UAA is the premier university in the heart of Alaska's largest city with campuses throughout Southcentral Alaska. Where culture, innovation and adventure converge, the unique locations provide unparalleled access to industry connections, Arctic research, outdoor recreation and more, facilitating once-in-a-lifetime experiences, groundbreaking education and impactful careers.
The University of Alaska Anchorage transforms lives with over 150 academic certificate and degree programs, student-focused support services, and a dedicated and talented faculty.
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From 13 competitive NCAA teams to recreation and intramural and club sports, students have the opportunity to excel in athletics at every level. The Alaska Airlines Center and Seawolf Sports Complex offer recreation as well as hosting community events and concerts. Students can take advantage of cheering for SeawolfNation with free tickets to many games.
UAA is a hub for cutting-edge theoretical and applied research in health, engineering, and the physical and social sciences. In nearly every discipline, undergraduate and graduate students have the opportunity to join research teams and collaborate with experienced faculty mentors.
Explore the wide variety of services and resources available at UAA to help promote your academic and personal success and well-being. From academic advising to student clubs and residence life, we're here to help you have an amazing university experience.
UAA is located in the ancestral homelands of the Dena'ina, Ahtna, Alutiiq/Sugpiak, and Eyak/dAXunhyuu Peoples. Alaska Native academic programs at UAA provide an in-depth perspective on contemporary languages, cultures, history, politics, art, governments and corporations. Alaska Native student support programs provide centers for belonging across UAA.
October 09, 2024
Alaska Anchorage will make its first road trip of the season when it plays a pair of games at Miami (Ohio) in Oxford, Ohio this weekend (Oct. 11-12).
October 08, 2024
Spooky season is upon us and that means it is time for the Halloween Pet Photo Contest! UAA Employee Experience's Synergy Groups want to see your adorable (and maybe spooky) pets all dressed up in their Halloween finest!
Wrap-up homecoming week with other employees at the Varsity Sports Grill! Celebrate the spirit of UAA colleagues, friends, and family at the Varsity Sports Grill. Enjoy delicious low-priced food with a la carte options.
Professor Ronald Spatz, a long-serving faculty member, will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award in the Arts at the 2024 Governor's Arts and Humanities Awards ceremony, Oct. 29 in Anchorage.
Work, family and personal life responsibilities can feel overwhelming, and it sometimes seems as if a 24-hour day simply is not long enough to get everything done.
October 07, 2024
The CAS Community Lecture Series presents 'Caribou and the Arctic on Uncertain Ground' with Seth Kantner and Dr. Paddy Sullivan, Oct. 30
Outside hitters Bethany Tuchardt, Katie Birtcil and Tia Allen combined for 35 kills and took turns delivering late-set heroics Saturday, lifting the Alaska Anchorage volleyball team to a 25-22, 18-25, 25-23, 27-25 victory over Seattle Pacific at Royal Brougham Pavilion.
Graduate School Dean Mary Jo Finney, Ph.D., is hosting an even for faculty, Oct. 17. Effective communication is one of UAA’s core competencies and, as such, speaking and listening are essential skills to cultivate.
No. 1 Denver scored four power-play goals to defeat Alaska Anchorage 6-2 in the regular season-opener for both squads Saturday night.
On Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, Seawolf Dining hosted the UAA Spirit Run, a 5K event at the Alaska Airlines Center that raised $2,914 for the UAA Food Insecurity Fund.