News and Press Releases 2013
November 6, 2013
New $2.5M Grant Targets Fisheries Technology Jobs
The University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) Sitka Campus will receive $2.5M for the growth and expansion of its Fisheries Technology degree program.October 14, 2013
Oct 17-19: Juneau World Affairs Council Fall Forum: Canada
“We’ll have a number of distinguished Canadian and US speakers including several of our faculty speaking on topics such as the history of Canadian-US relations, Yukon and BC government policies, climate change, economic development, environmental protection, First Nations, education, and more,” said UAS Provost Rick Caulfield.September 9, 2013
Evening at Egan Kicks Off 2013 Season with Forest Geologist Jim Baichtal
a fascinating presentation on the discovery of 220 million year old Triassic marine reptile fossils from several localities in Southeastern Alaska, including the recently discovered Thalattosaur, a fossil marine reptile similar to today’s marine iguanaMay 13, 2013
Community Day on Campus!
Community Day on Campus is a free festive day of music, exhibits, arts, food, information, and activities for the whole family in the Mourant Courtyard on the beautiful University of Alaska Southeast Auke Lake Campus.
April 9, 2014
College Track 3: 360 North Broadcast
A documentary that features Alaska Native students working to balance cultural obligations with a college education and a panel discussion on the film taped at the University of Alaska Southeast will broadcast at 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 16 and Sunday, April 21 on 360 North Public Television.
April 1, 2013
Sound and Motion: Irene Muller and Band
First Friday at the UAS REC Center brings a night of original music with local artist Irene Muller.March 25, 2013
Mar 29 Sound and Motion: College Track 3, Premiere and Panel Discussion
Since 2004, the Alaska College Track Series has shown the challenges faced by some Alaska Native students as they balance cultural obligations with work and school. The film is followed by a videotaped panel discussion with students.
February 25, 2013
First Friday at the REC- Spring 2013
With comfortable seating and a top notch lighting and sound system, the UAS REC is one of Juneau’s best kept secrets as a great facility for arts events.February 18, 2013
Sound and Motion: “To Russia with Love: An Alaskan’s Journey” with Victor Fisher, Author
Fischer’s fascinating life is the subject of his book To Russia with Love, an autobiography that touches on the roles of his activist-writer parents in his life, his experiences in World War II, his role as a delegate to the Alaska Constitutional Convention and other government appointments, and his continuing relationship with Russia.
February 11, 2013
Sound and Motion: Woosh Kinaadeiyí Slam@UAS
In the fourth slam of Woosh Kinaadeiyí's third season, Juneau's spoken word artists will come together to do battle in the friendliest competition in town. Performers of all types are encouraged to take part in the non-competitive open mic portion of the evening, while original poetry is welcome in the slam.February 4, 2013
Sound and Motion: Treasures from the State Film Historical Collection with Damon Stuebner
At the next Sound and Motion, archivist Damon Stuebner hosts the fourth annual collection of vintage and historic films from the Alaska State Archives and Library.
January 25, 2013
The Hereafter is Here, Singer-Songwriter John Elliott
Elliott’s Feb.1 performance kicks off three consecutive First Friday arts events this Sound and Motion season at the UAS REC. On campus, he will visit Creative Writing and English class rooms.
January 14, 2013
UAS Sound and Motion Spring Arts Series 2013
This line-up is the most exciting yet, featuring partnerships with community organizations including the Juneau Symphony, Alaska State Film Library, Woosh Kinaadeiyí Poetry Slam and the Goldtown Theater.January 7, 2013