College of Health News

A person dressed as Spirit the Seawolf stands in the Havelock classroom wearing black robes and holding a gavel. Behind them are celebratory balloon pillars and a slide about the dedication and grand opening. Read More

UAA opens new trial simulation courtroom for justice students

 |  Nathan Espindula  |  , ,

The John E. Havelock Trial Simulation Courtroom officially opened on the UAA campus, expanding hands-on training opportunities for students pursuing legal careers in Alaska. University faculty, staff, and students gathered on Feb. 20 to celebrate the classroom's formal dedication an opening.

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.

The Health Sciences Building sits behind several trees with golden leaves. The foreground includes a carpet of fallen leaves on the ground. Read More

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.

Philippe Amstislavski crouches in the forest, smiling. He is propping up one end of a fallen tree with mushrooms growing on it, and pointing excitedly to the mushrooms. Read More

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.