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Oct. 21, 2025
Welcome to Week 9!Ìý
Huge congratulations to you on making it past the midpoint of our journey together!
You’re doing an amazing job and it’s exciting to see how far you’ve come. Take a moment
to celebrate your achievements so far. Every step counts! Remember, it’s all about
the consistent effort; there are no quick fixes. Stick to your routine, but be careful
not to fall into a rut. I know this journey can be tough, but trust me—you’re doing
fantastic and I’m really proud of you!
As we head into the next weeks, it’s normal to feel like the road is getting a bit
long. The thrilling start is behind us, and it can feel like the end is way off. But
don’t worry! We’re just a few weeks away from fall break, and then it’s a short hop
to finals and the end of the fall 2025 semester. You’ve got this!
In longer races, it’s easy to get tunnel vision and lose sight of why we started in
the first place. It’s totally normal to feel a bit worn out—our feet and minds might
be getting fatigued. The excitement of new classes, living arrangements and friendships
might start to fade as well. The daily reality can start to weigh more heavily than
the lofty ideas that got you started on this path.Ìý
So, let’s take a moment to think about your "why." Why are you here? Are you doing
this for your parents, for yourself, for a partner, for a brighter future or maybe
just for the joy of learning? Investing in your education is one of the best things
you can do for yourself. It may feel chaotic with all the homework and projects, but
each of those little tasks is a step toward your big dreams. Lean into your purpose.
That dream of yours can fuel your motivation. Nothing can stand in your way! Tired
feet and a long to-do list are just a small hill in the road. Remember, every paper,
quiz and chapter read is part of building something great. You’ve truly got this!
Take a moment to find that purpose. Lean into your "why" and feel that surge of energy—it’s
the power of your own determination! Just thinking about it might put a smile on your
face. Reconnect with your purpose. You are unstoppable
As the colder, darker and snowier days come here in the Interior, it can be tempting
to pull back on the fun activities. But it’s so important to keep the spirit of adventure
alive! Seek out new challenges; maybe find a cozy new study spot or team up with some
new friends for projects. Wherever you are, think about how you’ll stay active. Make
a plan to get outside, do something social and definitely take those well-deserved
breaks from your studies. Embrace the joy of winter! How about planning some sledding,
taking a stroll to catch the aurora or checking out events through ? Dive in and try something new!
If you are a student using veteran education benefits and plan to pursue coursework
in spring 2026, you have two upcoming opportunities for streamlined registration.
First, VA-funded, degree-seeking students can participate in priority registration
beginning on Monday, Oct. 27. Open enrollment for all students begins on Nov. 3, so
take advantage of this early opportunity! Second, if you need a little more time to
sort out your spring schedule, you can join UAF's chapter of Student Veterans of America
and a dedicated team of academic advisors on Veterans Day (Nov. 11) in the Department
of Military and Veteran Services office in Rasmuson 403, near the 24-hour study lounge,
for a personalized, one-stop advising and registration event to get you set for spring
term. There will be breakfast and lunch spreads to help mark the holiday, and at 11:11
a.m., we'll pay tribute to each of you and the rest of the veterans in our community.
Don't miss these great chances to launch your spring semester the right way!Ìý
Things to do:
Do your UA Safe Title IX Training, which is required for all students, employees, and volunteers and must be completed
by Oct. 31, 2025.
The is available on UAOnline.
Have you seen the aurora? Do you know that there’s an created and hosted by our very own ? This coming weekend looks promising for aurora viewing!
Have a great ninth week of classes here at UAF!
As ever, if you’d care to share your ideas for what we could be doing better, please
share! You can find me at obguthrie@alaska.edu.
—ÌýOwen Guthrie, vice chancellor for student affairs and enrollment management
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