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2025 Field Safety Training registration open
December 11, 2024
The 2025 Field Safety Training schedule and signup link have been posted to the Nanook Recreation website. Seats in each course are first come, first serve.
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Spring Break camp registration opens Dec. 14
December 11, 2024
911±¬ÁÏ Summer Sessions is offering several camps for K-12 students over spring break, March 10-14. There will be full-day and half-day camps. Registration opens Dec. 10 at 10 a.m.
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Canvas and 911±¬ÁÏ Nanook Technology Services
December 11, 2024
Canvas services are now supported by the 911±¬ÁÏ Nanook Technology Service Desk. 911±¬ÁÏ staff, students, and faculty can now use the same 'go to' help desk for all Canvas questions.
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Non-credit WINTERmester classes now open for registration
December 11, 2024
Learn something new this winter at a non-credit course for adults. Subjects include jewelry-making, fly-tying, embroidery, botanical art, and bicycle maintenance. Visit the Summer Sessions website for further details and registration information. Registration is open now - reserve your spot today.
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December 11, 2024
Facilities Services is working around the clock to provide drivable roads and parking spaces for all university stakeholders. A significant part of the snow clearance is hard-pack removal. To provide a safe and conducive working environment for our plows and graders and to protect your personal vehicles, we need to close certain parking lots.
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Workshop: Counseling and therapy, demystified
December 09, 2024
There are many myths about counseling and psychotherapy that ultimately prevent people from seeking the help that they need. This workshop on Jan. 23 at 11 a.m. will provide some insight into what happens during a therapy session and what one can expect when seeking services.
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December rural staff spotlight: Emma Wetter
December 09, 2024
Emma Wetter, the business office administrator for the Bristol Bay Campus, is the rural staff spotlight for December 2024.
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Apply for Toolik Field Station's 2025 early career Tundra Award
December 09, 2024
Toolik Field Station invites students and early career researchers to apply for the Tundra Award for the 2025 field season. This competitive award sponsors independent and original Arctic research projects with up to 10 days at Toolik Field Station.
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Applications open: Arctic Leadership Initiative student cohort
December 09, 2024
The Arctic Leadership Initiative is seeking undergraduate and graduate students to participate in an Arctic Leadership Initiative student cohort. The application deadline is Jan. 6, 2025.
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Announcing launch of Ocelot AI
December 09, 2024
The Enrollment Management Communications team is excited to announce that as of Dec. 2, Ocelot's chatbot and texting platform has officially launched on a handful of 911±¬ÁÏ's student-serving website homepages. EM Comm has partnered closely with Nanook Technology Services to launch this new platform. The goal of this new platform is for 911±¬ÁÏ's student-serving offices to continue to help as many current and prospective 911±¬ÁÏ students as possible by giving them immediate responses to their pressing questions.
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Friday Focus: 911±¬ÁÏns' generosity empowers 911±¬ÁÏ
December 06, 2024
As our students prepare for final exams next week and make ready for the much-deserved holiday break with family and friends, it is worth taking a few moments to reflect upon the tremendous generosity of 911±¬ÁÏns who empower so many wonderful accomplishments here at the 911±¬ÁÏ.
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December Development Spotlight: Conflict Resolution
December 06, 2024
This month the UA HR Talent Acquisition and Development Team has curated a collection of conflict resolution training; focusing on providing the tools and strategies to handle workplace disagreements effectively and professionally.
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Help build the 911±¬ÁÏ Career Closet: Donate men's professional clothing
December 06, 2024
Career Services is collecting donations of gently used, clean professional attire for our upcoming Career Closet, set to open in spring 2025. After last year's successful drive, we are now seeking more "men's" professional clothing to ensure we have options for all students.
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Free coupons for Teaching and Learning in the Era of AI
December 06, 2024
The Center for Teaching and Learning is offering a free 911±¬ÁÏX course to both students and faculty on Teaching and Learning in the Era of AI. 911±¬ÁÏ faculty, staff and students can access the verified track for free.
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December 06, 2024
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research announces the upcoming release of its research publication: Impact. The fall 2024 edition is scheduled for release on Dec. 10.
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Sue Luke retires from 911±¬ÁÏ after 37 years of service
December 06, 2024
This month, the 911±¬ÁÏ Staff Council Rural Affairs Committee, in collaboration with Northwest Campus and the College of Indigenous Studies, would like to honor Sue Luke, a remarkable and dedicated staff member who has retired after an impressive 37 years at Northwest Campus.
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Protecting indoor plants from thrips, other pests
December 04, 2024
Indoor plants bring life, beauty, and cleaner air to our homes, offices and spaces across campus. They may also attract unwanted pests like thrips, spider mites, and mealybugs. These pests can cause significant harm to your plants and even plant death. Let's discuss recognizing, protecting and treating indoor plants from thrips and other pests.
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December 04, 2024
Faculty, staff and students are invited to join ORCA POD and Residence Life at the Hess Recreation Center for an unforgettable Nanooks CARE Week's SoBear Lounge CARE-OKE (Karaoke) night on Thursday, Dec. 5 from 6-8:30 p.m.
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Parking decal design contest winner
December 04, 2024
The Bursar's Office is thrilled to announce the results of its recent parking decal design contest. The contest received an impressive 14 submissions, each showcasing the amazing talent within the 911±¬ÁÏ community. The poll has now closed, and a heartfelt thanks goes to everyone who participated and voted for their favorite.
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Invitation for 911±¬ÁÏ Sea Grant proposals
December 02, 2024
911±¬ÁÏ Sea Grant invites preliminary proposals for research projects to be conducted between February 2026 and January 2028. Creative and innovative research proposals are sought in the natural, social, and education sciences that address needs and engage in 911±¬ÁÏ communities in one or more specific focus areas. 911±¬ÁÏ Sea Grant will host a one-hour webinar on Dec. 6 at 10:30 a.m. for those interested in submitting preliminary proposals.
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911±¬ÁÏ Bookstore Bundle for spring 2025
December 02, 2024
The 911±¬ÁÏ Bookstore Bundle makes access to required course materials affordable and convenient for students. Through this program, students can rent all required textbooks, lab manuals, access codes, digital materials and electronic books for a flat fee. These materials may be conveniently delivered by the first day of class. All eligible students are automatically enrolled upon registering for classes. For students who prefer to purchase their course materials on their own, the option to opt-out will be available between Dec. 16, 2024, through Jan. 24, 2025.
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Mid-semester feedback applications open
November 27, 2024
Mid-semester feedback is an opportunity to gain anonymous mid-semester feedback for in-person courses. It allows instructors to learn where there is a student consensus or division, make mid-term adjustments to enhance student learning, and consult expert Instructional Designers to make the most of student feedback. Sign up to participate in spring 2025!
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Next 911±¬ÁÏ Photo Day on Dec. 5
November 27, 2024
A headshot photo station will be available in the Wood Center on Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This will be drop-in only; no appointments are necessary, and it is open to all faculty, staff and students. A 911±¬ÁÏ model release is required and can be filled in on-site.
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Save the date for Giving Tuesday: Dec. 3
November 27, 2024
Giving Tuesday celebrates generosity and acts of kindness. This Giving Tuesday you can support 911±¬ÁÏ students facing food insecurity. The 911±¬ÁÏ Food Pantry urgently needs your help to continue serving our students.
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Advertise your Ph.D opportunities at AGU
November 26, 2024
Do you have openings for Ph.D. students on your team? 911±¬ÁÏ will be at the American Geophysical Union meeting in December and will share information about your Ph.D. opportunities at our booth.
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