College of Health News

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UAA taps veteran Alaska medical professional as new College of Health dean

 |  Yereth Rosen, Alaska Beacon  | 

Dr. Jay Butler has been appointed dean of the UAA College of Health. He will begin his role in late Dec. 2025, bringing extensive experience in public health and infectious disease research.

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Provost Denise Runge announces Dr. Jay Butler as new dean for UAA College of Health

 |  Green & Gold News  | 

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.

Assistant Dean Brad Myrstol, Representative Andy Josephson, Chancellor Cheryl Siemers, and Senator Matt Claman stand side by side in front of a podium in the Havelock Simulation courtroom. Myrstol is holding the framed legislative citation. Read More

UAA Justice Center turns 50 – and receives a special award

 |  Alison Miller  |  , ,

The UAA Justice Center celebrated its 50th anniversary with a special legislative citation presented by Alaska state legislators. The citation recognized decades of impactful research, education, and public service in Alaska.

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Are mushrooms the future of insulation?

 |  Maxine Joselow, Washington Post  |  , ,

Philippe Amstislavski, a scientist with a passion for sustainable innovation, is pioneering the use of mycelium insulation to help Alaska’s remote communities combat extreme cold and climate change.

A dental hygiene student wearing a green long-sleeved scrub top, surgical mask, headband, and gloves prepares to floss a young child wearing a Halloween shirt and dental bib with a dinosaur on it. Read More

Keeping smiles healthy: UAA promotes good dental hygiene with annual event

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.