Devil’s Club Research Provides Valuable Undergraduate Opportunity

AJ Schultz, Editor A UAS team is researching the medicinal properties of Devil’s Club, and its possible role in treating various types of cancers. Brian Barth, UAS Professor of Genetics, is leading the research, working closely with undergraduate research assistants Grace Igel and Ashley Murphy. “You know, indigenous peoples have been using Devil’s club for centuries upon centuries to treat a variety of ailments,” Barth … Continue reading Devil’s Club Research Provides Valuable Undergraduate Opportunity

UASWhalesongOctober 19, 2023October 19, 2023Leave a comment

Local Coverage, News, Podcast

Exploring Mendenhall’s Worst Flood Yet

JUNEAU, Alaska — In early August, an outburst of glacial water from Suicide Basin flooded Juneau’s Mendenhall River, destroying one home and rendering several others uninhabitable. This was a historic flood for the Mendenhall, as the area has never experienced erosion this severe. Aaron Jacobs, Senior Service Hydrologist at the Juneau National Weather Service, said in a statement: This flooding event was historic in an … Continue reading Exploring Mendenhall’s Worst Flood Yet

UASWhalesongSeptember 27, 2023October 25, 2023Leave a comment

Features

Frustration: a common side effect from reading

Students who feel frustration from reading should approach the task like a sport with faculty as the coach By RICHARD MCGRAIL Staff Writer, UAS Whalesong There are many reasons why reading can be frustrating, but a big one is focus, namely, being able to understand what a text is saying, instead of just recognizing words on a page. Maria Romfoe, an exchange student from the … Continue reading Frustration: a common side effect from reading

UASWhalesongOctober 12, 2017October 11, 2017Leave a comment

Features, UAS Study Away

Study Away: Monterey Bay, California

Alexandria Waldschimidt explores California’s coast during National Student Exchange. BY ALEXANDRIA WALDSCHMIDT for the UAS Whalesong During last spring semester I was able to travel around California, be a part of a larger student body, and all while, worked on my UAS degree. I did that by participating in one of UAS’s academic exchange programs – the National Student Exchange (NSE) and spent the semester … Continue reading Study Away: Monterey Bay, California

UASWhalesongSeptember 15, 2017September 13, 2017Leave a comment

Campus Life

Students get involved at Campus Kickoff 2017

Sep. 1 students, staff, and community members attend annual event. Continue reading Students get involved at Campus Kickoff 2017

UASWhalesongSeptember 14, 2017September 13, 2017Leave a comment

Campus Life, Features

UAS Student Government Campaign Week: Meet the Candidates

Jesse Miller What position are you running for? Vice President How do you plan to enhance student life at UAS? I’ve been working on being a voice for students so when issues comes up, we can make a direct appeal and work on making changes happen. Why are you running for student government? I’ve seen things that I wanted to change. And if those things … Continue reading UAS Student Government Campaign Week: Meet the Candidates

UASWhalesongSeptember 13, 2017September 13, 2017Leave a comment

Campus Life, News

College of Ed.: What’s Next for Students?

BY HOLLY FISHER
Staff Writer, UAS Whalesong

In the months following the decision to headquarter the College of Education at the UAS campus, students and staff have expressed concerns regarding how the changes will affect students and their degree programs. Continue reading “College of Ed.: What’s Next for Students?”

UASWhalesongApril 25, 2017April 19, 2017Leave a comment

News

Community Leaders Discuss Civility

BY ERIN LAUGHLIN
For the UAS Whalesong

Public Administration, journalism, and education professionals came together Feb. 23 at “Political Leadership and Civility” to discuss civility in the Last Frontier and their personal experiences in leadership.

UAS School of Management hosted the “Political Leadership and Civility” lecture at 360North as a part of their UAS MPA Lecture series. Those in attendance viewed and participated in the discussion in-person and over live webcasting. Continue reading “Community Leaders Discuss Civility”

UASWhalesongMarch 8, 2017Leave a comment

Features, News

Strategic Pathways In Brief

BY HOLLY FISHER
Staff Writer, UAS Whalesong

Strategic Pathways Phase 2 is currently in full swing reviewing possible changes to numerous elements within the UA system. Preliminary reports have been submitted for consideration on eight areas, four academic and four administrative.

In this and the next issue, I will endeavor to provide a succinct summary of what is on the table for each of the affected departments. My hope is to keep you informed until such a time as the information is more accessible to students. Continue reading “Strategic Pathways In Brief”

UASWhalesongFebruary 21, 2017February 20, 2017Leave a comment

Campus Life, Features, News

From the Chancellor’s Office: UAS Juneau Campus Shuttle Improves Safety and Access for Students

BY KENI CAMPBELL
For the UAS Whalesong

A new Juneau campus shuttle program has launched this semester, providing services between the Auke Lake campus, Anderson Building, Student Housing, and Recreation Center. The shuttle service is designed to improve safety for students, while also improving the ability to move between classes during a short passing period and access to campus services. Continue reading “From the Chancellor’s Office: UAS Juneau Campus Shuttle Improves Safety and Access for Students”