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Innovation showcase: Outcomes of the 2025 Arctic Innovation Competition
May 08, 2025
On April 19, innovators came to the Arctic Innovation Competition to pitch their ideas in the Main (18+ years old), Junior (13-17), and Cub (under 13) divisions. Four finalists had been chosen to compete in the main division, while for the Junior and Cub divisions, six finalists had been selected to present their innovations.
Bringing Kenya to the Iditarod: AIC's role in an inspiring connection
April 16, 2025
In 2023, Brad Schmitz, founder of Alaska English Adventures (AEA), entered the UAF Arctic Innovation Competition (AIC) with a vision: to expand his educational tourism business and connect people worldwide through immersive English learning experiences in Alaska. Making it to the Semifinals in the competition's Main Division reinforced his belief in his mission, shaping the future of his company.