Aurora summer 2024
Festival of Native Arts celebrates 50th
By Lou Yur’acung’ Frenzl and ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× Festival of Native Arts club
The annual gathering to salute Alaska Native cultures has been held on campus since 1974.
Scientists’ longtime friendship spurs a foundation for the next generation
By Megan Bean
A medical doctor impressed with a ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× professor’s neuroscience work has created a student scholarship in the professor’s name.
1,000 gifts break ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× Day record
By Katie Straub
What do you get when you mix philanthropy, school spirit and a polar bear with killer dance moves? A rocking success.
Former student-athlete learns the value of giving back
By Felicia Burud
Ryan Muspratt, recipient of the 2024 Distinguished Alumnus Award, reached beyond personal goals after a hockey injury and never looked back.
Community relationships guide Kelly Ward
By Felicia Burud
Kelly Ward, recipient of the 2024 William R. Cashen Service Award, has made a big impact by focusing on small business.
Spotlight
Kiln firing caps a professor’s career
By Lizzy Hahn
Thirty years ago, ceramics professor James Brashear built the first of five outdoor kilns at ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ×. This spring, on the eve of his retirement, he fired it one last time.