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Middle schools to compete in Alaska Science Olympiad
February 19, 2024
The Alaska Science Olympiad will convene Feb. 23-24 at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø.
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Research: Home heating fuels Fairbanks direct sulfate pollution
February 19, 2024
Use of residential heating fuel is the main contributor of primary sulfate pollution in Fairbanks' wintertime air, according to research conducted during an international science program in the community in 2022.
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Study aims to understand cognitive decline in older dogs
February 16, 2024
A ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researcher has launched a study of cognitive decline in older Alaska dogs.
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Scientists, others to discuss impact of beaver movement into Arctic
February 16, 2024
Scientists and others from remote communities across western Alaska and northern Canada concerned about the migration of beavers into the Arctic will gather at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø later this month.
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Ice fog not often a part of northern life
February 15, 2024
An old friend -- a character not seen in these parts for a few years -- showed up last week in Fairbanks.
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UAF to host engineering open house Feb. 24
February 15, 2024
The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Engineering and Mines will host its annual Engineering Open House on Saturday, Feb. 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Master gardener classes scheduled in Fairbanks
February 15, 2024
Registration is open for spring master gardener classes in Fairbanks. The classes teach the fundamentals of gardening. Topics covered include botany, soil science, entomology, greenhouse design and management, organic and conventional fertilization, lawn care, vegetable-growing techniques specific to Alaska, and more.
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Alaska certified pesticide applicators workshop set
February 13, 2024
The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Cooperative Extension Service will host a two-day continuing education course for Alaska certified pesticide applicators, arborists and landscape professionals.
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The rusting of northern Alaska streams
February 08, 2024
During these late winter days, researchers who are studying the rusty discoloration of northern Alaska streams are prepping for summer field trips.
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UAF Business Leader of the Year nominations due March 10
February 08, 2024
Nominations are being accepted for the 2024 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Business Leader of the Year award. The award, presented by the UAF ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Business and Security Management, honors a person who has demonstrated leadership, business acumen, community engagement and educational support at any level.
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Museum will celebrate Black Alaskans' experiences at free event Feb. 9
February 02, 2024
The University of Alaska Museum of the North will host a free public event to celebrate the diverse narratives of Black Alaskans on Friday, Feb. 9, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The celebration will showcase "Black in Alaska: Interior Edition," a multimedia exhibit that examines the rich history and experience of Black life in Alaska through storytelling.
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Alaska is still good at making cold
February 01, 2024
Moments after I bashed some sheet rock with a hammer to expose my home's water pipes to warmer air, I logged in to see another Special Weather Statement. A meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Fairbanks wrote: "After a brief 'warm-up' from the bitterly cold temperatures recently, another prolonged cold-snap will return to the Interior."
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Food protection manager course offered Feb. 27
January 31, 2024
The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Cooperative Extension Service will offer a certified food protection manager training on Tuesday, Feb. 27, with proctors for testing available in 16 communities.
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Museum programs highlight Alaska stories in February
January 31, 2024
The University of Alaska Museum of the North will highlight Alaska stories during family programs in February.
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Registration open for museum sleepover
January 30, 2024
Registration is now open for the University of Alaska Museum of the North's sleepover for kids ages 7-13 with an adult. The event is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 16. It begins at 7 p.m. and runs through 9 a.m. the next day.
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