UAA Implements New Solutions to Keep Students Connected During COVID
Claudia Lampman, vice provost for student success and professor of psychology at UAA, explains how the university has keep student connected throughout the pandemic.
Tag: Op-Ed
Op-Ed: University of Alaska Is One of Our State’s Greatest Assets
AEDC President and CEO Bill Pop explains how the University of Alaska is uniquely positioned to help support workers and businesses in the post-COVID-19 economy.
Op Ed: Tourism Needs Your Help
“As more people are vaccinated, we could see more Americans ready to travel—and travel safely—this summer,” writes a group of visitor bureau leaders. “But as you’ve no doubt seen, Alaska’s tourism businesses face a lot of challenges between now and recovery. As Alaskans working in tourism, we have our work cut out for us.”
Anchorage Police Department Celebrates 100 Years of Service in 2021
A lot has changed since APD’s humble beginnings as a one-man department in 1921.
Op-Ed: More Respect for Your Hometown University, Please
Cathy Sandeen, outgoing UAA chancellor, speaks of the deep ties UAA has to the community.
Op-Ed: The Future of the EVOS Trust Should Be Determined by and for the People
According to Koniag President Shauna Hegna and Chugach Alaska President and CEO Sheri Buretta, it’s time to talk about the future of the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trust—what it should benefit and preserve, as well as what it shouldn’t.
Op-Ed: Taking a Stand for the Chugach Shareholders, Communities, and Region
Chugach Alaska Corporation President and CEO Sheri Buretta supports a proposal for the remaining $150 million in the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trust that would allow for permanent restoration work in the spill zone—and is calling on the public to make their support heard as well.
Op-Ed: UAA Aviation Programs Give Students the Edge to Become Leaders in Their Field
Northern Air Cargo General Manager Gideon Garcia shares his insight on how UAA’s aviation programs are supporting the state’s workforce and businesses.
Op-Ed: Shopping Small for 2020 Holiday Season Needed More Than Ever
SBA Pacific Northwest Regional Administrator Jeremy Field stresses the importance of supporting small businesses this holiday shopping season.
Op-Ed: Investment in Downtown Anchorage Supports Our City’s Future
Former Senator Mark Begich shares views on the importance of continued investment in downtown Anchorage even (and especially) in these tough times.