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  • It's Time to Vote. (and a recap of this week's townhall.)

    March 20, 2026

    Voting in the CAUSE union election has opened. Be sure to cast your ballot. More than 350 staff tuned in to or attended UAF's listening session with President Pitney. Those who are interested have access to a recording.

  • Capitol Report: March 20, 2026

    March 20, 2026

    Higher Oil Prices Improve State's Revenue Outlook as Legislative Session Reaches Halfway Point; House and Senate Seek Path Forward on Supplemental Budget; Rep. Josephson Selected to Have Legislative Records Preserved for UAA's Alaska Leaders Archive

  • Upcoming Changes for Web Time Entry in UAOnline

    March 20, 2026

    The new web time entry process will take effect for the R11 pay period, beginning on May 3, 2026. Here is a sneak peek at what will be changing. More information will be shared in the coming weeks.

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    The 49 hours that make a difference: »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵGiving Day 2026

    March 20, 2026

    Scholarships and student support will take center stage for »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵGiving Day, the University of Alaska's 49‑hour online fundraising event dedicated to expanding opportunities for »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵstudents.

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    Watch the recording: President Pitney's final State of the University address

    March 20, 2026

    The 2026 State of the University was held at noon on March 19, during the Fairbanks Rotary meeting. The event recording is now available to watch.

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    Capitol Report: March 6, 2026

    March 06, 2026

    »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵHouse Finance Subcommittee Closes - Employee Compensation, Public Safety and Student Mental Health Services Funded for UAA, UAF, and UAS; Public Testimony Opportunities Coming up.

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    Capitol Report: February 27, 2026

    March 06, 2026

    »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵHouse Finance Subcommittee, Led by Rep. Galvin, Nears Wrap-Up; »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵOfficials and Advocates Encourage Stability; Higher Education Investment Fund (HEIF) Replenishment Remains in Supplemental Budget Package.

  • »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵGiving Day with all three university logos

    Are you promoting »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵGiving Day?

    March 06, 2026

    »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵGiving Day is all about connecting alumni and our communities with the University of Alaska. Please review this important fundraising guide and creative toolkit before you promote »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵGiving Day or ask for gifts as a university leader for your college/school/program area.

  • a group of regents and the president sit at table with microphones

    University of Alaska Regents praise continued progress on student support and success initiatives

    February 20, 2026

    Regents meeting at UAF's Bristol Bay Campus discussed enrollment growth, recruitment and retention outcomes, and advanced revised FY27 operating and capital budget requests.

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    Capitol Report: February 20, 2026

    February 20, 2026

    House Advances Supplemental Budget with Critical Higher Education Investment Fund (HEIF) Repayment; »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵOutlines Highest Budget Priorities in House Subcommittee; Legislators Meet with UAS/UAA/UAF Alumni in Juneau.