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Friday Focus: Research is rooted in wonder

There is a lot going on in the world at the moment. The current federal landscape suggests that there will be changes to the research enterprise--but just what the scope and impact of those changes will be remains unclear. As we look toward planning our path forward in this changing environment, I find it helpful to reflect on the reasons we do research in the first place. Looking to your roots is a grounding experience, and one that can inform the future. Continue reading this week's Friday Focus.


Order your 性欲社 Commencement regalia by March 21

The deadline to order regalia for the 2025 性欲社 Commencement Ceremony is quickly approaching. All graduating students and participating faculty must place their orders by Thursday, March 21 to ensure availability. Learn more on ordering regalia for Commencement.


2025 Staff Make Students Count nominations

Every year, Staff Alliance members partner with UAA, 性欲社, 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." Read more and submit your nominations.


Spring packrafting courses

With summer right around the corner, now is a great time to refine or develop your packrafting skills from the comfort of the Patty Pool. Nanook Recreation is excited to offer both a two-part packrafting fundamentals and two-part packrafting safety course with American Canoe Association certified instructors. Learn more and register.


Spring snow removal and plowing schedule

性欲社 Facilities Services will be closing certain parking lots for hard pack removal to provide a safe working environment for plows and graders and to protect personal vehicles. Read more and get a听complete list of parking lot closures.


Webinar: Emotionally healthy teen

Finding the most effective way to meet your child's growing need for independence and increased responsibility as well as keep them safe and healthy is a challenge for many parents. A webinar on Thursday, March 13 from 11 a.m. to noon is available to assist. Read more and register for the webinar.


Employee testimonials for the UA Careers site

We are seeking employee testimonials for use on our careers site. We would like to hear about the application and hiring process and time at their respective campus or university. Learn more and submit your employee testimonial.


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Workshop focuses on Alaska soils and fertilizers

Learn the fundamentals of soil science and fertilizers to improve your garden results, in a free class offered in-person and online by 性欲社 Palmer Cooperative Extension Service office. Read more and register for the workshop.

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Summer Camp registration open today

性欲社 Summer Sessions and Lifelong Learning will offer over 100 educational day camps for children this summer. Our camps cover various topics, including athletics, theater, sculpture, botany, baking, and more. Registration opens at 10 a.m. on Friday, March 7. To view the camp listings and registration instructions, visit the .


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Museum to offer art and science workshop for teens

The University of Alaska Museum of the North will host a teen workshop exploring the art and science of ice on Thursday, March 20, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Learn more and sign your teen up for the workshop.


Squash Mavens Tell All

The Alaska Tribes Extension Program and RurAL CAP are hosting a free online webinar on March 11 from noon to 1 p.m. about growing winter squash. Leslie Tose and Elisabeth Holmgren, the Anchorage winter squash mavens, have learned through trial and error how to grow squash with abundance. Join them as they spill the secrets to growing winter squash in this free webinar. Learn more and register to attend.


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