The position reports to the president of the University of Alaska system. The University of Alaska (UA) system of higher education was established in 1917. The UA system’s three universities, University of Alaska Anchorage, University of Alaska Fairbanks and the University of Alaska Southeast are separately accredited institutions with 13 community campuses and extended learning centers across Alaska. The UA System Office implements the policy direction of the Board of Regents to meet the distributed and diverse needs for the state’s higher education. The Search Committee seeks to provide nominators and potential candidates with information about UAA, the position and participation in the search.

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UAA is accredited by the Northwest Commission of Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). Many of the institute’s academic programs have additional specialized accreditation from professional associations and other external entities. Exceptional educational opportunities include undergraduate research, national and international exchanges and study abroad programs.

In 2025, VIQTORY designated UAA a Military Friendly School for the 17th consecutive year. In fiscal year 2024, revenues were approximately $306 million. State appropriations accounted for 39%, tuition and fees 17%, a combination of auxiliaries, gifts, and other sources 31% and restricted grants and contracts was 13%. Total grant awards have increased 51% since FY 2014.

UAA holds a Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Learning. The 2025 classification of Professions-focused Baccalaureate Medium and Higher Access, Medium Earnings underscore UAA’s role as a dual mission university, balancing academic excellence with practical workforce development to meet the needs of the community. 

Mission
UAA transforms lives through teaching, research, community engagement and creative expression in a welcoming environment that meets student needs at any stage of life they’re in. Serving students, the state and communities of Southcentral Alaska, UAA is a comprehensive, open access, dual mission public university established on the ancestral lands of the Dena’ina, Ahtna, Alutiiq/Sugpiaq and Eyak/dAXunhyuu Peoples.

Vision
We are known as a university of distinction, transforming lives and communities.

The UAA 2027 Strategic Plan is a framework that defines, communicates and brings to life our shared expectations for UAA by the year 2027. The plan builds on our strengths and focuses attention and resources on delivering high-quality education to meet the needs of the people of Alaska and building a better future.

After months of meetings, stakeholder engagement and comprehensive interaction at all levels of our institution, UAA 2027 consists of four key aspirations we want to reach by the year 2027 and the subsequent strategies to achieve each of them.

Aspiration #1: We put students first

• UAA becomes a student-centered institution.
• Achievement gaps in student learning are narrowed.
• Students are retained, persist and graduate at increasing rates.
• Students develop and achieve UAA’s Core Learning Competencies.

Aspiration #2: We embrace our role as a trusted and respected community partner

• Demonstrate value and meaningful progress on UAA 2027 aspirations.
• Align and communicate UAA’s capacity to meet community needs.
• Deepen and expand community engagement beyond current level.

Aspiration #3: We positively impact communities and the world through innovation

• Strengthen interdisciplinary initiatives.
• Enhance scholarship, service and teaching related to the Arctic, aligned with UAA’s mission.
• Increase external sponsorship of research, scholarship and creative activities, expanding student opportunity where possible.

Aspiration #4: We accelerate excellence through continuous improvement

• Reduce barriers and redundancies in administrative processes.
• Enhance revenue and financial sustainability through increased enrollment, external support, fundraising and fee-for-service entrepreneurial activities.
• Strengthen UAA’s environmental sustainability practices.
• Students develop and achieve UAA’s Core Learning Competencies.

To read more about the UAA 2027 planning process, please visit UAA’s Strategic Plan page.

It is truly an exciting time at UAA. The Anchorage campus offers a full complement of programs and courses in high-demand fields as well as liberal arts and sciences. Many courses are designed with the flexibility to accommodate students who work or have a family. Simultaneously, the campus offers a range of student success initiatives, clubs, organizations and supporting infrastructure to attract more traditional students. The Anchorage campus features state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities in comparatively new science, health and engineering buildings. The campus also boasts the 5,000 seat Alaska Airlines Center, home to Seawolf Athletics and where events like commencement, community concerts, trade shows and conventions are held. Located upstairs on the Suite Level, the facility houses the Varsity Sports Grill, a place on campus for lunch or dinner. The Anchorage campus is connected to 250 miles of trails where students, staff and faculty can enjoy wooded seclusion, mountain vistas and ocean views. 

