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Assistant Dean Brad Myrstol, Representative Andy Josephson, Chancellor Cheryl Siemers, and Senator Matt Claman stand side by side in front of a podium in the Havelock Simulation courtroom. Myrstol is holding the framed legislative citation. Read More

UAA Justice Center turns 50 – and receives a special award

 |  Alison Miller  |  , ,

The UAA Justice Center celebrated its 50th anniversary with a special legislative citation presented by Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æ state legislators. The citation recognized decades of impactful research, education, and public service in Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æ.

Philippe Amstislavski crouches in the forest, smiling. He is propping up one end of a fallen tree with mushrooms growing on it, and pointing excitedly to the mushrooms. Read More

Are mushrooms the future of insulation?

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Philippe Amstislavski, a scientist with a passion for sustainable innovation, is pioneering the use of mycelium insulation to help Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æ’s remote communities combat extreme cold and climate change.

A dental hygiene student wearing a green long-sleeved scrub top, surgical mask, headband, and gloves prepares to floss a young child wearing a Halloween shirt and dental bib with a dinosaur on it. Read More

Keeping smiles healthy: UAA promotes good dental hygiene with annual event

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At the fifth annual Cares for Kids event, dental hygiene students provided free dental care to children ages 3-17 while also gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Volleyball athletes in green jerseys stand on the court next to faculty. Read More

Serving up appreciation: volleyball athletes honor COH faculty on the court

 |  Alison Miller  |  , , ,

On September 27, the women’s volleyball team invited faculty to join them on the court for Faculty & Staff Appreciation Night. Among the honorees were four standout educators from the College of Health, each nominated by students.

Master of Social Work student MiLee Yu stands on a red bridge with one arm on the railing. In the distance behind the bridge is a waterfall and vegetation on a cliff. Read More

Student Spotlight: MiLee Yu – 2025 BSW Student of the Year

 |  Alison Miller  |  , , , ,

MiLee Yu is a graduate of the Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æ’s Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program, and is currently pursuing a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree. In September 2025, MiLee was awarded the BSW Student of the Year award at the Biennial National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æ Chapter Conference.

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