Pipeline of Talent: ConocoPhillips Alaska Process Technology Support Fund
The ConocoPhillips Alaska Process Technology Support Fund helps educators address workforce demand, preparing students to operate and maintain complex industrial systems.
Education
New Academic and Administrative Leaders at UAA Campuses
UAA started the fall semester with several new leaders named to academic and administrative positions at Anchorage, Kenai, and Kodiak campuses.
Characteristics of Leadership: Incompetence
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 organizations accidentally incentivize incompetence.
UAA Names New Director of Development
UAA hired fundraising professional Eric Melch as Director of Development to expand philanthropic support for the university.
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.