@universityofalaska.bsky.social
@universityofalaska.bsky.socialToday, the University of Alaska honors Indigenous Peoples Day. Alaska Native knowledge systems, languages, and traditions are not something the university adds on to its mission. They are a source of strength for the entire institution.
@universityofalaska.bsky.socialHow do you engage students who already live in rural Alaska communities? UAA's Keri Baker and Gloria Burnett found one answer through a Peru immersion experience that connected students with community-based healthcare in another rural setting.
Read the full story: www.alaska.edu/news/did-you...
@universityofalaska.bsky.socialA new analysis finds UA generated $1.2 billion in total economic activity in fiscal year 2025, and supports 10,000 jobs statewide.
Full report: www.alaska.edu/opa/enews/20...
@universityofalaska.bsky.socialUA Board of Regents met in Juneau Sep. 2-3. It was new President Matthew Cooper's first Board meeting.
They discussed the Tuition Transparency project, FY28 budget, the "AI Engaged" systemwide roadmap and heard from Sen. Dan Sullivan.
@universityofalaska.bsky.social📣 UA Board of Regents begins its September meetings today in Juneau.
Watch committee and board meetings live: www.alaska.edu/bor/live/
@universityofalaska.bsky.socialThe University of Alaska Southeast and Goldbelt Heritage Foundation are creating a new Indigenous Health and Healing Pathway rooted in Indigenous knowledge and approaches to wellness.
Nine students completed the inaugural intensive this summer.
Read the full story: www.alaska.edu/news/did-you...