Building a skilled workforce for Alaska means preparing our students to meet and fulfill Alaska’s growing workforce demands. This is essential to our mission. We strive to position our graduates at the head of the job market.

Alaskan practicality has served the state well, creating a robust workforce for a resource economy. As our economy rapidly evolves, however, new skills are needed. UAA’s priority is to train more Alaskans in the skills industries need today and in the future. Our goal is to double the number of graduates in key workforce areas — including geomatics, computer science and networking, civil engineering, construction management and all areas of healthcare and human services, as well as technical careers such as welders and pilots. 

As industry pivots to a new economy, the workforce will follow suit. This is how UAA will drive the future of our state and give Alaskans career opportunities for life. 

To achieve this, we seek funding to:

• Ignite opportunity for students through increased scholarships and awards that encourage students to enter fields of study most needed by our state, particularly healthcare.
• Lead the way in Alaska health, engineering and business through faculty support that attracts talent in key areas of study and allows us to build our capacity in serving students. Flexible funding allows UAA to adjust coursework as the needs of industry change. Endowed chairs and professorships ensure we attract and retain distinguished faculty.
• Create expanded and upgraded spaces and career laboratories that provide hands-on skill-building experiences in high-demand workforce programs.

Click on the link below each picture of the university leader to view the direct reporting structure for that administrative entity.

University of Alaska System President
Pat Pitney

UA System Administration

University of Alaska Anchorage Chancellor
Cheryl Siemers, Interim

UAA Administration

University of Alaska Fairbanks Chancellor
Daniel White

UAF Administration

University of Alaska Southeast Chancellor
Aparna Palmer

UAS Administration

In addition to the Anchorage campus, UAA has four community campuses: Kenai Peninsula College and its Kachemak Bay campus, Kodiak College, Matanuska-Susitna College and Prince William Sound College.

Anchorage Campus

The Anchorage campus offers more than 100 degree and certificate programs, from certificates to doctoral degrees, in high-demand fields such as engineering, health, business and the liberal arts and sciences. UAA career and technical education programs are closely aligned with Alaska’s core industries, such as the culinary arts, aviation, oil and gas. The UAA campus has an award-winning library that serves both UAA and the neighboring, private Alaska Pacific University. For an aerial tour of the campus, visit https://youtu.be/G8dPedhBlWk.

Kenai Peninsula College

Kenai Peninsula College (KPC) is located south of Anchorage at two campuses in Soldotna and Homer and extension sites in Anchorage and Seward. KPC delivers Associate of Arts and Associate of Applied Science degrees and courses leading to vocational certificates. Some courses leading to baccalaureate degrees can be obtained entirely at KPC. Several four-year degree programs are available via distance delivery through other UAA campuses.

Kodiak College

Kodiak College, located approximately 250 miles south of Anchorage on Kodiak Island, serves the city of Kodiak, its adjacent seven rural communities and the nation’s most extensive U.S. Coast Guard base. Kodiak College provides face-to-face and distance education courses leading to occupational endorsement and undergraduate certificates, associate and baccalaureate degrees, college preparatory developmental education, adult basic education and GED preparation. The college also supports community-based instruction by providing tutoring, research and testing for special interest, dual-credit high school/college level courses, continuing professional education, vocational training and workforce development.

Matanuska-Susitna College

Located approximately 40 miles north of Anchorage about halfway between Wasilla and Palmer, Mat-Su College serves approximately 1,400 students per semester. The college houses a comprehensive library; science, computer, career and technical labs; a student advising center that includes financial aid assistance, veterans services and career and academic advising; a learning center; modern classrooms; and an art gallery for student and faculty shows. Mat-Su College is also home to the 520-seat Glenn Massay Theater, which hosts various events including plays, musicals, lectures, conferences, concerts, competitions, festivals, benefits, recitals, movie screenings, receptions and more.

Prince William Sound College

Prince William Sound College (PWSC) serves the vast Valdez, Copper Basin and Cordova regions. From its primary location in Valdez, about 300 miles southeast of Anchorage, PWSC provides access to various educational and training opportunities in a geographically rich, culturally diverse and inclusive environment. PWSC plays a unique role in protecting the Prince William Sound ecosystem through its extensive Fishing Vessel Training and related safety and preparedness training opportunities.

