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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.
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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 courses, minors, certificates and degrees. Alaska Native student support programs provide centers for belonging across UAA.
December 08, 2025
Dear UA Employees, As we approach winter break and the holiday season, it’s essential to stay informed about updated timesheet deadlines and holiday schedules to ensure smooth payroll operations.
Jess Stevens, M.S. candidate in Biology will present 'A Beginner’s Guide to Stable Isotope Analysis in Trophic Ecology: An Open Educational Resource' on Dec. 11.
Corvallis, Oregon (Dec. 7) – Sophomore forward Mahaila Harrison scored 15 points and center Lillee Duffin grabbed 11 rebounds Sunday as the UAA women’s basketball team lost 69-53 to Oregon State at Gill Coliseum.
Grad cap decorating will be available throughout the week at the Alumni Center.
The Center for Community Engagement & Learning (CCEL) is offering consultation for community-engaged projects on Dec. 12.
Seawolf Dining, together with their partners at Catholic Social Services of Alaska and Brother Francis Shelter, is proud to share the success of the 2025 Spoonful of Support winter gear drive.
Winter Teaching Academy (WTA) is an annual faculty professional development event where hundreds of faculty across disciplines and campuses gather to learn about the latest and best teaching strategies, course design tips, and more. This year, WTA will focus on helping faculty convert their Blackboard Original courses to Blackboard Ultra.
As a neonatal nurse practitioner at Providence Alaska Children’s Hospital and adjunct faculty member for the UAA School of Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice alumna and graduate student hooding ceremony speaker for the fall Class of 2025 Stacy Brunquist weaves education into everything she does — training new caregivers, guiding parents learning to care for their newborns, and sharing knowledge with professionals from Utqiaġvik to Sitka.
Themed around AI, the latest issue of UAA’s premier publication showcases stories that explore how UAA and its alumni are navigating the rapidly evolving technology.
December 05, 2025
A cheese and wine class with Chef Riza Brown will be available in the spring 2026 semester.