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International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day memorial crafting event
November 20, 2024
Join ORCA, NAMI, and the Fairbanks Wellness Coalition for a memorial crafting event on Friday, Nov. 22, from 1 to 2 p.m. in the Wood Center Multi-Level Lounge to create a special UAF collaborative piece of art honoring survivors of suicide loss.
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Walk-in flu clinics for winter
November 20, 2024
Student Health and Counseling will have walk-in flu clinics available from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21, Tuesday, Nov. 26, Tuesday, Dec. 3, and Thursday, Dec. 5.
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Adult Mental Health First Aid Training Nov. 23
November 18, 2024
Summer Sessions and the Fairbanks Wellness Coalition are co-hosting a free Adult Mental Health First Aid course on Saturday, Nov. 23 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Learn how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
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BLaST celebrates John Harley as November 2024 Scientist of the Month
November 18, 2024
John Harley, a research assistant professor at the Â鶹¹ÙÍø Southeast Juneau, is the BLaST Scientist of the Month for November 2024! Harley has been involved with BLaST since 2015. He was a former BLaST Graduate Mentoring Â鶹¹ÙÍø Assistant for two years as a Ph.D. student in biochemistry and graduated from the Â鶹¹ÙÍø Fairbanks in 2017. Harley’s research focuses on a One Health framework, where linkages between humans and the global and local environment and animals are seen as connected.
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November 15, 2024
Have you wondered about teaching as part of your career? Are you currently getting a degree in another subject (Fisheries, Alaska Native Languages, History, Psychology, Mathematics, or anything else!)? Scholarships are available that cover tuition and fees and offer a stipend. If you have any questions about what preparing to teach looks like at UAF, join us in-person or online on Thursday, Nov. 21, 1-1:30 p.m. or 5:30-6 p.m. for information sessions covering degree options, schedules for working students, and funding opportunities.
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Discount Day Passes for local ski areas
November 13, 2024
Moose Mountain is planning to open Friday, Nov. 15. Ski Land shouldn't be far behind. Students taking 6 credits this semester are eligible to purchase a limited number of $10 day passes available each day the mountains are open. Passes go on sale each morning at 9 a.m. this year.
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Nominate for Nanook Hall of Fame Class of 2025
November 13, 2024
The Alaska Nanooks Department of Athletics is now accepting nominations for the Alaska Nanooks Hall of Fame Class of 2025. All submissions are due by April 30, 2025, to be considered for induction.
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November 13, 2024
Registration is open for IGNITE, Individual Growth and New Ideas Through EPSCoR/INBRE, an annual professional development workshop for students, staff, faculty and researchers. Register by Dec. 4.
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Ice Box Literary Journal call for submissions
November 13, 2024
UAF's undergraduate literary journal, Ice Box, is now accepting submissions for its 2025 print issue. Students can submit fiction, nonfiction, poetry, hybrid work, or visual art by Dec. 15, 2024. Learn more about how to get involved and showcase your creative work in this annual publication.
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Contestants needed for facial hair competition for Men's Health / Mental Health Awareness Month
November 13, 2024
Anyone may participate in the Facial Hair/Bearding Competition at UAF's Polar Grizz Festival on Friday, Nov. 22 from 6-8 p.m. in the Wood Center Multi-Level Lounge. A vendor and resource fair will also be held from 4-6 p.m. before the bearding competition in the Wood Center Ballroom.
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UA Foundation seeks nominations for 2024 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence
November 13, 2024
The Â鶹¹ÙÍø Foundation is accepting nominations for the 2024 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence. The prize, which includes a $20,000 award, is presented to an individual who has demonstrated excellence in support of the Â鶹¹ÙÍø. Any UA student, faculty, staff, alumni or volunteer who has made a significant contribution to the university's mission is eligible to be nominated. The deadline to submit complete nomination packets is Dec. 19.
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UAF-OLLI Recruitment for spring 2025
November 13, 2024
Want to share your passion and knowledge? UAF's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is currently seeking volunteer instructors for the spring. It's a wonderful, low-stress opportunity to gain teaching experience with a friendly audience. The deadline for spring course proposals is Nov. 22.
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R1 forum to detail workshop results
November 13, 2024
Chancellor Dan White will host an R1 forum on Tuesday, Nov. 19, from 1-2 p.m. in the Davis Concert Hall and online via UAF's YouTube channel. The event will focus on the results of the recent R1 strategy workshop that drew more than 60 UAF students and employees. The forum will include time for audience questions. All members of the UAF community are encouraged to attend.
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UAF hosts Veterans Appreciation Day
November 11, 2024
The Department of Military and Veteran Services and the Student Success Center hosted a Veterans Appreciation Day and open house at the Rasmuson Library on Friday, Nov. 8.
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Women's Basketball vs. Western Colorado
November 11, 2024
Join us on Friday, Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m. in the Patty Center to cheer on the UAF Women's Basketball team against Western Colorado! The first 100 into the game get a custom rally towel!
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Women's Basketball vs. Corban University
November 11, 2024
Join us on Nov. 16 at 5:15 p.m. in the Patty Center to cheer on our Nanooks Women's Basketball team against Corbin University! The first 100 to enter the game receive a custom rally towel!
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November challenge at the MILL
November 11, 2024
Now is a great time of year to pause and reflect on what brings joy and gratitude into our lives. For this month's challenge, sit down and do a 10-minute free write that starts with: "I am thankful for (fill in the blank) because (fill in the blank)." Use your writing as a prompt to create something meaningful in The MILL.
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Parking decal design contest poll
November 11, 2024
Thank you to everyone who participated in the UAF parking decal design contest. It is time for you to choose our next annual decal design! Please fill out the poll and select your top choice by Nov. 22.
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Pop-Con SoBear Lounge: Joe & Nick's VCR Party Show
November 08, 2024
Join us for a celebration of the videos that time forgot with Joe and Nick's VCR Party Show at a special Pop-Con SoBear Lounge event on Thursday, Nov. 14, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Wood Center Ballroom.
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November 08, 2024
Join us on Nov. 17 at the SRC climbing wall for our annual top rope throwdown climbing competition! The competition is open to all skill levels with beginner, intermediate and advanced categories.
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November 08, 2024
That's right! The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Â鶹¹ÙÍø is excited to announce that all UAF students, faculty, and staff now have free access to Qualtrics. As UAF continues down the path to achieving R1 research status, the VCR knows that some of those steps need to include tools that help the UAF community continue to do good research.
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Mental Health First Aid training Nov. 22
November 06, 2024
Student Health and Counseling is offering Mental Health First Aid training to all students, staff and faculty at UAF. The next class is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 22. This is a virtual class with a fee of $35 per participant.
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Spots still available for Outdoor Adventures White Mountain XC ski trip
November 06, 2024
The White Mountains provide beautiful scenery and cross-country skiing is a great way to get out and stay active in the winter months. This XC ski trip on Nov. 16 is definitely beginner-friendly, but it shouldn't be your first time on skis due to the terrain.
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URSA announces 2024-25 Climate Change Project Award recipients
November 06, 2024
The Office of Undergraduate Â鶹¹ÙÍø and Scholarly Activity congratulates the individuals who received an URSA 2024-2025 Climate Change Project Award.
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URSA announces 2024-2025 Community-Engaged Learning Award recipients
November 04, 2024
The Office of Undergraduate Â鶹¹ÙÍø and Scholarly Activity congratulates the following students and mentors who received a 2024-2025 Community-Engaged Learning Award.
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