UAA has approximately 500 regular faculty and 400 adjunct faculty housed within five academic colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business and Public Policy, the College of Engineering, the College of Health and the Community and Technical College. The UAA Honors College, available upon acceptance to students with a 3.0 GPA or higher, emphasizes curiosity and experiential learning and empowers students to build an individualized pathway through tracks in community engagement, global and multicultural studies, leadership, and research and creative activity. Additionally, UAA hosts a School of Education, School of Nursing and Graduate School. UAA is devoted to undergraduate research through inquiry, discovery and creativity across all disciplines and within a global community of scholars. By fostering inspired teaching and engaged student learning, UAA advances student research and creative activities.

Sponsored research, creative activity, and service

UAA is experiencing growth and enhancement in the research enterprise, creative works, service and commercialization. UAA is pursuing a strategic approach to fostering, supporting and expanding faculty and student efforts and commercialization by creating a climate of innovation and collaboration. The growth is observed through a trend of increasing awards and amounts awarded since 2010. UAA’s research and service centers drive this progress. These include the Business Enterprise Institute, Arctic Domain Awareness Center, Alaska Area Health Education Center, Alaska Center for Conservation Science, Child Welfare Academy, Center for Human Development, Institute for Social and Economic Research and others.

Further, UAA’s portfolio of intellectual property and commercialization products continues to grow with annually awarded patents and continued engagement with two start-up companies through Seawolf Holding companies. Our faculty and research centers have shown their rapid ability to adapt and serve during the COVID-19 pandemic.

College of Arts and Sciences

UAA’s College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is the largest academic unit within the University of Alaska. It serves more than 8,500 students each semester in 37 different undergraduate degree programs as well as master’s and Ph.D. programs. It offers 23 major areas of study and more than 20 minor areas of concentration — from chemistry and communications to English or Alaska Native Studies. In addition, the School of Education is housed within CAS. It is home to more than 4,000 students and over 200 faculty at the forefront of their fields. It is a premier college within the University of Alaska system. It offers a high-quality liberal arts education in a public university setting. Its student voices are inquisitive, interesting and inspiring. Its faculty continue to engage with their students’ ideas and to push academic boundaries.

School of Education

UAA’s School of Education (SOE) prepares educators and supports professionals’ lifelong learning to be intellectually and ethically strong, resilient and passionate in their work with Alaska’s learners, families and communities. The SOE supports students pursuing undergraduate and advanced degree programs that are nationally accredited and recognized.

College of Business and Public Policy

The UAA College of Business and Public Policy (CBPP) is a dynamic academic resource that serves and reflects Anchorage, Alaska’s largest metropolitan community. Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), CBPP has impressive faculty who bring a wide range of academic and industry expertise to students and community partners through a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in business, economics and public policy as well as several professional occupational endorsement and certificate programs. 

College of Engineering

UAA’s College of Engineering (CoEng) has grown nearly 400% over the last two decades. The college currently teaches more than 1,000 students, offers eight degree programs and grants associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees in engineering, computer science, project management and geomatics. The college graduates about 175 students per academic year, with the majority of these students achieving a Bachelor of Science degree. CoEng is poised to become globally prominent in research and education and is ranked No. 60 by U.S. News for Best Undergraduate Engineering programs. The Engineering and Industry Building opened in September 2015, and the revitalization of the original building renamed the Engineering and Computation Building, was completed in the fall 2016.

College of Health

The UAA College of Health (COH) is the University of Alaska’s hub for academic programs and research related to health and social services. Through its 54 academic programs, wide-ranging research initiatives and strong community partnerships, the college has a pivotal role in training Alaska’s future health and social services workforce, and in improving health and well-being across the state. COH currently teaches more than 2,280 students in programs at 13 UA campuses across Alaska and graduates approximately 950 students each academic year. The college is the largest recipient of external funding at UAA and contains six specialized centers focusing on research, policy and community development. The Health Sciences Building, opened in 2011, features a state-of-the-art simulation center and a range of other specialized facilities for clinical education — many of which are unique in the state.

School of Nursing

UAA’s School of Nursing (SON) prepares students for current and future roles in local, state, national and global arenas. The mission of SON is to promote the health and well-being of people and communities by fostering excellence and innovation in nursing education, research and health care. SON offers undergraduate programming in 15 different Alaska communities.

