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 Update on Staff Unionization EffortsUA is continuing to work with the Alaska Labor Relations Agency (ALRA) regarding ongoing efforts by some staff to form a union. The University is currently determining which employees are eligible to be represented by the union if it is ultimately formed.  Coming October 1: Improved Travel Allowance Experience in ConcurStarting October 1, UA will launch an updated Travel Allowance experience in SAP Concur. Travel Allowance is the feature that determines how per diem is calculated and populated.  Stay Informed: Federal Grant & Policy Updates PageThe University of Alaska maintains a dedicated Federal Grants & Policy Updates page to help employees stay current on national developments that may impact research funding, student support, and university operations. |
 New Financial Aid and Student Account Pages in UAOnlineOn October 6, 2025, the Financial Aid and Student Accounts menu and pages in UAOnline will be upgraded to the newest version.  Town Hall Sept. 23: Scholarship Management UpdateThe UA Foundation Board of Directors has approved a formal Scholarship Management Policy, in alignment with the UA Board of Regents' Student First Attainment Framework. UA is on schedule for the new scholarship management system, AWARDED, to go live on Oct. 1, 2025.  Did you know T3 Alaska is bringing maritime career pathways to 10 coastal communities this year?The University of Alaska Fairbanks' T3 Alaska program is launching Maritime STEAMfests. These hands-on events connect high school students to careers at sea and in shipyards. The first events took place in Sitka, Wrangell, Seward, and Valdez this spring, with more scheduled this fall in Ketchikan, Kodiak, Juneau, Hoonah, Kake, and Homer. |
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Human Resources News
 Supporting Teams, Strengthening Leaders Workshop SeriesThis series of workshops is designed to enhance leadership skills by focusing on essential workplace topics and addressing common employee issues.  Collaborative Messaging Powers UA HR's Fall AchievementsSuccessful communication strategy enhances HR fall processing across UA System.  Mark your calendars for upcoming UA HolidaysThe university observes twelve holidays annually, with the next being Thursday, November 27 & Friday, November 28, 2025 for fall break. |
 Skill Up, Stress Down: A Workshop Series for Workplace WellbeingLearn effective methods for navigating a variety of situations and how to contribute to a more positive and productive work environment.  Navigating UA HR: Your Go-To Benefits ContactsSimplifying Access: Introducing the UA HR Benefits Team  Deadline: FY25 Performance Review Submissions - September 30, 2025September 30, 2025 is the final date to submit all in progress FY25 Performance Reviews. Please ensure that all submissions are completed by this deadline, including supervisor signature. |
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Personnel News
 UA Board of Regents approves resolution of appreciation for UAF Chancellor Dan WhiteAt the September 5 full board meeting in Juneau, the University of Alaska Board of Regents approved a resolution of appreciation for former UAF Chancellor Dan White. White retired from his role as Chancellor in July. |
 Kaydee Van Flein to serve as UAF's interim associate vice chancellor for student affairsThe University of Alaska Fairbanks announced on September 11 that Kaydee Van Flein will assume the role of interim associate vice chancellor for student affairs while Ali Knabe serves as interim chief of staff to Interim Chancellor Mike Sfraga. |
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