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.
January 17, 2023
Seawolf Dining new hours for spring semester!
Creekside Eatery will be open for Late Night starting Sunday, Jan 22. Open from 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Students with a meal plan (bring a guest!) can enjoy burgers, sandwiches, and snacks paired with salads, fries, tater tots and more!
We’re excited for another #49HoursForAlaska and hope you are too! Giving Day 2023 kicks off 49 hours of celebration and giving on Feb. 22. UAA, UAF, UAS and UA Foundation are joining together and invite the UA community to show their university pride and give to the area that they care about most.
January 13, 2023
Black history in Alaska is not widely known and dates back more than a century. Black men and women have played a significant role in shaping our state’s history. In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. and Alaska Civil Rights Day, we chatted about the importance of honoring Black History in Alaska with Ian Hartman, associate professor in UAA's Department of History.
January 12, 2023
The graduate public health programs at UAA have been continuously accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). As we approach the 20th anniversary of UAA’s MPH program, the university is participating in a regularly scheduled accreditation review and site visit April 13-14, 2023.
Happy New Year from UAA Parking Services! Please note that you will need a permit to park on campus beginning Tuesday, Jan. 17, Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m. If you did not purchase a 2022-2023 annual permit, it’s time to purchase a new semester permit at the Permit Store!
UAA Pride Center Grand Opening, Tuesday, Jan. 17, 4-6 p.m. in the Student Union. This incredible evening event will include guest performances, speeches and ribbon cutting!
January 11, 2023
If you are in need of a 1-credit upper-division course in order to graduate, look no further! The Culinary Arts Department offers a variety of 1-credit CA A490 courses that are open to all students.
UAA Emergency Management will be holding an informative training session on Friday, Feb. 3 on winter weather safety. This training will be one among a series of emergency management related topic sessions. Additional information will be provided closer to the date of the training.