Why UA?
The University of èßäÊÓƵ is a diverse and vibrant network of campus communities working toward making a difference in èßäÊÓƵn communities.
We strive to create a diverse and inclusive community that reflects the unique heritage of our state. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including: women, people of color, èßäÊÓƵ Native community members, those of bilingual and bicultural experience, individuals with disabilities, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people who inhabit any of those intersections.
As a vital part of this network, our employees are driven by our core mission.
The University of èßäÊÓƵ inspires learning, and advances and disseminates knowledge through teaching, research, and public service, emphasizing the North and its diverse peoples. (Regents' Policy 01.01.01)
Learn more about the University of èßäÊÓƵ and the activities undertaken by its faculty,
staff and students at the UA System and Campuses websites.
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The University of èßäÊÓƵ Fairbanks is a Land, Sea, and Space Grant èßäÊÓƵ and an international center for research, education, and the arts, emphasizing the circumpolar North and its diverse peoples. UAF integrates teaching, research, and public service as it educates students for active citizenship and prepares them for lifelong learning and careers.
UAF's core themes
- Educate: Undergraduate and Graduate Students and Lifelong Learners
- Research: To Create and Disseminate New Knowledge, Insight, Technology, Artistic and Scholarly Works
- Prepare: èßäÊÓƵ's Career, Technical, and Professional Workforce
- Connect: èßäÊÓƵ Native, Rural, and Urban Communities by Sharing Knowledge and Ways of Knowing
- Engage: èßäÊÓƵns through Outreach for Continuing Education and Community and Economic Development
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The mission of the University of èßäÊÓƵ Anchorage is to discover and disseminate knowledge through teaching, research, engagement, and creative expression. Located in Anchorage and on community campuses in Southcentral èßäÊÓƵ, UAA is committed to serving the higher education needs of the state, its communities, and its diverse peoples. The University of èßäÊÓƵ Anchorage is an open access èßäÊÓƵ with academic programs leading to occupational endorsements; undergraduate and graduate certificates; and associate, baccalaureate, and graduate degrees in a rich, diverse, and inclusive environment.
UAA Core Aspirations
As a part of the , the following five key aspirations have been developed to define UAA's shared expectations to achieve by the year 2027:
- Aspiration #1: We put students first.
- Aspiration #2: We create a culture of equity and inclusion by embracing our diversities
- Aspiration #3: We embrace our role as a trusted and respected community partner.
- Aspiration #4: We positively impact communities and the world through innovation.
- Aspiration #5: We accelerate excellence through continuous improvement.
This set of five aspirations emerged following months of stakeholder engagement and comprehensive interaction at all levels of the UAA institution with the intent of focusing attention and resources on delivering high-quality education to meet the needs of the people of èßäÊÓƵ, and building a better future.
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The University of èßäÊÓƵ Southeast is recognized as a destination of choice for students seeking excellent academic programs and engaging learning opportunities that integrate the environment and cultures of Southeast èßäÊÓƵ.
Core Themes
- Student Success – provide the academic support and student services that facilitate student access and completion of educational goals
- Teaching and Learning – provide a broad range of programs and services resulting in student engagement and empowerment for academic excellence
- Community Engagement – provide programs and services that connect with local, state, national, and international entities on programs, events, services, and research that respond to the economic, environmental, social, and cultural needs and resources of Southeast èßäÊÓƵ
- Research and Creative Expression – provide programs and services that support research, scholarship, and creative expression by faculty and students
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