College of Health News

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Get to know Dr. Jay Butler, new dean of the College of Health

 |  Alison Miller  |  ,

As we step into a new year, we are excited to welcome Dr. Jay Butler as the new Dean of the College of Health. A veteran of the public health and infectious disease field, Dr. Butler also has years of experience working in Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æâ€™s unique health landscape. He’s excited to bring fresh energy to COH’s goal of expanding its capacity to meet community-based health needs and train the next generation of healthcare workers.

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Kinesiology major Elaina Mack shatters Seawolf record in rout over Northwest

 |  Tyler Lane, Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ's News Source  |  , , ,

Elaina Mack, a senior kinesiology major from King Cove, broke school records with 10 successful three-point shots in the Seawolves game against Northwest U. Mack scored a total of 41 points over the course of the game.

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Provost Denise Runge announces Dr. Jay Butler as new dean for UAA College of Health

 |  Green & Gold News  | 

Dr. Jay Butler has been selected as the next dean for the College of Health following a months-long search. He brings decades of public health leadership experience in Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ and nationally.

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

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.

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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.