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    Finance upgrades now available in UAOnline

    January 10, 2025

    As part of ongoing Banner 9 enhancements, new finance functionality is now live in UAOnline. This update introduces a streamlined, user-friendly way to access and manage real-time financial information directly from the upgraded finance section.

  • University System Office launches new process improvement initiative

    January 10, 2025

    The University has partnered with Professional Growth Systems and this initiative aims to enhance our operational efficiency and service delivery, ensuring we continue to meet the evolving needs of our community.

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    "The wisdom of late bloomers in education" by Lael Oldmixon

    January 10, 2025

    The pursuit of education is often seen as a youthful endeavor, bustling with fresh high school graduates eager to carve out their paths. At the University of èßäÊÓƵ, nearly half of the student body is over the age of 25. This shift reveals a new truth: education knows no age. In èßäÊÓƵ, the state's 529 education savings plan isn't just for children, but a helpful tool for adults navigating their academic aspirations alongside careers and family duties.

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    Save the Date! State of the University January 30, 2025

    January 10, 2025

    President Pitney will provide an update on the State of the University, and how UA is empowering èßäÊÓƵ's workforce pipeline, at the èßäÊÓƵ Chamber's Legislative Fly-In Luncheon in Juneau at 11:30 a.m. The event will be live-streamed.

  • White Shadow Box with bright, colorful letters spelling 'think outside the box' invites viewers to attend UA DS All Access Training Webinars on Jan 27 and Feb 25, 2025.

    Warm Up Your Winter: Create Solutions, Foster Inclusion via UA DS 'All Access' Free Training Webinars!

    January 10, 2025

    Disability Services (DS) offices across the state continue to offer free virtual training sessions to UA staff and faculty on a range of essential topics. JAN 27: Working with students who present challenges can be demanding, but that's often where the most meaningful progress happens. FEB 25: Gain valuable information about how you can better include students with intellectual disabilities through your role on campus. UA DS will also be hosting a special Cyber Coffee Chat on January 28th.

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    Accepting Proposals for the Harold T. Caven Professorship in Business and Finance

    January 10, 2025

    The University of èßäÊÓƵ Foundation will accept proposals from Jan. 9 - April 4, 2025, for the Harold T. Caven Professorship in Business and Finance (Caven Professorship).

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    Livestream of February Regents' Meeting Won't Be Available

    December 20, 2024

    Livestreaming of the February 20-21, 2025, Board of Regents Meeting at the Kenai River Campus (KRC) will not be available. The meeting will still be recorded and made available afterward, but space and technical restrictions mean a quality livestream won't be available.

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    Governor's FY26 Budget Proposal Released

    December 20, 2024

    Governor Dunleavy's FY26 budget proposal partially funds key Board of Regents' priorities, such as compensation and fixed cost increases, and reinforces the state's commitment to UA. It also makes clear that in the state's current fiscal environment, all budget requests will be closely scrutinized.

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    Angus Gavin Migratory Bird Research Grant Applications Due by January 17, 2025

    December 20, 2024

    Scientists within the University of èßäÊÓƵ System (UAF, UAA, UAS), including graduate students and faculty members, are invited to apply for the Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant (Gavin Grant).

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    Staff Alliance Professional Development support upcoming deadlines

    December 20, 2024

    Staff Alliance is offering support for staff professional development activities that directly support their professional development in FY25. February 7th is the next deadline for Professional Development and January 24 is the next deadline for Tuition Support.