining house on Copper Lane. The University Fire Department will train in the facility for a few days, practicing hose lays, ventilation, and simulated fire attack. When they are complete, the demolition contractor will demo the building and remove the debris from campus.
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    Friday Focus: Connect, grow and thrive with ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ's mentoring program

    September 26, 2025

    I am pleased to announce the launch of a new employee mentoring pilot program, designed to support employee career growth and longevity at the university. By pairing colleagues across colleges and departments and locations, the program is designed to foster connections and community and increase collaboration through the sharing of best practices and ideas across the organization.
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  • ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Chancellor search update

    September 26, 2025

    The ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Chancellor Search Committee has an update to share on the committee's recent progress.
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    You're invited to the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Nanooks Hall of Fame Luncheon

    September 24, 2025

    The ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Nanooks invite you to celebrate the newest members of the Hall of Fame with an induction luncheon on Friday, Oct. 3, at Pike's Waterfront Lodge. The luncheon will run from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and will honor nine individual inductees along with one team.
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  • Lee Ann Munk at Washington, D.C., NSF event

    ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ critical minerals proposal a finalist for major NSF funding

    September 24, 2025

    A University of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Fairbanks proposal to reduce the United States' dependency on foreign sources of minerals critical to the technology and defense industries has been named one of 15 finalists in a National Science Foundation competition.
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  • Dine 49 closure for Blue & Gold Celebration

    September 22, 2025

    Dine 49 will be closed on Saturday, Sept. 27 for the Blue & Gold Celebration. Student dining will be available throughout the day at alternate locations.
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  • Apply for 7th cohort of Upstart Alpha Entrepreneur Accelerator

    September 22, 2025

    Do you know someone in ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ with a big idea? The University of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Center for Economic Development is now accepting applications for Upstart Alpha, a free, cohort-based program designed for the state's earliest-stage entrepreneurs. All you need is an idea.
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  • Elena Guc media day promo photo for the 2025-26 season.

    Pack the Patty for Nanooks Volleyball

    September 22, 2025

    Your ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Nanooks need 1,000 fans to pack the Patty for their whiteout game against the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Anchorage Seawolves on Thursday, Oct. 2. We need all of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ staff, faculty, and students to help us break our attendance record in the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Airlines Gymnasium!
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    Group Meditation at the Well

    September 19, 2025

    Group Meditation is starting again on Sept. 22 (Monday-Thursday) in the Well (334 Duckering Building) in person and via Zoom. All are welcome, including beginners.
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  • Saturday Art School starts on Oct. 4

    September 19, 2025

    If you have kids in grades K-2, you'll want to keep reading! ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Summer Sessions has teamed up with the Fairbanks Children's Museum to create Saturday Art School. This four-week program invites young artists to explore and develop their artistic skills.
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    Lori Gildehaus selected as URSA director

    September 16, 2025

    University of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Fairbanks Vice Provost and Dean of the Division of Exploratory Studies and Academic Success, Trent Sutton, has appointed Lori Gildehaus as the new director of the Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Activity.
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  • Apple releases macOS Tahoe

    September 16, 2025

    Apple released its newest operating system, macOS Tahoe, to the public on Sept. 15. Tahoe is available as an optional upgrade in Kandji Software Center until Friday, Nov. 14.
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  • Skill Up, Stress Down: Workshop series for workplace wellbeing

    September 16, 2025

    This workshop series is designed to build key workplace skills while tackling common challenges. Participants will learn effective methods for navigating a variety of situations and learn how to contribute to a more positive and productive work environment.
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  • Supporting Teams, Strengthening Leaders workshop series

    September 16, 2025

    This series of workshops is designed to enhance leadership skills by focusing on essential workplace topics and addressing common employee issues. Participants will learn practical techniques for dealing with different types of situations and how to promote a more positive work environment.
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  • Achim and Karen Brauser, participants in the OLLI seminars, attend Nanook Rendezvous 2024.

    ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ invites you to join us for an OLLI seminar

    September 16, 2025

    Two ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ seminars on "Wills, Estate Planning, and Tax-Wise Retirement Distribution Strategies" are scheduled for Oct 6-10 from 10:30-11:45 a.m. at the University Park Building or via Zoom.
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