Read the latest updates on the university budget, Board of Regents, and other major UA System news
UA System News
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Changes Coming to Mass Email Distributions
January 12, 2024
University departments sending bulk emails or newsletters using a third-party or cloud-based service (SalesForce, Constant Contact, etc.) will need to work with IT to comply with new anti-spam requirements by February 1, 2024.
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Information on the Federal Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA)
December 15, 2023
Congress passed the LDA to promote transparency in federal lobbying as thousands of organizations seek to influence the decisions and actions of the federal government. The LDA does not just impact federal lobbying firms but essentially any organization that has dedicated lobbying efforts.
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Compliance Chat #10: Device Security
December 15, 2023
Whether you're traveling for research, presenting at a conference, or collaborating face-to-face at meetings within the state, as university employees it is important that we make sure our devices and data are secure during our travels.
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Governor's proposed FY25 budget supports strategic investment in UA
December 15, 2023
Governor Dunleavy released his FY25 budget proposal on December 14. It partially funds key Board of Regents' budget priorities, including compensation, fixed cost increases, and progress toward UAF achieving Tier 1 research status.
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Asking for the Gift of Education
December 15, 2023
Instead of traditional presents, consider asking for contributions to your loved one's Alaska 529 account as a unique way to invest in their future.
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UPDATE: Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield Secures Agreement with Providence Medical Group Alaska
December 15, 2023
The University's health insurer, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield, has reached a new agreement with the affiliates of Providence Medical Group Alaska, the state's largest hospital.
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Staff Alliance offers Spring 2024 semester fee support
December 15, 2023
The UA Staff Alliance is pleased to once again offer a class fee scholarship for UA classes taken by staff that directly support their career or professional development. The scholarship, good for the 2024 Spring Semester, is for up to $250 per employee.
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Nominations open for 2024 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence
December 01, 2023
The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors is accepting nominations for the 2023 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence.
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UAS faculty and poet Emily Wall Receives 2023 Rasmuson Project Award for Literary Arts
December 01, 2023
The Rasmuson Foundation has announced its 2023 Individual Artist Awards, with poet Emily Wall receiving a project award in the category for Literary Arts.
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December 01, 2023
From road-accessible parcels near Soldotna, to remote lots with ideal hunting and fishing locations, this offering features parcels which can have a variety of uses.