The 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø is a powerhouse in Arctic research, Alaska Native and Indigenous studies, workforce development and academic programs. We reach people across Alaska and beyond, from helping students through need-based scholarships to addressing complex challenges in the circumpolar North.
We ask you to join us as 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø embarks on a new statewide philanthropic campaign—For Alaska.
51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø’s campaign kickoff event
The 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø and GCI hosted a virtual event in March 2021 to celebrate the , featuring tech gear giveaways and a tour of the new space in the Wood Center. We also publicly kicked off our philanthropic campaign at this event by celebrating GCI’s $500,000 commitment to supporting the Alaska Esports Center at 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø. Additional contributors to the Alaska Esports Center include the 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø Alumni Association, 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø College of Business and Security Management, 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø eCampus and 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø chancellor.
The Alaska Esports Center is home to the first esports program of its kind in Alaska and the 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø Alaska esports team. At 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø, we are modernizing the student experience by providing a state-of-the-art esports facility accompanied by a student-focused and learning-driven co-curricular program. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, the Alaska esports program will provide opportunities for 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø students to engage in collaboration, cooperation and competition.
Campaign pillars
At 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø, we’re known for innovative ideas and practical approaches. However, these endeavors are not arbitrary. They’re inspired by a vision for the future and guided by our four campaign pillars and 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø’s six strategic goals.
- Expand the culture of education in Alaska — increase degree attainment, broad access, student success and educational equity.
- Provide Alaska’s skilled workforce.
- Grow UA’s world-class research by leading research relevant to Alaska and the Arctic.
- Contribute to a more diversified economy by expanding Alaska’s knowledge base.
Philanthropy — including major gifts, annual funds, planned gifts, endowments and sponsorships — makes incredible things possible at 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø. These gifts help build a diverse community driven by curiosity and intellectual rigor.