Alaska Supreme Court rules against UA students in scholarship case, leaving issue to legislators
That means restoring a stable and long-term source of funding for the scholarships will require action by the Alaska Legislature.
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Judge upholds Gov. Dunleavy’s decision to liquidate UA scholarship fund
While Dunleavy has generally voiced support for the scholarships themselves, he’ll have the final say on whether the scholarship program lives or dies as long as he’s in office.
Alaska could miss out on millions of dollars for education because of cuts to the University of Alaska
As it currently stands the state could miss out about a third of the federal funds, a combined $129.5 million, because of the cuts to the University of Alaska.
Dunleavy appoints former GOP senator Ralph Seekins to UA Board of Regents
The 75-year-old car dealership owner will take the place of Regent Gloria O’Neill for an eight-year term that concludes in 2029. O’Neill, who is the President and CEO of Cook Inlet Tribal Council and lives in Anchorage, was appointed to the position in 2013 by former Gov. Sean Parnell.
UA President Pitney seeks stability and certainty for students, faculty amid cuts
A stable university is one that people will attend, she says.
Regents select Pat Pitney as interim president of the University of Alaska
Pat Pitney will be heading back to the University of Alaska.
UA Regents name five finalists for interim president, all with ties to UA
Whoever gets the job will be tasked with navigating the University of Alaska system through continued financial turmoil—brought on by continued funding cuts handed down by Gov. Mike Dunleavy as well as the financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic—all while trying to mend infighting in the university system.
Legislators commend Johnsen for his time at UA: ‘He was saddled with the impossible task’
The folks who wrote the checks felt like Johnsen had done a pretty alright job.
Breaking: Besieged University of Alaska President Johnsen has resigned
The resignation comes a week after the union representing UA faculty called for his resignation.
UA faculty union calls for Johnsen’s resignation after foray with Wisconsin
During the interview process with Wisconsin, Johnsen was critical of Alaskans’ refusal to pay taxes.