Welcome to Political Science at UAF
A political science education makes our political system knowable, and is thus invaluable for developing engaged citizens who seek positive change in our world. The Political Science Department at UAF offers an array of cutting edge classes focusing on international and domestic security, resource governance, democracy, and reconciliation in settler societies. Our graduates go on to pursue a variety of exciting careers upon graduation, in the Alaska state or federal bureaucracy, the Alaska Legislature, or in the private sector working for non-governmental organizations or as lawyers or members of the media.
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Department of Political Science Contact Information
Email: uaf-polisci-dept@alaska.edu
Phone: 907-474-7126
Fax: 907-474-5247
Physical address:
1747 South Chandalar Drive
Gruening Building, Room 603 C/D
Fairbanks, AK 99775
Mailing address:
UAF Department of Political Science
PO Box 756420
Fairbanks, AK 99775
Jeremy Speight, PhD
Associate Professor of Political Science
Office: Gruening Building, Room 602A
Email: jspeight@alaska.edu
Phone: 907-474-6505
Laura Schneider
Office: Gruening Building, Room 605
Email: uaf-polisci-dept@alaska.edu
Phone: 907-474-7126
At times, navigating your way through college can be tricky. That’s why we have two comprehensive academic advisors to help you out.
Our CLA Comprehensive Academic Advisors, Dan Darrow and Grace Carroll can assist with registration, petitions, change of major requests, and answer any number of questions related to the college experience. Advising appointments are available in person, via telephone, over zoom or via email.

Dan Darrow
CLA Lead Comprehensive Academic Advisor
College of Liberal Arts
Gruening Building, Room 503 G
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However, if you are not a current UAF student, please send Dan an email to schedule your appointment.
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Grace Carroll
CLA Comprehensive Academic Advisor
College of Liberal Arts
Gruening Building, Room 503 F
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However, if you are not a current UAF student, please send Grace an email to schedule your appointment.
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