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Spring semester field safety courses
January 29, 2026
Seats are still available in many of the 2026 Field Safety Courses offered through Nanook Recreation. If you need a certificate of completion for firearms training, a swiftwater rescue training or a bear safety course prior to your field work, training is available.
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Applications open for Alaska INBRE 2026 FiRE Opportunity
January 28, 2026
Applications are now open for the 2026 FiRE (Faculty-led, Intensive 鶹 Experience) Opportunity. FiRE provides undergraduate students with an immersive research experience focused on developing research skills, teamwork and scientific inquiry under the guidance of faculty mentors. Submissions are due by Feb. 23.
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Alaska INBRE announces summer 2026 URA Scholar Opportunity
January 28, 2026
The summer 2026 Undergraduate 鶹 Assistant Scholar Opportunity is now open to eligible undergraduate students interested in gaining hands-on research experience. Submissions are due by Feb. 23.
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UAF Chancellor search resumes with WittKieffer
January 28, 2026
The UAF chancellor recruitment has relaunched, effective Monday, Jan. 26, with WittKieffer, a nationally recognized executive search firm that is also leading the search for a new UA president.
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Three-day graduate writing retreat
January 27, 2026
The UAF Graduate School is organizing a three-day writing retreat specifically for Ph.D. and master's students this spring. The retreat on Feb. 25-27 is aimed at students who have completed their coursework and are currently engaged in dissertation or thesis writing. However, students working on other academic writing projects are also welcome to attend.
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Apply: URSA summer 2026 Student Project Awards
January 27, 2026
Undergraduate students planning to pursue creative projects or conduct research during the summer 2026 semester are invited to apply for funding. Applications will be accepted through March 1.
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Non-credit courses with openings
January 26, 2026
Openings remain in several spring 2026 non-credit courses for adults, offered through UAF Summer Sessions and Lifelong Learning. Registration will close soon for some classes.
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January 26, 2026
Zoom Hub is being included and enabled by default on the Zoom Workplace app for all new and existing Zoom accounts. Zoom has stated that it plans to enable Hub for all accounts on Feb. 6.
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UAF Business Leader of the Year nominations due March 8
January 26, 2026
Nominations are being accepted for the 2026 鶹 Fairbanks Business Leader of the Year award. The award, presented by the UAF College of Business and Security Management, honors a person who has demonstrated leadership, business acumen, community engagement and educational support.
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Food for Fines enables campus to support its own community
January 21, 2026
When the times get tough, the days get shorter and the temperatures drop, everyone in our community feels it. Thanks to the "Food for Fines" food drive, community members with past parking fines were invited to pay it forward in the form of non-perishable food donations.
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2026 Staff Make Students Count nominations
January 21, 2026
Every year, Staff Alliance members partner with UAA, UAF, UAS and system office staff councils to honor staff who go above and beyond to support students in the university system. We need your help to learn who and how these hidden gems “make students count.” Submit nominations by March 20.
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January 21, 2026
Join the gener8tor gBETA Alaska team for an upcoming info session on Jan. 23 to learn more about the February accelerator program. We’ll share how gBETA supports early-stage innovation – from university research and technology commercialization to venture-backed startups – and highlight ecosystem impact, answering your questions.
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Reminder: Submit for 2026 Chancellor's Cornerstone Award
January 20, 2026
The nomination period for the 2026 UAF Chancellor's Cornerstone Award is open from Dec. 1, 2025, through Feb. 20. This award honors staff who embody the spirit of dedication, service, and community that helped build the university.
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January 20, 2026
Outdoor Adventures is hosting weekly fat bike group rides every Wednesday night from 5:30 to 7 p.m. These rides are free for all students. Outdoor Adventures and UAF Green Bikes have free fat bikes available for these group rides, but participants are certainly encouraged to bring their own bike.
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Call for abstracts for the 2026 Wakefield Fisheries Symposium
January 20, 2026
Fishery researchers, managers, and other professionals are invited to attend the 2026 Wakefield Fisheries Symposium to share knowledge, experience, and learn about marine heatwaves at high latitudes. Abstracts are due by Jan. 30 for consideration as oral or poster presentations.
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Responsible Conduct of 鶹 training via Zoom
January 20, 2026
Responsible Conduct of 鶹 training will be offered via Zoom on Wednesday, Jan. 28, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The training is provided by the Office of 鶹 Integrity.
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Study Away participation more than doubled in 2025
January 20, 2026
Participation in the UAF Study Away program more than doubled this past year, from 30 students in 2024 to 71 students in 2025. The Study Away program offers UAF students the opportunity to enhance their education with a semester or two at another international or U.S. university, while earning credit towards their UAF degree.
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Cold-weather reminder: Helping take care of our campus
January 20, 2026
Living and working in a sub-arctic environment means we all play a part in keeping UAF's buildings safe, warm, and working as they should, especially during periods of extreme cold.
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MBS Hess Commons restroom addition
January 20, 2026
The walls are now up on the new single ADA-compliant restroom being built in the Hess Commons near the Campus Cache. Most of the plumbing and electrical rough-in is complete, and tile will be installed in the coming days. Part of this project also includes renovating the old computer lab. The project is on track to be completed in early March.
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Arctic Collaboratory: Permafrost
January 20, 2026
Join an interactive discussion about interdisciplinary collaborations and co-production, AI in Arctic permafrost research, and changing high-latitude permafrost landscapes on Jan. 20 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Akasofu 501 or via Zoom.
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Applications open for Inspiring Girls* Expeditions Alaska
January 15, 2026
Inspiring Girls* Expeditions Alaska has opened applications for its 2026 tuition-free science and art backcountry excursions for high-school youth. The application deadline is March 15.
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Free statistics consulting services through spring 2026
January 15, 2026
Do you need statistics help with your research? The Department of Mathematics and Statistics provides free statistics consulting to students, faculty, staff, and the community through their STAT 454/654 seminar course throughout the spring 2026 semester.
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Exclusive chance for students to win Alaska Airlines prizes
January 13, 2026
UAF Students in Fairbanks and those at remote locations have a chance to win Alaska Airlines prizes this week!
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Call for abstracts: Western Alaska Interdisciplinary Science Conference
January 13, 2026
The Western Alaska Interdisciplinary Science Conference requests submissions for oral and poster presentations drawn from all disciplines that address questions and issues of concern to Western Alaska communities. Ongoing recovery from ex-Typhoon Halong is anticipated to shape this year's conversation, and proposals are encouraged that speak to storm recovery and community preparedness. Other topics are still welcome. Abstracts due by Jan. 30.
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Register for Alternative Spring Break
January 13, 2026
Trade the typical spring break for something that truly matters. Alternative Spring Break is back, and this year Student Leadership and Involvement is heading to Lakeland, Florida (March 7-14) to support disaster relief efforts following Hurricane Milton.
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