Due to unsafe road conditions for Anchorage and surrounding areas, UAA’s Anchorage campus will be on a delayed start today, Thursday, Dec. 4. Campus will open at 10 a.m. to allow for safer travel.
University of Alaska Anchorage School of Allied Health
UAA School of Allied Health
The mission of the School of Allied Health at the University of Alaska Anchorage is
to educate and develop allied health professionals to serve all Alaskans.
School of allied health
As part of the College of Health at the University of Alaska Anchorage, the School
of Allied Health is home to training programs and facilities for allied health professionals.
Allied health programs are specifically designed to prepare graduates for work in
rewarding careers in Alaska's rapidly growing health care industry. In addition to
instruction by allied health professionals, most programs provide experiential education
with students working alongside health professionals in real-work situations.
The School of Allied Health also offers continuing educational opportunities for experienced
professionals who are in need of a refresher course or looking to expand their earning
potential in the job field.
Elaina Mack, a senior kinesiology major from King Cove, broke school records with 10 successful three-point shots in the Seawolves game against Northwest U. Mack scored a total of 41 points over the course of the game.
Dr. Jay Butler has been selected as the next dean for the College of Health following a months-long search. He brings decades of public health leadership experience in Alaska and nationally.
At the fifth annual Cares for Kids event, dental hygiene students provided free dental care to children ages 3-17 while also gaining valuable hands-on experience.
On September 27, the women’s volleyball team invited faculty to join them on the court for Faculty & Staff Appreciation Night. Among the honorees were four standout educators from the College of Health, each nominated by students.
The School of Allied Health is home to two clubs at UAA. Learn more about the Medical
Laboratory Science Club and Pre-Pharmacy Club by visiting the Student Opportunities
page.
The School of Allied Health provides a variety of scholarship opportunities for allied
health students. Learn more about the UAA School of Allied Health Administration Scholarship,
Second Chance Scholarship, Alaska Pharmacists Association Pharmacy Technician Scholarship,
and Alaska Pharmacists Association Pre-Pharmacy Scholarships available.