College of Health News

Elaina Mack wears her UAA jersey (#20) and stands holding the Alaska State Flag by the upper corners behind her back. Read More

Kinesiology major Elaina Mack shatters Seawolf record in rout over Northwest

 |  Tyler Lane, Alaska's News Source  |  , , ,

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.

Panelists connect via Zoom during the “A Lived Experience with Disabilities” session, offering personal testimonies and professional insights that helped students better understand the realities and opportunities within disability-related care. Read More

UAA College of Health Kicks Off 2025–2026 Interprofessional Education Series on “A Lived Experience with Disabilities”

 |  Kevin Bennett  |  ,

Recently, on November 7, the UAA College of Health’s Interprofessional Education (IPE) Committee launched its 2025–2026 event series with a session focused on “A Lived Experience with Disabilities.”

Dr. Jay Butler wears a suit and smiles at the camera against a dark gray backdrop. Read More

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.

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.