Community and Technical College

UAA’s Community and Technical College (CTC) provides pathways to a bright future through education. From diverse courses, programs and services, Alaskans and others can choose a study program leading to an occupational endorsement, undergraduate certificate, associate or bachelor’s degree.

Honors College

UAA’s Honors College administers, coordinates and advances active learning and undergraduate research opportunities for students across the campus. In partnership with all of UAA’s colleges, the Honors College helps students develop their leadership and academic skills to reach their full potential.

Graduate School

UAA’s Graduate School manages and oversees graduate programs across all academic units. UAA offers nine doctoral and 23 master’s degree programs as well as nine graduate certificate programs. UAA offers cooperative/collaborative graduate programs with the University of Alaska Fairbanks, the University of Washington Medical School, Idaho State University, East Carolina University and Creighton University.

Campus Life

Surrounded by urban life and wilderness, UAA is a gateway to innovative thinking, learning and exploration. Students at UAA come from Alaska’s towns, cities and rural communities, from all 50 states and U.S. territories, and over 30 countries. Alaska communities embrace the cultures, ethnicities, politics, experiences and goals of a diverse group of people united by respect for others and a deep commitment to education. UAA students experience hands-on education in and out of the classroom. UAA encourages students to explore the array of resources and activities available to them through living on campus (Anchorage/Kenai/Valdez) and participating in clubs and organizations, student government, social and recreational activities, community service, recreational sports and athletics.

Athletics

UAA Athletics serves our Anchorage campus, our city and Alaska by fielding competitive NCAA teams in 13 sports and providing recreational opportunities for students, faculty and staff. More importantly, UAA student-athletes, approximately 184, routinely perform at high academic levels, most recently recording a collective 3.51 GPA, and 65 student-athletes recording perfect 4.0 marks for fall 2024. UAA is a proud member of the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC), Western Collegiate Hockey Association (WCHA), Mountain Pacific Sports Federation (MPSF) and Rocky Mountain Intercollegiate Ski Association. UAA athletics brings student-athletes from all over the world to participate in NCAA Division II M/W basketball, M/W cross country, M/W skiing, M/W track and field, and women’s volleyball as well as NCAA Division I women’s gymnastics and men’s ice hockey.

Anchorage has a population of nearly 300,000, representing approximately 40% of the state. The city is nestled between the Chugach Mountains and Cook Inlet and enjoys a moderate maritime climate. The average winter temperature is around 20 degrees and the average summer temperature is around 65 degrees. On summer solstice, Anchorage has approximately 20 hours of daylight, and on winter solstice, five-and-a-half hours of daylight. The city offers easy access to state and national forests and parks, year-round outdoor recreation and unsurpassed natural beauty.

Anchorage is known for its cultural sites and exceptional quality of life. Anchorage residents have access to world-class arts, entertainment, fine dining and recreational activities. A culturally rich city, Anchorage is one of the 100 largest school districts in the United States, and more than 100 different languages are spoken here, including Hmong, Samoan, Filipino and Yup’ik. Minority students comprise more than 50 percent of the student population. Anchorage has a network of more than 250 miles of hiking, biking, skiing and dog-mushing trails. The city also has more than 120 municipal parks. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy downhill skiing and snowboarding, snowshoeing, ice skating, cross-country skiing and ice hockey in the winter. In the summer, residents hike, fish, kayak, pick berries, mountain bike, bird-watch, run races and climb mountains. Each year, hundreds of concerts, plays, operas and Broadway shows are performed. Anchorage is the home to the Anchorage Museum (and Discovery Center), Anchorage Public Library and Alaska Native Heritage Center.

The Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is the largest in Alaska. It serves nearly five million passengers each year and offers convenient flights to destinations in the Lower 48 and international destinations. The city is strategically located where 90% of the industrial world can reach Anchorage in less than 9.5 hours.

The chancellor serves as UAA's chief executive officer, responsible for all aspects of administration as delegated by the University of Alaska system president and regents. This pivotal leadership role advances UAA's 2027 Strategic Plan while building the foundation for a coherent tripartite vision of teaching, research and service that extends well beyond 2027. Internally, the chancellor leads UAA’s administration of quality instruction, academic research and sponsored activities, outreach, finance, operations and safety by engaging employees across the institution to support academic and institutional goals with clear metrics for success. Externally, the chancellor stewards UAA's reputation and relationships while developing new philanthropic and research sponsorship opportunities.

