Mission
The University of Alaska approved ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ×'s latest mission statement at its June 8, 2012 meeting. The following statement is now contained in UA Board of Regents Policy 01.01.030:
The ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× is a Land, Sea, and Space Grant university and an international center for research, education, and the arts, emphasizing the circumpolar North and its diverse peoples. ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× integrates teaching, research, and public service as it educates students for active citizenship and prepares them for lifelong learning and careers.
Vision statement:
Excellence through transformative experiences
Defined as:
The ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× is renowned for its Arctic research, Alaska Native and Indigenous programs, entrepreneurship, workforce development, and hands-on, personalized learning. ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× provides a world-class, inclusive experience — energized by innovative research, community engagement, student-centered teaching and creative expression.
ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ×'s mission fulfillment indicators
- Student success and degree attainment: Students are at the heart of ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ×'s mission. We are committed to the success of all students.
- Research: ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× is a Land, Sea and Space Grant University, and research is integral to our identity, mission and goals.
- Skilled workforce: ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ×'s mission include educating students for active citizenship and preparing them for lifelong learning and careers. We play a key role in preparing Alaska's workforce.
- Equity, diversity and inclusion: ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× is committed to fostering a diverse, respectful and caring community.
ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ×'s key messages
- We are Alaska's research university and America's arctic university.
- ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× is a national and world leader in climate change and arctic research.
- ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× researchers are world-renowned in their fields, and the work they do is important and notable.
- ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× maintains many partnerships and collaborations throughout Alaska and the world that drive innovation and create meaningful discoveries.
- ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ×'s research helps sustain Alaska's economic growth and enhance Alaska communities.
- We deliver a high-quality education at an affordable price.
- We are Alaska's only Land, Sea and Space Grant university, offering everything from workforce development and vocational programs to master's degrees and PhDs.
- At ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ×, students find a wide variety of academic programs to inspire them.
- An education at ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× provides a hands-on learning experience in the vast dynamic laboratory that is Alaska.
- Students at the Fairbanks campus have a traditional college experience, including a robust campus life, opportunities for research and creative work, small class sizes and accessible instructors.
- Community campuses and outreach and learning centers throughout Alaska provide enriching education and programs that reflect the cultural, social and economic values of the communities they serve.
- We enrich the lives of Alaskans and engage our communities, state, nation and world
through our teaching, research and service work.
- ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× is a catalyst for innovation and economic development for communities and the state.
- ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× is a good investment for our partners, donors and funding agencies.
- ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× is an asset to Alaska, the nation and the world, making our communities a better place to live.
- Our location defines us and provides transformational experiences, from the personal
to the global.
- The Alaska lifestyle is woven into the ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× experience.
- At ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ×, our location offers the opportunity for global significance, just outside the front door.
- In work and play, we embrace our unique lifestyle and inspiring surroundings.
- Our arctic location defines our research.
- We are a welcoming and supportive community.
- Your success matters to us. We will help you find what you need to succeed here, as a student or a professional.
- At ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ×, everyone fits in: We are diverse, attracting people of all ages and backgrounds and from around the world.
- ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× alumni have great affinity and fondness for their university, and show it through their donations, volunteerism and support.
- ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× is a family. Once a Nanook, always a Nanook.
- ÎÞÂëÂÒÂ× continues to be strong despite our budget challenges.