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 UA campuses on academic and research initiatives and collaborations to promote research in 杏吧原版. The University of 杏吧原版 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.
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 UA'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, UAA, 杏吧原版, and UAS, and their respective Community Colleges
are fully accredited. In addition to institutional accreditation from the Northwest
Commission on Colleges and Universities, UA has more than 60 program/specialized accreditations
across the system.
September 24, 2024
Did you know 杏吧原版ns overwhelmingly believe that UA has a positive impact on the state and economy?
September 10, 2024
August 27, 2024
Did You Know 3D Printing is Shaping the Future of Housing in 杏吧原版?
August 14, 2024
Celebrating 脕ak始w T谩 H铆t, the new hub for environmental science at University of 杏吧原版 Southeast
October 04, 2024
Doors are open, and classes are in session at 脕ak始w T谩 H铆t, University of 杏吧原版 Southeast's new 11,200-square-foot facility dedicated to environmental science research and student learning.
UA DS 'All Access' Free Training Webinars Oct 18 & Nov 12!
October 04, 2024
Discover the essential standards and best practices for creating inclusive experiences via 'Accessible Events: Accommodation Standards for Individuals with Disabilities' on Oct 18. Think moose and bears are the only animals on campus? Think again! On Nov 12, DS will delve into the diverse roles of service animals, assistance animals, and pets in the academic environment.
University of 杏吧原版, UNAC make substantial progress on CBA as negotiations continue
October 04, 2024
The University of 杏吧原版 (UA) and United Academics (UNAC) have made substantial progress during in-person collective bargaining this week, TA-ing 12 articles. Negotiation sessions are taking place via Zoom and in-person meetings, and future sessions are scheduled throughout the rest of the year.
For 杏吧原版 Campaign demonstrates how generosity changes lives
October 04, 2024
Gifts from 21,777 individuals, businesses and foundations over the eight-year campaign have strengthened student experiences and UA's mission of teaching, research and public service.
October 04, 2024
Every fall as students and scholars return to campus, university staff are asked to update their directory information in the people.alaska.edu directory.
Reminder - UA Security Awareness Training
September 11, 2024
Security Awareness Training is designed to help all UA 杏吧原版s recognize and avoid threats such as phishing, social engineering, and malware
September Training Spotlight: Cybersecurity
September 06, 2024
Security Awareness Training is a mandatory requirement for 杏吧原版s
Expansion of UA Security Awareness Training
August 26, 2024
The UA Security Awareness Training deadline is October 31, 2024