In their capacity as an ex-officio University of Alaska Foundation member, the  chancellor will collaborate on fundraising campaigns and actively participate in outreach and fundraising initiatives. 

UAA seeks a leader who balances decisive action with thoughtful decision making — someone who values diverse perspectives from administrators, staff, faculty and students to inform executive decisions and foster a sense of common purpose. The successful candidate must address immediate organizational needs and advance existing aspirations outlined in the UAA 2027 Strategic Plan. Additionally, they will guide future strategic planning to position UAA as the state’s dual mission university critical to the UA System’s role of meeting the state’s workforce needs. 

We put students first.

UAA's new chancellor will join an institution deeply committed to student support and success. The chancellor will oversee initiatives to enhance entry-point experiences, eliminate institutional barriers, implement proactive student outreach and advising systems and develop comprehensive guidance for engaged learning opportunities across the university and in the community.

We embrace our role as a trusted and respected community partner.

UAA's new chancellor will engage with and earn the trust of communities throughout the Southcentral region and state by developing relationships that bridge UAA's communities and campuses. The chancellor will conduct outreach to build and maintain external stakeholder relationships critical to UAA's success. These essential partnerships include secondary educational institutions, community and corporate partners (often led by alumni), local, state and national policymakers, private donors and fellow university leaders both nationally and internationally.

We positively impact communities and the world through innovation.

UAA's new chancellor will champion the continued advancement and support of UAA's well-recognized research, innovation and creativity initiatives. As a visionary leader, the chancellor will expand opportunities for faculty and students to engage in research and creative activities aligned with UAA's areas of expertise while fostering a culture of excellence. The successful candidate will also highlight and strengthen the diverse ways UAA staff, faculty and students contribute professional expertise and value across our shared communities.

We accelerate excellence through continuous improvement.

UAA's new chancellor will develop comprehensive programs for mentoring, support and professional development of faculty and staff at all organizational levels. These efforts foster strong teams and ensure a campus working environment that supports a student-centered learning experience and positive working conditions. Through ethical leadership rooted in transparency and shared governance, the chancellor will establish systems that enhance employee engagement and commitment to UAA's shared goals. The chancellor will actively engage with faculty and staff to leverage their expertise in addressing university challenges and work closely with colleges to highlight faculty excellence, promote program quality and enhance UAA's reputation throughout Alaska and the region. 

Aligned with the Board of Regents Systemwide Attainment Framework, UAA's new chancellor will prioritize strategies for broad-based recruitment and student body growth. This systemwide framework includes local Southcentral and statewide high school students, returning or nontraditional students, international and out-of-state students. These efforts will strengthen UAA’s financial sustainability and position the university as a destination of choice for traditional and nontraditional students eager to enhance Alaska’s communities and economy. The chancellor will strengthen recruitment efforts by championing a learning environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, supported and enriched by opportunities to apply and advance their learning and careers.

As part of UAA’s commitment to access, affordability and excellence, the chancellor will elevate degree and certificate opportunities tailored to the needs of Alaska’s students, ensuring programs are accessible both geographically and financially. The chancellor will lead coordinated efforts to increase enrollment in UAA’s eLearning programs by broadening online and hybrid offerings while simultaneously supporting the growth of on-campus enrollment. To achieve these goals, the chancellor will secure and allocate resources for effective instructional technologies, comprehensive faculty and staff development and the upkeep of high-quality classroom learning environments.

The successful candidate must articulate and inspire a clear vision for a comprehensive, open access, public university. They must demonstrate a proven record of securing community and philanthropic support through established relationships, an appreciation for shared governance, collaborative decision-making, the ability to build and sustain relationship networks, and skill in working effectively with diverse stakeholders.

UAA’s next chancellor must embrace an ethical leadership style that drives transformational change. As the higher education sector faces increasing competition, declining student populations and financial constraints, the next chancellor will need to guide the institution through these challenges while boosting overall student enrollment, retention and graduation rates. UAA seeks a trustworthy leader who can inspire creative problem-solving and engage and retain staff and faculty committed to innovation and excellence.

• Significant senior-level leadership in complex organizations.
• A master’s degree from an accredited institution, with an earned doctorate or other relevant terminal degree preferred.

