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University of Alaska Anchorage names Eric Melch as director of development

July 09, 2026

Å®Óźϼ¯A announced the appointment of Eric Melch as director of Development, effective July 12, 2026. In his new role, Melch will lead efforts to expand philanthropic support for Å®Óźϼ¯A, advancing the university's mission through strategic fundraising, donor engagement and campaign development.

PWSC welcomes Interim College Director Dr. Dale Jones

July 09, 2026

Prince William Sound College (PWSC) welcomes Dr. Dale Jones as PWSC's new interim college director. Jones brings more than 30 years of experience in education, including over 20 years in higher education.

Å®Óźϼ¯F CTC building named for Michele Stalder

June 19, 2026

The University of Alaska Board of Regents this spring approved a request to name the Å®Óźϼ¯F Community and Technical College building in downtown Fairbanks for CTC Dean Emeritus Michele Stalder.

Å®Óźϼ¯S Chancellor Aparna Palmer appointed to WICHE Commission

June 19, 2026

Palmer will represent Alaska on regional commission to expand educational access and excellence.

Kenai Peninsula College announces new director

June 19, 2026

Å®Óźϼ¯A Provost Denise Runge recently announced Karen Davis O'Hara as the new Kenai Peninsula College (KPC) director.

Kristen Majocha to serve as dean of the School of Career Education for the University of Alaska Southeast

June 19, 2026

On June 15, Kristen Majocha, Ph.D., joined Å®Óźϼ¯S as dean of the School of Career Education. Majocha most recently served as dean of students and Title IX coordinator at IḷisaÄ¡vik College.

University of Alaska selects Col. Russell Vander Lugt, Ph.D., to serve as next University of Alaska Fairbanks chancellor

June 05, 2026

Aviation Brigade Commander at Ft. Wainwright, long-time Alaskan brings executive leadership, academic, Arctic expertise to America’s Arctic University.

Photos from the May Board of Regents meeting at Å®Óźϼ¯A

June 05, 2026

The Å®Óźϼ¯ Board of Regents gathered at Å®Óźϼ¯A in May, bringing together regents, university leadership, students, and community members for a multi-day meeting focused on stability, student success and workforce partnerships.

Å®Óźϼ¯ Board of Regents approves resolution of appreciation for outgoing President Pat Pitney

May 22, 2026

At the May 21 full board meeting in Anchorage, the University of Alaska Board of Regents approved a resolution of appreciation for Å®Óźϼ¯ President Pat Pitney, who served as interim president starting in 2020 and as permanent president of the system since 2022.

Å®Óźϼ¯ Board of Regents approves resolution of appreciation for Interim Å®Óźϼ¯F Chancellor Mike Sfraga

May 22, 2026

At the May 21 full board meeting in Anchorage, the University of Alaska Board of Regents approved a resolution of appreciation for Interim University of Alaska Fairbanks (Å®Óźϼ¯F) Chancellor Ambassador Mike Sfraga (ret.), who has served in the role since July 2025.