The tariff clash between the Trump administration and China is working in favor of local conservation groups, who hope to keep the forests near Haines standing.
University of Alaska
University of Alaska regents cancel financial exigency declaration
The vote overturns a declaration that allowed for the expedited elimination of academic programs and layoffs of tenured faculty.
Dunleavy halves University of Alaska budget vetoes, spreading cuts over three years
An agreement between Gov. Mike Dunleavy and the University of Alaska Board of Regents will see a $25 million cut in funding for this budget year. The next two years would see cuts of $25 million and $20 million.
Amid UA budget woes, some students are noticing increased military recruitment
An Alaska Army recruiter says their outreach hasn’t changed. But some University of Alaska students say more military recruiters have reached out amid the university’s budget cuts.
University of Alaska regents move to consolidate UA accreditation
The University of Alaska Board of Regents voted 8-3 to move towards consolidating the entire university system into a single accredited university.
Online education ad targeting University of Alaska students draws criticism
The ad appeared on Facebook last week, encouraging University of Alaska students worried about UA’s future to complete their degrees online — from a New York university.