This time of year, many Alaskans are focused on Juneau. That makes sense given the important decisions being made in our capitol, including funding for education from preschool through to the University of Alaska. While we are concerned about the uncertainty around our budget, we are not uncertain about our commitment to those who really matter to all of us at the University of Alaska — our students.<\/p>\n
That’s because this is the time of year when thousands of UA graduates will cross a stage, receive their diploma and move out into the world. We celebrate these impressive men and women and their achievements at every level — from occupational endorsements to doctorates — and I am proud of each and every one of them for their success.<\/p>\n
Earning a workforce endorsement or college degree requires hard work and dedication, and it is the university’s job to make the student experience as valuable, rewarding and efficient as possible. We’re not always perfect, but we are committed to providing an exceptional experience for our students as they prepare for their chosen profession and for success in an increasingly competitive world.<\/p>\n
[University of Alaska issues layoff notices to most HR employees]<\/a><\/ins><\/p>\n To enable prospective students to explore the entire UA system for the program best suited to their interests, we’ve created an accessible website to open all the options available at UA. Through this new virtual gateway — myfuture.alaska.edu<\/a> — prospective students can create a profile and explore programs at any or all of UA’s campuses. Regardless of whether a student is new to higher education or has attended before, myfuture.alaska.edu provides information on choosing a degree, transferring credits, navigating programs, finding financial support, and other resources to help them on their higher education journey.<\/p>\n Along the way, our students will find opportunities for real world experiences both inside and outside of the classroom that are unique to Alaska and made possible by our many partnerships with local employers.<\/p>\n In Anchorage, UAA students in our Data Science and Artificial Intelligence program will soon be able to participate in an academic partnership with one of our state’s premier financial management firms.<\/p>\n