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 Title IX training due October 31UA Safe Title IX Training is required, and must be completed by October 31, 2025. UA/UAA/UAS employees must access the training through Blackboard, while UAF employees should do so through Canvas.  Campus Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 (Clery Act) and Campus Fire Safety Right-to-Know Act 2008The purpose of both acts is to inform students and employees of the incidents of crime and fire and the policies and procedures to prevent crime and fire or to report occurrences of crime or fire at institutions of higher education.  $315,000 raised at 2025 Blue & Gold CelebrationDonors and sponsors at Saturday's Blue & Gold Celebration contributed more than $315,000 to support scholarships for University of Alaska Fairbanks students, nearly doubling the amount raised in 2024.  Onboarding Continues for the AWARDED Scholarship Management SystemThe transition to AWARDED took place on Oct. 1 and represents a significant advancement in how UA manages scholarships and brings greater efficiency, transparency and equity to the process.  Did you know UAF just released a feature documentary celebrating 100 years of Nanooks hockey?A new feature-length documentary from the University of Alaska Fairbanks marks 100 years of Nanooks hockey, revisiting the team's rivalries, traditions, and the broader role the sport has played in Alaska communities. |
 Save the date: systemwide town hall, Monday, October 13, 2025University of Alaska systemwide staff, students and faculty are invited to a virtual Town Hall with UA President Pat Pitney and other university leaders on Monday, October 13 from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. via Zoom and livestream.  Update your emergency notification preferencesThe UA Alert notification system is used to release information about emergencies (incidents) that may disrupt university operations.  Update on Staff Unionization EffortsThe Latest: The Alaska Labor Relations Agency (ALRA) has scheduled a hearing for December 8-10, 2025, with the University of Alaska (UA) and Coalition of Alaskan University for Staff Equity (CAUSE).  Stay informed on weather closures or delaysNow is a great time to make sure your contact information is current, especially your phone number(s) in UAOnline.  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. To help with the transition, we have created and posted new resources, including a video on how to navigate the new pages. |
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IT News
 New University GenAI policies and guidelines now availableUA's OIT has released new GenAI policies and resources to help employees navigate this fast-moving technology.
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 Annual Security Awareness Training AnnouncementIt's Security Awareness Training season again! This year we are pleased to announce that our training will be delivered via our new training platform, KnowBe4.
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Human Resources News
 FY26 Staff Annual Performance Evaluations underway!Staff performance evaluations are due annually by June 30th. It is UA's goal that 100% of staff members receive an annual evaluation  Development Spotlight: Stress less, focus more, feel better at workThis month's collection is designed to support your well-being by offering practical, easy-to-use strategies for managing stress. |
 Family Medical Leave Support at UAThe management and support of Family Medical Leave is coming back in-house. The new online portal tool is supported by the leading industry vendor, AbsenceSoft.  Sustaining Success Through Well-Being Workshop SeriesThe UA HR Talent Acquisition & Development department is pleased to present two different series of workshops for the 2025-2026 academic year, focusing on areas of professional and personal development. |
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Personnel News
 UAS School of Education Honored with National Frank Murray Leadership AwardUAS is the first institution in Alaska to receive this distinction, and is among a small group of providers nationwide to be recognized in this way. |
 UAF Chancellor search updateThe UAF Chancellor Search Committee has an update to share on the committee's recent progress. |
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