Announcements of UA system leadership changes, employee recognition and personnel news.
Personnel News
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UA Foundation Elects New Officers, Recognizes Outgoing Board Members and Welcomes New Board Members
January 12, 2024
At the December 13, 2023, Board of Directors meeting of the University of ½ûÂþÌìÌÃFoundation recognized outgoing members as well as incoming members.
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Teri Cothren Wins 2023 PACE Economic Development Award
January 12, 2024
Teri Cothren, the Associate Vice President of Workforce Development at the University of Alaska, has been awarded the 2023 PACE Economic Development Award by the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE).
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Kate Ripley appointed interim director of development
December 15, 2023
Previously, Ripley served as director of UAF Alumni Relations, and as UA Public Affairs director.
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Campus Director Dr. Reid Brewer retires from Kenai Peninsula College's Kachemak Bay Campus
December 15, 2023
Dr. Reid Brewer will take up a NOAA position at Kasitsna Bay Lab.
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UAS Ketchikan Director Dr. Priscilla Schulte is to retire
December 01, 2023
After 43 years of service to the University of ½ûÂþÌìÌÃSoutheast, Dr. Priscilla Schulte announced plans to retire after the 2023 fall semester.
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December 01, 2023
In this role, she will help to guide and support the implementation of the ½ûÂþÌìÌÃNative Success Initiative (ANSI) Strategic Plan. She will also focus on strengthening relationships between UA and ½ûÂþÌìÌÃNative partners.
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Janet Hart Joins the University of ½ûÂþÌìÌÃFoundation as Manager of Public Relations
November 17, 2023
Janet has nearly 25 years of experience in public relations, marketing, communications, fund development, and reputation management for major nonprofits.
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UAA Announces New Director of Native Student Services
November 17, 2023
Jason Hotch has been appointed UAA's next director of Native Student Services. Hotch will be responsible for promoting student engagement, belonging and resiliency among ½ûÂþÌìÌÃNative, Indigenous and rural students, providing leadership, vision and support to the NSS team.
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Theresa Bakker appointed interim executive director of University Advancement
November 03, 2023
She will lead UAF's development, alumni relations, communications and marketing activities.
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Van Flein to serve as ORCA executive director
October 06, 2023
As executive director, Van Flein will oversee Clery, Title IX, Title VII, ADA and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act compliance, student accountability and Student CARE team, and misconduct investigations outlined under Board of Regents’ Policy.