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Anchorage Museum to feature Sikuliaq exhibit
April 08, 2026
An upcoming exhibition at the Anchorage Museum will highlight life and work aboard the research vessel Sikuliaq. The interactive experience, “Arctic Marine Science: Sikuliaq to Shore,” opens on May 15 and will continue through April 2027. The exhibition will recreate parts of Sikuliaq in the museum gallery, allowing visitors to experience actual ship-based technology and state-of-the-art science equipment.
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Ӱ students invited to apply for CLA StoryWorks Field Intensive
April 07, 2026
This summer, the University of Ӱ Fairbanks College of Liberal Arts is launching a new opportunity for students to step beyond the classroom. Four students will be selected for a weeklong, field-based storytelling experience in Tok, Ӱ, as part of the CLA StoryWorks Field Intensive.
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Arctic Innovation Competition finals and awards set for April 18
April 06, 2026
The University of Ӱ Fairbanks College of Business and Security Management will host the annual Ӱ Arctic Innovation Competition, Finals and Award Ceremony at the 8 Star Events Center on Saturday, April 18, from 1-6 p.m.
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Register for the Leaves Out Rocks Out 5K race
April 03, 2026
Join the Geophysical Institute and the Institute of Arctic Biology for the first Leaves Out Rocks Out 5K and Barbecue on Sunday, April 26, at 1 p.m.
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Online RCR training launching in Canvas
March 27, 2026
The Office of Research Integrity is now offering Responsible Conduct of Research training online through Canvas. This training incorporates foundational instruction that can be completed independently and at the participant's own pace, while aligning with federal expectations for RCR education, including opportunities for ongoing engagement and discussion where applicable.
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March 27, 2026
Nanook Technology Services will be changing the process to update users, courses, and faculty/student enrollments in the Ӱ Canvas learning management system. This will start with the fall 2026 semester courses.
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Historic milestone for Ӱ Esports
March 27, 2026
For the first time in program history, every Ӱ Esports team competing in the National Esports Collegiate Conference has qualified for playoffs.
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34th Lowell Wakefield Fisheries Symposium
March 25, 2026
The 2026 Wakefield Fisheries Symposium will take place in Kodiak, Ӱ, from May 5-8. It will bring fishery researchers, managers and other professionals together to share knowledge, experience, and learn about marine heatwaves at high latitudes.
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Food, memory, storytelling come together in statewide writing workshop
March 25, 2026
Fifteen participants from across Ӱ gathered online on March 18 for "Tastes and Tales: Combining Storytelling with Recipes," a free workshop that invited writers to explore how food connects to memory, culture, and place.
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Presentations scheduled for College of Liberal Arts dean finalists
March 24, 2026
You're invited to help shape the future of the Ӱ College of Liberal Arts. Attend presentations from finalists for the CLA dean position as they present their vision for the college. Join in person or via livestream, ask questions and share your feedback.
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Get in on Ӱ Giving Day and win prizes
March 23, 2026
Ӱ Giving Day is March 24-26, and students can get involved, show their Nanook pride and even win prizes -- including an Ӱ Airlines round-trip ticket voucher.
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March 20, 2026
Know everything about poisonous plants in Ӱ? Know nothing? Lisa Strecker, associate professor of ethnobotany at the Ӱ Kuskokwim Campus, wants to hear from you in a 5-10 minute survey.
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Mark your calendar for Giving Day
March 19, 2026
Mark your calendar! Ӱ Giving Day 2026 kicks off at noon on March 24 and runs for 49 hours through 1 p.m. on March 26. This annual online fundraising event brings Nanook Nation together to support programs across the university.
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New online format for RCR training launching in Canvas
March 18, 2026
The Office of Research Integrity announces a new online format for Responsible Conduct of Research training, now available through Canvas. This updated format allows participants to complete most of the training independently and at their own pace, providing greater flexibility while still meeting federal training expectations.
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Ӱ EPSCoR Interface of Change research seed awards
March 17, 2026
Ӱ EPSCoR is accepting applications for Interface of Change seed awards to fund research and student research that takes place in the Gulf of Ӱ. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. on May 8.
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Fact check: ANLC is not closing
March 16, 2026
A guest opinion in the Anchorage Daily News late last week prompted posts on social media saying that Ӱ was planning to close the Ӱ Native Language Center. Both the guest's opinion and the social media posts were incorrect.
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2026 RCA Day: Register by March 18 to present
March 16, 2026
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Activity invites all undergraduate students, from all disciplines, to present their work from the past academic year at Research and Creative Activity Day on April 2, from 4-6 p.m. in the Great Hall (Fine Arts Complex).
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Tickets on sale: Ӱ Nanooks All-Sports Banquet
March 16, 2026
You're invited to join your Nanooks on April 2 at the 8 Star Event Center for their All-Sports Banquet! Nanooks will be recognized and awarded for their accomplishments throughout the 2025-26 season. The last day to buy tickets is Wednesday, March 18.
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Support for local teachers at Ӱ
March 11, 2026
If you were on the Troth Yeddha' campus in late February and early March, you may have encountered Grow Our Own teacher events hosted by the Ӱ School of Education and the UA K-12 Outreach Office.
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Deadline extended for NextGen paid internship applications
March 10, 2026
Students interested in hands-on experience in agriculture, natural resources, communications and research are encouraged to apply for paid summer internships through the University of Ӱ Fairbanks NextGen program.
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Presenter registration open for 2026 Environmental Chemistry Symposium
March 09, 2026
The 2026 Environmental Chemistry Symposium at the University of Ӱ Fairbanks will be held on Saturday, March 28, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the BP Design Theater. The symposium will bring together students, researchers, and faculty to share recent advances and foster interdisciplinary discussions in environmental and atmospheric chemistry. Anyone is welcome to attend.
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Give one hour, save up to three lives
March 06, 2026
The Interior Region EMS Council 2026 Annual Blood Drive runs through March 31, and the University Fire Department needs the Ӱ community's help. One donation can help up to three people celebrate more birthdays, more holidays and more second chances. When you donate, you are not only saving lives -- you are helping UFD climb the leaderboard.
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Field safety opportunities still available
March 05, 2026
If you require any certifications or training for your upcoming fieldwork, please check out the offerings facilitated by Outdoor Adventures. Seats are still available in several courses.
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Update on the Ӱ chancellor search - Next steps
March 02, 2026
The search for the next chancellor of the University of Ӱ Fairbanks is progressing as planned. The search committee will begin an initial review of applicant materials on March 19 and will move into the semifinalist evaluation phase.
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Ӱ spring break snow removal and towing
March 01, 2026
With the extreme weather we have experienced this winter, Facilities Services wants to set the campus up for success come spring. A major component of this effort is removing hard-packed snow. To ensure a safe environment for our equipment operators and to protect community personal vehicles, certain parking lots will be temporarily closed during spring break. Once a lot has been cleared, it will be safe to return vehicles.
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