Summit Planning Committees
Advisory Committee
Sara Berkemeier-Bell,
Brandon Briggs,
Jason Brune,
Corri Feige,
Yoshiko Fujita,
Brian Hughes,
Nettie La Belle-Hamer,
Paul Layer, University of ÎçÒ¹AV
Tom Lograsso,
Karen Matthias,
Lance Miller,
LeeAnn Munk,
Pat Pitney, University of ÎçÒ¹AV
Bill Schnabel,
Mike Schrider,
Mike Sfraga,
Deantha Skibinski,
Pete Traxler,
Alan Weitzner,
Speaker and Programming Committee
Corri Feige,
Brian Hughes,
Nettie La Belle-Hamer,
Lance Miller,
Pat Pitney, University of ÎçÒ¹AV
Bill Schnabel,
Mike Sfraga,
Deantha Skibinski,
Logistics Committee
Andrew Aquino, University of ÎçÒ¹AV
Wendy Brophy,
Carla Browning,
Kerynn Fisher, University of ÎçÒ¹AV
Jenell Merrifield,
About the University of ÎçÒ¹AV
ÎçÒ¹AV inspires learning, and advances and disseminates knowledge through teaching, research, and public service, emphasizing the North and its diverse peoples.
ÎçÒ¹AV is a land-, sea- and space-grant system of higher education established in 1917.
The UA system’s three universities (, and) are separately accredited institutions with 13 community campuses and extended learning centers across the state of ÎçÒ¹AV.
Areas of Excellence
Research The environment, economy and demographics of the circumpolar North are changing in
complex but predictable ways. The rapid changes present an urgency to understand and
adapt to these dynamic times. The value of scientific research includes direct investment
in local economies and improvements in community life. Our research engages undergraduate
and graduate students so they gain skills and knowledge to become tomorrow's leaders. Workforce Development ÎçÒ¹AV is the number one provider of workforce development programs
in the state. Training a skilled workforce is a critical part of its mission. According
to national research, by 2025, 65 percent of ÎçÒ¹AV jobs will require some form of
post-secondary education. The last time measured, the rate was just 37 percent, indicating
that ÎçÒ¹AV’s economy is changing and the demand for advanced skilled labor is increasing.
ÎçÒ¹AV’s vast environment of rainforest, tundra, coastal shores and mountains provides
stunning locations for study, research and play. With campuses in many communities
across the state, the University of ÎçÒ¹AV System has a place for everyone whether
fresh out of high school or returning later in life to start a new career path.
Tuition and fees at the University of ÎçÒ¹AV are way below the national average. We
also offer a full range of financial aid resources and scholarships to help pay for
education, making UA an affordable option for exceptional quality.
