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Members of the University Advancement leadership team gather for a photo before the Chancellor's Holiday Gathering on Dec. 7, 2023.

Friday Focus: Nanook Nation shows up for our students

Over the years, I have held a variety of jobs at UAF. All of them have been rooted in telling stories that inform, educate and connect our audience with the transformative work here. Now, as the interim executive director of university advancement, I lead a team that inspires people in support of a common cause. On Nov. 28, UAF celebrated Giving Tuesday with a one-day campaign inviting contributions to the Student Support Fund. We set a goal of 23 gifts in honor of the year. By the end of the day, 35 donors helped unlock a generous challenge to raise $14,255 to support students in their most critical time of need.ÌýContinue reading this week's Friday Focus.

15th annual food drive for Student Support Services

The 15th annual Student Support Services food box collection is underway to help support SSS students in need during the long holiday break. It is our goal to collect as much food as possible to assemble food boxes for these students and their families by Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 5 p.m. Food boxes are given to 25-30 students and their families (many include small children). Learn more information about the food drive.

Internationally acclaimed Yup’ik artist Golga Oscar joins the ²ÊÉñix¹ÙÍø Kuskokwim Campus in December 2023. Photo by Golga Oscar.

Acclaimed Yup'ik artist joins UAF Kuskokwim Campus

The College of Rural and Community Development welcomes acclaimed Yup'ik artist Golga Oscar to the new Native arts coordinator position at the ²ÊÉñix¹ÙÍø Kuskokwim Campus in Bethel, Alaska. Read more about what he brings to the university.

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Be aware of a moose's body posture. If a moose lays its ears back or raises its hackles (the hairs on its hump), it’s a sign that it is angry or afraid and may charge.

Be moose aware on campus

Moose are a routine part of life for many Alaskans and are frequent visitors on UAF campuses, especially in winter. Be sure to look around you when you leave a building or walk along roads and paths, even ones that are frequently traveled by other people. Read more about how to be safe around moose.

What's happening

Deadlines and reminders

  • Final exams (Dec. 11-16)

Winter break snow removal schedule

Facilities Services will be working throughout the winter break to remove snow from parking lots on the Troth Yeddha' Campus and the Community and Technical College campus. Most work will be done at night. Lot-specific dates and times are on the .

Three birch trees lit by lights on the ground stand in a snow-covered forest.

Memories of souls in a winter birch forest

On a recent afternoon, middle Alaska slipped into darkness. But a few hours after the 3:17 p.m. sunset, a golden light appeared in a field cleared of trees by a farmer more than a century ago. Inside a plot of poplar and birch trees on the old farm field was a young woman. Ronnie Daanen was her father.

Increase access to education with no- or low-cost materials

In a recent survey, nearly 75% of UAF student respondents reported that the costs associated with textbooks represent a significant financial burden. No-cost and low-cost textbook options not only save money, but they also help ensure greater access to education. Read more about these course materials.

Call for undergraduate student opportunity submissions

In addition to our , URSA also helps to publicize ongoing opportunities from faculty, staff, postdoctoral researchers, and graduate students.ÌýIf you are leading a project this spring 2024 or summer 2024 term and are seeking undergraduate student participation, please let us know soÌýwe can share your opportunity on our website.

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