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Drug Free Schools and Communities Act announcement

This annual notification provides information regarding the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989.

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Professional development funding available soon!

UA's Staff Development Fund is back.

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Did you know UAA engineers and computer scientists are using AI to decode brain signals?

A new EEG headset in UAA's AI and Robotics Lab lets researchers collect their own brain activity data and use AI to interpret it.

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UA Systemwide AI in Communications Guidelines now available

The UA System Office of Public Affairs has published the UA Systemwide AI in Communications Guidelines, developed over five months by a cross-functional working group of communications professionals from across the UA system.
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UA Bargaining Team hopes for progress during next week's negotiations with CAUSE

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$330,000 raised at UAF's 2026 Blue & Gold celebration

Donors and partners at Saturday's Blue & Gold Celebration raised $330,000 to support scholarships and other programs at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, topping last year's total by more than $15,000.

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Annual Title IX Responsible Employee notice & required training reminder

All students, employees and volunteers are required to complete the annual UA Safe Title IX Training by Oct. 31, 2026. Review training requirements, reporting responsibilities and available resources.

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UAS Sitka expands hands-on mariculture opportunities with floating lab

New facility to support seed cultivation, aquaculture and fisheries research, maritime skills and visitor education.

 

Human Resources News

 
HR Annual Notification
Reminder: How to monitor your annual required training completion

Learn how to check your Tier 1 annual required training status and ensure compliance with university requirements. 

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Women Talk Money: fall event series

Financial confidence, career insights, and life transitions.

UA health plan update: Premera and Alaska Regional Hospital contract negotiations

Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Alaska Regional Hospital (ARH) are currently engaged in contract negotiations for a new provider agreement. If a new contract is not finalized, Alaska Regional Hospital will move to out-of-network status for Premera members starting October 1, 2026.
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FY27 Biometrics Screenings are coming to you!

Information on when and how to schedule biometric screenings.

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98point6 is becoming transcarent

98point6 is transitioning to Transcarent, offering the same convenient 24/7 on-demand medical support through a new platform.

In-person Retirement Advising
In-person retirement advising

TIAA and Fidelity will return to the University of Alaska this fall. Read this article to learn about locations, dates, times, and how to book an in-person appointment.

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UA training workshop: "How to Deal with a Difficult Person"

Target Audience: Anyone wishing to improve their ability to communicate with others. Workshop will be held Oct. 22.

IT News

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Software Request process form updates

UA is streamlining the Software Request process to simplify the form while upgrading how we review vendor risk and accessibility.

Personnel News

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Legislature recognizes Holdmann for contributions to Alaska's energy future

The Alaska State Legislature recognized Gwen Holdmann, ACEP's chief scientist and founding director, for her contributions to Alaska's energy future and her leadership in building the center into a statewide resource for energy expertise.
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