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Angus Gavin Migratory Bird Research Grant Applications Due by January 17, 2025

December 17, 2024

Fairbanks, AK - Scientists within the ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å (ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åF, ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åA, ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åS), including graduate students and faculty members, are invited to apply for the Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant (Gavin Grant). Applications may be submitted through Friday, January 17, for 2025 field season proposals. The selection committee will make award selections between $15,000 - $30,000 for one or more applicants.

Nominations open until Dec. 19, for 2025 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence

November 22, 2024

The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors is accepting nominations through Dec. 19, 2024, for the 2025 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence. The prize, which includes a $20,000 award, is presented to an individual who demonstrates excellence in support of the University of Alaska.

Associated General Contractors makes $200,000 gift to boost University of Alaska construction workforce education

November 19, 2024

The Associated General Contractors of Alaska (AGC) made a significant, $200,000 gift to the University of Alaska’s (ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å) Construction Management Workforce Initiative. University of Alaska President Pat Pitney accepted the gift at AGC’s annual conference last week.

For Alaska Campaign Demonstrates How Generosity Changes Lives

September 26, 2024

The University of Alaska (ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å) celebrates the impact of the For Alaska fundraising campaign on post-secondary education and training in Alaska. Gifts from 21,777 individuals, businesses and foundations over the eight-year campaign have strengthened student experiences and ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å’s mission of teaching, research and public service.

2024 Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant

August 30, 2024

Fairbanks, AK - University of Alaska Fairbanks Research Professional Stephanie Crawford is the 2024 recipient of the University of Alaska Foundation Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant (Gavin Grant).

ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åF's Dr. Jaunelle Celaire receives the 2024 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence

August 15, 2024

The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors has awarded the 2024 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence to Dr. Jaunelle Celaire, ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åF professor of voice.

Tlisa A. Northcutt, CFRE, appointed Interim University of Alaska Foundation President

July 01, 2024

The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors has appointed Tlisa Northcutt as interim president of the ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Foundation and chief development officer for the ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å system, effective July 1, 2024, following the resignation of President Tod A. Burnett.

Fourth annual ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Giving Day reaches new heights

March 29, 2024

The University of Alaska system just wrapped up the most successful ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Giving Day in its history, capturing over 2,050 supporters in 49 hours and becoming the biggest single fundraising event in ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å history, with over $1.3 million in funds raised.

OPINION: ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åA creates opportunity for Alaska students -- and the data shows it

December 13, 2023

Across the Lower 48, universities are immersed in questions over cost, campus discourse and politics. In Alaska, we have a different story to tell. The University of Alaska Anchorage provides high-quality, affordable education for Alaskans.

Nominations open for 2024 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence

November 21, 2023

The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors is accepting nominations for the 2023 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence. The prize, which includes a $20,000 award, is presented to an individual who demonstrates excellence in support of the University of Alaska.

Dr. Jessica Black receives 2023 Bullock Prize

September 14, 2023

The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors has awarded the 2023 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence to Dr. Jessica Black. The Bullock Prize is awarded annually to a member of the university community in recognition that a truly great university grows as a result of personal commitments to excellence.

ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åA’s Dr. Berry Awarded the Caven Professorship in Business and Finance

September 01, 2023

The University of Alaska Foundation has awarded Dr. Kevin Berry, University of Alaska Anchorage associate professor of economics, the Harold T. Caven Professorship in Business and Finance for his work in the economics of sustainability.

2023 Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant Awarded

June 20, 2023

Julie Schram, Ph.D., an assistant professor of animal physiology at University of Alaska Southeast, is the recipient of the 2023 Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant.

Slivka Joins ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Foundation as CFO

May 12, 2023

The University of Alaska (ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å) Foundation announces the appointment of Alex Slivka as chief financial officer (CFO). He began in his new role on May 1, 2023.

Rollover Retirement Income and Support ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å

April 17, 2023

If you are 70.5 or older, the SECURE Act 2.0 provides a new way to use your IRA for lifetime income while supporting the University of Alaska.

ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Giving Day sets new record

February 24, 2023

The University of Alaska system wrapped up the most successful ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Giving Day in its history, raising over $1.3 million in 49 hours.

We need you to be a giving day champion

January 19, 2023

The university system is gearing up for the third annual ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Giving Day - 49 Hours for Alaska, taking place February 22 - 23.

ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Foundation releases new strategic plan

January 18, 2023

The strategic planning process resulted in updated mission, vision and values for the organization, and four strategic priorities to guide the philanthropic efforts of the foundation.

Libby Roderick receives 2022 Bullock Prize

January 13, 2023

The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors has awarded the 2022 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence to Libby Roderick. Roderick, who has been a ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åA staff member since 2006, is the director of the Difficult Dialogues Initiative and associate director of the Center for Advancing Faculty Excellence. Roderick received the award Wednesday during the Foundation's board meeting in Fairbanks.

ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Foundation Announces New Directors

December 16, 2022

Ben Roth, Dave Karp, John Burns, Melissa Reiser and Tammy Kosa will join the board of directors.

Inspiring a New Generation of Medical Professionals

December 14, 2022

Improving the health of Alaskans was a family affair for Grace and Henry Akiyama. The commitment to the health of Juneau and Southeast Alaska residents continues through the Akiyama Family Endowed Scholarship.

Love, Logging and Legacy

December 14, 2022

Through named endowments, stories about individual Alaskans are remembered and retold forever. The Clarence and Verle Kramer Memorial Endowment honors a family who helped shape the state's logging industry.

Need Named Outstanding Professional in Philanthropy

November 15, 2022

Congratulations to Harry Need, CFRE, Senior Director of Philanthropic Services at the University of Alaska Foundation. Today he was named Outstanding Professional in Philanthropy by his peers within Association of Fundraising Professionals AFP Alaska Chapter.

Nominations Open for 2023 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence Page Title

November 11, 2022

The University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors is accepting nominations for the 2023 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence. The prize, which includes a $20,000 award, is presented to an individual who demonstrates excellence in support of the University of Alaska.

Gavin Migratory Bird Research Grant Applications Due by December 12

November 11, 2022

Scientists within the University of Alaska system, including graduate students and faculty members, are eligible to apply for the Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant that is now open for 2023 field season proposals. The application deadline is December 12, 2022. There are two $15,000 awards available.

Northrim Bank makes a major investment in ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å's three universities

June 16, 2022

A major, long-time supporter of the University of Alaska system, Northrim Bank, has gifted $259,500 to fund ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å initiatives that advance research about Alaska's economy and fiscal policy, expand business education and build entrepreneurship capacity. Northrim's donation also includes funding to five community campuses where Northrim employees live and work.

The University of Alaska Foundation announces the winning proposal for the 2022 Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant

May 20, 2022

Annie Maliguine, a master's student in marine biology at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, is the recipient of the 2022 Angus Gavin Memorial Migratory Bird Research Grant.

In Memory of Arliss Sturgulewski

April 08, 2022

Yesterday the University of Alaska Foundation lost one of its longest-serving board members when Arliss Sturgulewski died in Anchorage at the age of 94. Arliss poured her time, talent and endless energy into many community and leadership roles, but had a particular affinity for higher education and its ability to help advance women and people of color in all areas of life.

ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å nears $200 million fundraising goal

March 04, 2022

The ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å's $200 million fundraising goal is within reach, according to a report shared with the University of Alaska Foundation Board of Directors at its March 2 meeting in Juneau. As of December 2021, more than $175 million in private donations have been contributed by alumni, friends, companies, and private organizations, including 35 gifts of $1 million or more.

ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å Foundation Statement on the Death of Edward B. Rasmuson

January 12, 2022

At the root of philanthropy is a love of humankind, and Ed Rasmuson’s love for his fellow Alaskans can be seen throughout the University of Alaska system’s three universities. At ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åA, ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åF and ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åS, the impact of Ed’s philanthropy is widely felt.