UAA Names New Director of Development
UAA hired fundraising professional Eric Melch as Director of Development to expand philanthropic support for the university.
Education
University of Alaska Regents Abolish Nonresident Tuition Surcharge
The University of Alaska Board of Regents voted to eliminate nonresident tuition, starting next year, setting rates equal to in-state tuition.
Characteristics of Leadership: Indecisiveness
Throughout 2026, this series on effective leadership interviews knowledgeable Alaskans and shares their methods of aligning values with ethical conduct. This month’s topic: when indecisive leaders paralyze an organization.
Characteristics of Leadership: Recklessness
Throughout 2026, this series on effective leadership interviews knowledgeable Alaskans and shares their methods of aligning values with ethical conduct. This month’s topic: when risk-taking crosses the line into recklessness.
Back to School: UAF Provides Housing, Education for Eielson AFB Personnel
UAF has underused dorms; the US Air Force has a housing shortage at Eielson. A $2.7 million agreement solves both problems while providing personnel with educational opportunities.
Fort Wainwright Officer Chosen as UAF Chancellor
The University of Alaska Board of Regents selected US Army Colonel Russell “Russ” Vander Lugt as the next UAF Chancellor.