Announcements of 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ system leadership changes, employee recognition and personnel news.
Personnel News
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Campus Director Dr. Reid Brewer retires from Kenai Peninsula College's Kachemak Bay Campus
December 15, 2023
Dr. Reid Brewer will take up a NOAA position at Kasitsna Bay Lab.
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91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵS Ketchikan Director Dr. Priscilla Schulte is to retire
December 01, 2023
After 43 years of service to the University of Alaska Southeast, Dr. Priscilla Schulte announced plans to retire after the 2023 fall semester.
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December 01, 2023
In this role, she will help to guide and support the implementation of the Alaska Native Success Initiative (ANSI) Strategic Plan. She will also focus on strengthening relationships between 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ and Alaska Native partners.
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91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵA Announces New Director of Native Student Services
November 17, 2023
Jason Hotch has been appointed 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵA's next director of Native Student Services. Hotch will be responsible for promoting student engagement, belonging and resiliency among Alaska Native, Indigenous and rural students, providing leadership, vision and support to the NSS team.
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Theresa Bakker appointed interim executive director of University Advancement
November 03, 2023
She will lead 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵF's development, alumni relations, communications and marketing activities.
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Van Flein to serve as ORCA executive director
October 06, 2023
As executive director, Van Flein will oversee Clery, Title IX, Title VII, ADA and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act compliance, student accountability and Student CARE team, and misconduct investigations outlined under Board of Regents’ Policy.
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Taber to serve as continuous improvement project manager
October 06, 2023
Samara Taber is transitioning to a new position as the 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵF continuous improvement project manager. Taber has served as the executive director of university advancement and a member of the chancellor's core cabinet since 2020. She will start her new role on Nov. 6, 2023.
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Drone expert Steve Colligan named to 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ Board of Regents
October 06, 2023
Businessman Steve Colligan has been named by Gov. Mike Dunleavy to the University of Alaska Board of Regents.
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91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵS announces Mitzi Bolaños Anderson as the new Director of Equity and Compliance
October 06, 2023
Her responsibilities at 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵS include Title IX, Equal Employment Opportunity issues, the American Disabilities Act/504 requirements, and Clery Act compliance.
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Announcing Dr. Marie Gardner as new Mat-Su College director
September 01, 2023
Dr. Gardner has nearly 30 years of experience in higher education and more than 15 years of experience as a higher education leader, including specific expertise leading online and extension campuses.