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UA President Pat Pitney announces key leaders of Arctic Leadership Initiative

President Pat Pitney today announced a cohort of leaders called "President's Arctic Professors," as a part of the university's new Arctic Leadership Initiative.

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Notice: UA salaries are public data

This is a semi-annual notification that certain information about your employment with the University of Alaska is subject to the Alaska Public Records Act and will be released when public records requests are made.
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Did you know UA's cracking the code of the past with a brand-new radiocarbon dating lab?

UAF is set to pioneer advanced isotopic research and innovation with the launch of its first radiocarbon dating laboratory on the Troth Yeddha' Campus, thanks to a $3.5 million federal grant secured by Sen. Lisa Murkowski.

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Compliance Chat Series: AI social engineering

In the constantly changing landscape of cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence (AI) wields power that is both awe-inspiring and deeply unsettling With its ability to automate processes and employ stealthy techniques, AI has dramatically raised the stakes in the world of cybersecurity.

Human Resources News
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Workshop: becoming a better listener

Statistics show that people remember only half of what they hear, even moments after they've heard it.

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Short-term disability process changes

Timesheets changes for employees receiving short-term disability insurance payments.

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Check your benefits!

Check your FY25 benefit enrollment on UAOnline!

 
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Mark your calendars for upcoming UA Holidays

This year, the Independence Day holiday encompasses both July 4th and 5th.

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Wellness program ends June 30!

If you are on a UA Choice medical plan, remember to complete your Wellness activity points by June 30, 2024!

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Family and medical leave reporting: timing requirement changes

There will be changes to new family and medical leave claims and reporting intermittent hours beginning on July 1, 2024.

IT News
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Phish of the Month: June

An interesting and somewhat clever scam email recently made the rounds at University of Alaska. It arrived in UA inboxes using an assortment of emails. Here's the breakdown.

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Introducing the UAOnline Employee Dashboard

One of the first new features coming to UAOnline starting June 24 is the Employee Dashboard. With this upgrade, employees will be able to see many employment details directly on the dashboard without needing to navigate through a series of menus.
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Simplified direct deposit management in UAOnline

UAOnline users can now view and manage their payroll direct deposit information in UAOnline, along with their direct deposit details for reimbursements, financial aid, or refunds.

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New Version of the UA Software Request Process: Launching July 22!

We're excited to announce the upcoming release of Version 3 of the UA Software Request application. Starting July 22nd, you'll notice several improvements which were inspired by your continued feedback.

Personnel News
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UA Foundation President Dr. Tod Burnett resigns

Two weeks ago, Board of Directors Chair Meg Nordale and UA President Pitney accepted UA Foundation President Dr. Tod Burnett's resignation, effective June 30, 2024.

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Bishop appointed dean of UAF Community and Technical College

Bishop succeeds Bryan Uher, who has served as interim dean since the retirement of Michele Stalder last July. Bishop will assume the role on June 24.

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UAF research scientist selected as Fulbright Scholar to Finland

Euskirchen is one of more than 800 U.S. citizens who will conduct research or teach abroad through the Fulbright Program for the 2024-2025 academic year. 

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Diane O'Brien named director of the Institute of Arctic Biology

Diane O'Brien has been named director of the University of Alaska Fairbanks Institute of Arctic Biology. O'Brien, a professor of biology and wildlife, has served as interim director since 2021.

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UAF NW Campus Director Barbara Amarok Retires

Barbara Amarok, Director of the University of Alaska Fairbanks Northwest Campus (UAF NW), retired on Friday, May 31. Amarok served as Director of the Nome-based campus since June 2019.

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Theresa Quiner awarded UAF Chancellor's Cornerstone Award

Theresa Quiner, the Kuskokwim Consortium Library Director at the Kuskokwim Campus in Nome has received the UAF Chancellor's Cornerstone Award.
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