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Updates and Resources on Federal Executive Actions

Since January 20, 2025, Executive Orders and other guidance issued represent a shift in federal priorities. These changes can potentially impact awarded projects and those awaiting funding from federal agencies or sponsors. UA's Federal Relations Team, General Counsel, and senior system leadership are aware of the disruptions that these changes are causing, and we are monitoring the situation as it evolves.

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Legislature Continues Work on Budget while Examining State's Fiscal Picture

The third week of the 2025 legislative session saw continued hearings on the FY26 budget, as well as presentations focused on the challenging fiscal environment the state is facing. Lawmakers, particularly those on each of the finance committees, are grappling with the news that previous budget balancing methods may not be sufficient to cover costs in the upcoming fiscal year.

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UA Board of Regents will hear public testimony Feb. 18

The University of Alaska Board of Regents will be hearing public testimony on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. To testify, please call 1-866-831-8713.

 

 
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The 2025 State of the University - January 30, 2025

The 2025 State of the University Address was be held at noon in Juneau on January 30, 2025 during the Alaska Chamber Legislative Fly-in. The full video of the speech was posted online and is available for viewing.

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UA Reaches Tentative Agreement on New Agreement with UNAC Bargaining Team

The TA'd agreement includes substantially higher salary minimums for all UNAC members, and across-the-board increases of 2.75%, 3%, and 3.25% for FY26, FY27, and FY28, respectively. It also maintains the status quo employee health benefit cost share of 82% employer, 18% employee.

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Making Your Campus More Inclusive: Strategies for Including Students with Intellectual Disability

Colleges and universities across the county have opened their doors to college students with intellectual disability by developing inclusive postsecondary education (IPSE) programs. Gain valuable information about how you can better include students with intellectual disabilities via your unique role on campus through this 2-hour virtual training event, which includes time for questions.

Human Resources News

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UPDATE - State of Alaska Cybersecurity Issues Impacting Retirement Contributions

On 2/7/2025, the University of Alaska (UA) was informed that the Division of Retirement and Benefits payroll reporting application is back online. The Division is now implementing a phased approach to bring all Division employers back online and process the backlog of plan contributions (both employee and employer).

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Did You Know... You Don't Have to Wait for Your W-2?

Paper W-2 forms were mailed out last week, but you can access your W-2 immediately through UAOnline--no waiting required.

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February Development Spotlight: Elevate your Career!

This month the UA HR Talent Acquisition and Development Team presents two collections focused on career development, advancement, and mobility to help you enhance your career or assist in coaching growth of your staff.
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Meet the Human Resources Leadership Team

The HR leadership team met up in Anchorage for their mid-year strategy session on January 27 & 28 to review FY25 and strategize for FY26.

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Communicating the Tough Stuff to Your Child: Drugs, Alcohol, Sex and Peer Pressure (Feb. 13th)

It can be tough to be a teenager today--and tough to be a parent of a teenager. This workshop helps parents learn communication methods to talk to their teens.

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February Benefit News

All benefit-eligible employees are encouraged to stay up to date on valuable information from the benefits team.

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Workshop Series: Mental Health & Emotional Well-being

A workshop series to focus on mental and emotional well-being.

Personnel News

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Governor Appoints Christine Resler to UA Board of Regents

She currently serves as President and CEO of ASRC Energy Services (AES), the largest energy solutions company in Alaska and a subsidiary of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation. Her term will run from 2025 to 2033.

 
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Katie Bender Named Director of Marketing and Communications at UAA

The University of Alaska Anchorage has appointed Katie Bender, MPA '10, as the new Director of Marketing and Communications, effective February 25, 2025.

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Lisa Slaba new executive assistant and advisor to UAF chancellor

In this role, Slaba reports directly to Chancellor Daniel White and provides in-depth assistance to the chancellor on the administration and operations of UAF.

 
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The University of Alaska is an equal opportunity/equal access employer and educational institution. The university is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.