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CBPP Dean Karen Markel departing ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åA next summer

January 15, 2020

Karen Markel, dean of the ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åA College of Business and Public Policy (CBPP), has accepted a job as dean of the College of Business at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. She will complete the academic year at ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åA and begin her new post in Colorado on July 6, 2020.

Jennifer Harris named ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åF's ACEP deputy director for operations

January 15, 2020

The Alaska Center for Energy and Power has named Jennifer Harris as the new deputy director of operations. Harris most recently served as the executive officer in the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences.

Kim Mahoney named ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åA Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities

January 15, 2020

Dr. Beverly Shuford, Vice Chancellor for Administrative Services, is pleased to announce that Kim Mahoney has accepted the permanent position of ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åA Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities.

Teri Cothren appointed associate vice president of workforce development

December 16, 2019

In May, Teri Cothren was promoted to associate vice president of workforce development at the University of Alaska. She replaced Fred Villa, who retired earlier this year. "I feel privileged to work with university colleagues and partners around the state to help increase access to education for Alaskans," Cothren said. "It is inspiring to work with people who choose to dedicate their career to education and making Alaska a better place."

Julie Queen named vice chancellor for administrative services

December 06, 2019

I am pleased to announce that I have appointed Julie Queen as ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åF's Vice Chancellor for Administrative Services. Julie is known across the university for her strategic approach to problem solving and commitment to engaging process improvement.

ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åF's Johnson named National Academy of Inventors fellow

December 06, 2019

University of Alaska Fairbanks researcher Jerome Johnson is among the class of 168 new fellows recognized in 2019 by the National Academy of Inventors.

Samara Taber to serve as interim executive officer

December 06, 2019

Samara Taber has agreed to serve as the University of Alaska Fairbanks's interim executive officer beginning Jan. 6, 2020, while splitting duties as director of the Admissions Office. Taber will serve as a member of the Chancellor's Core Cabinet.

ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åF Vice Chancellor Evon Peter has announced his plan to pursue new opportunities

December 02, 2019

Vice Chancellor Evon Peter has announced his plan to pursue new opportunities and passions effective June 30, 2020. Peter was appointed by Chancellor Brian Rogers in July of 2014. He has been an innovative leader whose compassion and vision have grown the statewide impact of the Community and Technical College and the College of Rural and Community Development, even in the face of declining budgets.

Gretchen Gordon named KÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åC's interim general manager

November 21, 2019

Upon the resignation of KÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åC General Manager Keith Martin, Gretchen Gordon, KÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åC's assistant general manager and director of development, outreach and FM, has been named interim general manager.

ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°åF's director of Indigenous programs announces departure

November 21, 2019

Sandra Kowalski, director of Indigenous programs, has announced she will leave her position at the University of Alaska Fairbanks College of Rural and Community Development effective Dec. 6.