Actic Leadership Initiative applications now open, deadline is March 16
by Green & Gold News |
UA's Arctic Leadership Initiative (ALI) builds on the University of Alaska's 100-year foundation of Arctic research, education, and leadership to empower future generations with the skills, network, and expertise needed to help Alaska be the driver of its future in a globalized Arctic Region.
Opportunities with ALI for both students and employees are currently available. Applications are due March 16.
Student opportunities
ALI supports undergraduate and graduate students from UAF, UAA, and UAS who show leadership potential, broadly defined. You do not need prior leadership titles to apply. Applications are open for the ALI Student Cohort (2026-27), a two-term leadership experience combining seminars, mentorship, retreats and applied Arctic-focused work.
Faculty and staff opportunities
ALI invests in faculty leadership capacity across career stages, supporting interdisciplinary work and student mentorship.
Early Career Faculty (ECF) Fellows
A two-year cohort focused on leadership development, collaboration, and Arctic engagement.
Arctic Engagement Awards
Supporting innovative projects that expand the University of Alaska’s Arctic engagement and visibility.
President’s Arctic Professors
Senior faculty leaders advancing Arctic scholarship, mentorship, and national or international engagement.
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