Commitment to Alaska

• Strong connection and commitment to Alaska, its lands, urban and rural communities, and its people.
• Understanding and appreciation for Alaska's history and Alaska Native cultures.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build consensus among university stakeholders, cultivate a positive shared vision and strategic plan and galvanize Alaskans to support and achieve UAA's goals.

Catalyst for transformation

• Demonstrated experience leading and serving broad, complex organizations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and transparently while exhibiting confidence and humility.
• Proven track record building morale and providing stability within communities.
• Skilled listener with an active campus presence, engaged with faculty, students, staff, alumni and diverse communities that surround and support UAA and its community campuses.

Prudent resource management in service of institutional goals

• Ability to drive UAA's financial strategy, ensuring adequate resources and acceleration of strategic initiatives.
• Skills to maintain UAA's positive trajectory in student success and enhance its tradition of excellence in teaching, research, community engagement and athletics.

Academic leadership qualities

• Authentic higher education experience with the ability to distinguish between the role of chancellor and provost.
• Understanding of the role of research and inquiry in academia.
• Appreciation for UAA's unique multi-campus system.

Student-centered leadership 

• Ability to lead faculty and staff through integrated programs and services focused on student success.
• Established pattern of welcoming and fully supporting students from recruitment through graduation and beyond.

Advocacy for UAA and the University of Alaska

• Astute advocacy skills with ability to build consensus and foster collaborative relationships across all UAA campus communities and throughout the University of Alaska system.
• Ability to readily communicate the benefits of UAA and the University of Alaska system to all Alaskans.

Ambassador for university partnerships and philanthropy

• Understand and communicate higher education's role in supporting workforce and economic development.
• Ability to build and maintain mutually beneficial strategic partnerships with business, health care, military and other sectors.
• Skills to develop a culture of philanthropy among parents, alumni, faculty, staff, partner organizations, local and regional communities and other external stakeholders to secure new financial support.

Leadership and interpersonal competencies 

• Exceptional leadership, communication and interpersonal skills with ability to model empathy, respect and active listening.
• Demonstrated passion for quality public higher education and capacity to establish institutional presence within the community.
• Unwavering commitment to student success.
• Understanding of shared governance among students, faculty, staff and administrators.
• Strong support for academic freedom with commitment to transparent and collaborative decision-making.
• Ability to establish strong, trusting relationships with the University of Alaska president, board of regents and fellow UA chancellors.
• Courage to address difficult issues while maintaining diplomacy and tact with internal and external constituents.
• Resilience and stamina characterized by enthusiasm, grace, confidence, charisma, critical listening, positive humor and personal humility.
• Persuasive writing and public speaking skills that instill trust, collegiality and mutual respect among diverse stakeholders.

Organizational and strategic competencies 

• Proven experience leading and managing resources of complex organizations and executive teams.
• Track record as an effective team builder who empowers collaborative leaders and shares accountability for strategic growth.
• Appreciation for academic excellence with broad leadership experience in university settings.
• Practical understanding of higher education business models and Alaska's state, federal and legislative processes.
• Success with institutional planning including budgeting, resource allocation and educational/facilities master planning across various timelines.
• Experience developing diverse revenue streams.
• Commitment to data-informed decision making and technology-enhanced performance management.
• Dedication to customer service excellence and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Understanding of higher education best practices related to federal policy, legal requirements, regulatory demands and collective bargaining.
• Ability to address diverse labor and employment needs while serving as the institution's visible public face even during challenging times.
• Appreciation for intercollegiate athletics' role in campus/community integration, academic excellence, sportsmanship and success.

UAA encourages applications from experienced leaders with a strong record of organizational success and executive-level management. While experience in higher education is valued, the university also welcomes candidates from nontraditional backgrounds — including business, industry, nonprofit, government and other sectors — who bring demonstrated leadership, a broad network that immediately brings value to UAA, a commitment to community engagement and the ability to build meaningful partnerships that advance UAA’s mission and impact across Alaska.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Review of application materials will begin on June 6, 2025. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.

Applicants should submit a CV, cover letter, letter of interest, and contact information of three (3) professional references. Email submissions are strongly encouraged. Nominations will be handled confidentially and should include the nominee’s name, position and contact information.

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