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The ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥ is a premier university set in the heart of ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥â€™s largest city and across the south-central region; a place where culture, innovation and adventure converge. Roughly 12,000 students from all over the U.S. and 89 countries are currently pursuing their dreams at UAA. The unique location provides unparalleled access to valuable industry connections, Arctic research, outdoor recreation courses and more. Specialized academic programs facilitate a variety of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, including groundbreaking educational opportunities that positively impact the surrounding communities and kick-start successful careers.

UAA Mission
The ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥ (UAA) transforms lives through teaching, research, community engagement and creative expression in a welcoming environment. Serving students, the state, and the communities of Southcentral ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥, UAA is a comprehensive, open access, public university established on the ancestral homelands of the Dena’ina, Ahtna, Alutiiq/Sugpiaq, and Eyak/dAXunhyuu Peoples.
Vision
We are known as a university of distinction, transforming lives and communities.
Aspirations
- We put students first.
- We embrace our role as a trusted and respected community partner.
- We positively impact communities and the world through innovation.
- We accelerate excellence through continuous improvement.
Belonging
UAA recognizes and values our unique location in Southcentral ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥, the ancestral homelands of the Dena’ina, Ahtna, Alutiiq/Sugpiaq, and Eyak/dAXunhyuu Peoples.
We honor diverse experiences and perspectives—including differences in ideas, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, culture, nationality, age, disability, veteran and socioeconomic status—and strive to create welcoming and learning environments where all are treated with respect.
At UAA, fostering a culture of belonging is integral to excellence. A welcoming environment maximizes our potential for creativity, innovation, educational excellence and outstanding service to our communities.
Dena'ina Land Acknowledgement
Dena'inaq ełnenaq' gheshtnu ch'q'u yeshdu
translation: Helen Dick, Sondra Shaginoff-Stuart, Joel Isaak
"I live and work on the land of the Dena’ina."
reading: Sondra Shaginoff-Stuart