The Council for Advancement and Support Education (CASE) has recently recognized this flash movie by awarding it with the BRONZE metal in the category of “creative uses of technology and new media,” AND the GRAND GOLD award in the “video fundraising category.”  UAF’s Annual Giving appeal won the top prize. This is the top award in the NATION!

The first ever UAF Annual Giving Leadership Reception, hosted by annual donors Dr. Michael and Ginger Carroll was held on Friday, February 29, 2008.  Local contributors to the Annual Giving Program at the Leadership level of $1000 and above gathered at the Carroll’s home for an evening of fine wines, hors d’oeuvres and music. Guests enjoyed a presentation by Martin Robards, a Ph.D. student at the Institute of Arctic Biology and Resiliency and Adaptation Program, who shared his research on walrus in the Bering Strait. Martin has been directly impacted by gifts through the UAF Annual Giving Program and guests were able to get a glimpse of their gifts at work. Artwork from native wood carver and UAF alumni Abel Ryan was featured on the invitations and at the event; as an MFA student, Ryan receives several UAF scholarships.

It was an evening to remember and we are thrilled to establish a new tradition of celebrating such outstanding leadership in giving.  

Winter is winding down, and more daylight means more time for adventure! Enjoy
skiing, sled dog races and ice sculpture competitions, or stay cozy inside and let UAF
take you on an armchair adventure of your own. Check out these great links to interesting things to keep you busy inside, where it's warm, when the temperatures drop outside!

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