Mission
The Vice President for Academics, Students & Research, directs a division of services including Academic Affairs, Research, Workforce Programs, Student Success, and Distance Education. The Vice President works with the ÁùºÏ²Ê»ã campuses on academic and research initiatives and collaborations to promote research in Alaska. The University of Alaska is committed to working closely with all federal and state agencies and private enterprise to further develop collaboration and new exposures for future growth in all areas of science and technology.
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Paul Layer
Vice President Academics, Students, and Research
(907) 450-8019
pwlayer@alaska.edu
System-level Coordination
ACEC facilitates inter-university coordination and communication to meet the goals
of ÁùºÏ²Ê»ã's Schools of Education
Common Calendar 2018 - 2022
The Faculty Alliance Common Calendar Committee has developed a common calendar, coordinating
start dates and breaks throughout the system, and are further developing coordinated
course starting time alignment to facilitate cross-university instruction.
Information on Accreditation
All three universities, ÁùºÏ²Ê»ãA, ÁùºÏ²Ê»ãF, and ÁùºÏ²Ê»ãS, and their respective Community Colleges
are fully accredited. In addition to institutional accreditation from the Northwest
Commission on Colleges and Universities, ÁùºÏ²Ê»ã has more than 60 program/specialized accreditations
across the system.
July 23, 2024
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June 25, 2024
Did you know ÁùºÏ²Ê»ã's cracking the code of the past with a brand-new radiocarbon dating lab?
June 12, 2024
Check your FY25 benefits for premium holiday deduction information
July 12, 2024
Employees who were enrolled in medical, dental, vision, and/or supplemental benefit coverages for all of FY24 (July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024) will see a $0 deduction on their R14 paycheck (paid 7/12/24) for these benefits.
New Arctic Engagement Award Recipients Announced
July 12, 2024
Four proposals from across the ÁùºÏ²Ê»ã system will receive Arctic Engagement Award funding as ÁùºÏ²Ê»ã launches the Arctic Leadership Initiative. Proposals were ranked on their potential to expand ÁùºÏ²Ê»ã's Arctic engagement and visibility, increase the impact of ÁùºÏ²Ê»ã's Arctic activities, elevate ÁùºÏ²Ê»ã's competitive position, and generate new partnerships and funding. Awards ranged from $18,000 to $20,000.
Federal injunction delays implementation of Title IX Final Rule in Alaska
July 12, 2024
In early July, a federal judge temporarily blocked the Biden administration's 2024 Title IX final rule from going into effect in four states, including Alaska. This makes 14 states where the final rule is now on hold by judicial order.
July 12, 2024
House Bill 148 (HB148) expands the Alaska Performance Scholarship (APS), reauthorizes the Technical Vocation and Education Program (TVEP), and extends the Education Tax Credit (ETC) program.
Nanook Technology Services Leads the Way: Zoom AI Companion Pilot Program
July 12, 2024
ÁùºÏ²Ê»ã is currently piloting Zoom AI Companion, an innovative tool designed to enhance meeting productivity and efficiency. This pilot program will run until July 26th and help us prepare for the full university launch on August 9th.
New version of the ÁùºÏ²Ê»ã Software Request process: Launching July 22!
June 21, 2024
We're excited to announce the upcoming release of Version 3 of the ÁùºÏ²Ê»ã Software Request application. Starting July 22nd, you'll notice several improvements which were inspired by your continued feedback.
June 21, 2024
An interesting and somewhat clever scam email recently made the rounds at University of Alaska. It arrived in ÁùºÏ²Ê»ã inboxes using an assortment of emails. Here's the breakdown.
Simplified direct deposit management in ÁùºÏ²Ê»ãOnline
June 21, 2024
ÁùºÏ²Ê»ãOnline users can now view and manage their payroll direct deposit information in ÁùºÏ²Ê»ãOnline, along with their direct deposit details for reimbursements, financial aid, or refunds.