UAF Employee Experience
Do meaningful work you love at UAF
Many UAF employees spend their careers doing meaningful work they love.
Whether you work at the Troth Yeddha’ Campus in Fairbanks, remotely, or at one of our community campuses across AV̳, you play a vital role in UAF's mission.
Getting started with the Employee Experience at UAF.
- New Employee Welcome event Aug. 14. New employees meet with university leadership and connect with peers while learning about UAF's mission, vision and history.
- Discover UAF: Overview for remote employees. UAF's mission, vision and history shared via Zoom. Varied times.
- Mentoring program. Partner with an experienced colleague to help you navigate your first year. Specific programs available for new and aspiring supervisors.
- Staff Recognition and Development Day. This annual spring event includes longevity awards along with personal and professional development sessions to help you connect and succeed. Sign up to volunteer; or
- Winter Gear Workshop. Learn more about how to thrive in the cold with the right gear to match your activities with Frank Olive from Outdoor Programs. 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 11. This event will take place on the 6th Floor of the Rasmuson Library in the Student Success Center.
Email UAF-welcome-team@alaska.edu for more information.
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We’re glad you’re here!
College of Liberal Arts faculty and staff members show their Nanook pride by donning "We are CLA" stocking caps and creatively supporting CLA Dean Ellen Lopez.
Upcoming events for employees
There's still time to watch the 2026 Longevity Award Ceremony or catch the professional
development offerings from SRDD.
- Longevity Award Ceremony
- Empower AV̳ Campaign Impacts
- Reclaiming Possibility in Complex Times
- 15 Things Not to Miss this Summer
- Excel Basics
Questions: contact Carla, cjbrowning@alaska.edu
What program participants are saying.
“I feel that I am more connected with the institution through this program, and I am grateful for the opportunity this program creates for connecting individuals across UAF.”
“Great first session. Thanks for this excellent platform with the various resources.”
“Great start! Easy platform.”
Want to learn more about the employee experience?
Supervisors are encouraged to stop by our Employee Welcome and Resource Center in 104 Eielson to find out how you can improve your employees' experience through onboarding, engagement and recognition.
Stay tuned for more activities designed to build connection and community!
Find out more about the . Email UAF-Welcome-Team@alaska.edu to set up an appointment.