UA News - Dec. 3, 2021

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932 Alaska high school students designated for $12,000 UA Scholars Award

On December 2, the University of Alaska hosted a virtual recognition event honoring the class of 2022 UA Scholars.

Travelling over the holidays? Be aware of changing regulations

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is updating travel guidance due to the emergence of the new Omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus.

UA Interim President Pitney to present at AFN

UA Interim President Pat Pitney will present at this year's Alaska Federation of Natives conference to be held December 13-14.

Give AK a Shot lottery awarded nine scholarship accounts in Alaska 529

Nine youth winners from across Alaska were awarded a $49,000 scholarship account in Alaska 529.

Human Resources News

Navigating your benefits! Join TouchCare for a webinar series and raffle

Join TouchCare for a webinar and Q&A to learn more about complex benefits terminology and the importance of preventative care.

Here's what you need to know about UA's COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement Guidelines

A reminder that in accordance with President Biden's executive order requiring all employees of institutions in federal contracts to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, UAF and many UA System Office employees are required to either receive the vaccine or provide a valid medical or religious exemption.

Remember to get your flu shot! With cold winter months upon us, kids back in school and germs circulating, now is a great time to get your annual flu vaccine to help protect yourself and your family. Registration is now open for the annual Maintain Don't Gain challenge The goal of this challenge is to help you maintain healthy habits during the upcoming holiday season.

IT News

University of Alaska Banner Cloud Migration

The University of Alaska Office of Information Technology has embarked on a project that will advance the Banner enterprise resource planning ecosystem and enable increased agility and stability.

Password Tips & Advice

Passphrases (or passwords) are like house keys to your personal home online. Making your passwords as strong as possible helps keep your information secure, both at home and at University of Alaska.

Personnel News

UAF scientist wins prestigious award for Arctic research

John Walsh, a climate scientist at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, has received the Mohn Prize for his outstanding research in the Arctic.

Three UAA staff recognized with Meritorious Service Award

Ron Swartz, emergency manager of UAA's Environmental Health & Safety and Risk Management department, Tom Hennessy, affiliate professor in the College of Health and retired infectious disease and epidemiologist doctor for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Tim Edwards, director of safety with the university's Environmental Health & Safety and Risk Management department, were awarded the UAA Meritorious Service Award.

Forrest Kuiper named chief of UAF Fire Department

Forrest Kuiper has been named fire chief of the University Fire Department.

Kuiper, who has been serving as acting fire chief since July, will officially begin the role in January 2022.

Celebrating the life and legacy of Greg Myford

A message from UAA Chancellor Sean Parnell recognizing the passing of Seawolf Director of Athletics Greg Myford.

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