UAF Department of History

UAF Department of History Discover how past events shape today’s world.

At America’s Arctic university, our majors gain research, writing & analytical skills with close faculty mentorship—building skills that prepare students for success in any field.

🏔️ History students and alumni: Looking for a leadership opportunity where you can help bring Alaska’s past to life?Gold...
07/16/2026

🏔️ History students and alumni: Looking for a leadership opportunity where you can help bring Alaska’s past to life?

Gold Dredge 8 is hiring a General Manager to lead operations at one of Interior Alaska’s most well-known historical attractions.

If you enjoy history, public engagement, museums, heritage tourism, or sharing stories about Alaska’s past, this could be a unique opportunity to combine leadership with your passion for history.

The position oversees daily operations, visitor experiences, tours, the gift shop, and staff leadership.

💰 Salary: $90,000–$110,000/year

If this sounds like a good fit for you or someone you know, check out their page.

The CLA StoryWorks Field Intensive gives students the chance to capture research as it happens, preserving process, cont...
04/29/2026

The CLA StoryWorks Field Intensive gives students the chance to capture research as it happens, preserving process, context and narrative in real time.

📍 Fairbanks + Tok, Alaska
📅 June 7–13, 2026
👥 4 students selected
💰 All expenses covered + $1,000 compensation

🗓 Apply by May 1 at 5pm AKST
👉 https://forms.gle/VDqDPHtrPLDyNnBs9

Made possible by Transformative Experience Funding.

History isn’t just written—it’s uncovered. The CLA StoryWorks Field Intensive offers students the chance to document arc...
04/07/2026

History isn’t just written—it’s uncovered. The CLA StoryWorks Field Intensive offers students the chance to document archaeological fieldwork connected to Alaska’s past.

📍 Fairbanks + Tok
📅 June 7–13
💰 All costs covered + $1,000 compensation

👉 Apply now: https://forms.gle/VDqDPHtrPLDyNnBs9
🗓 Deadline: May 1

What can early modern maps really tell us? At our recent lecture, Dr. Erika Monahan explored the first atlas of Siberia ...
04/03/2026

What can early modern maps really tell us? At our recent lecture, Dr. Erika Monahan explored the first atlas of Siberia and challenged us to rethink maps not just as representations, but as sources of environmental knowledge.

From sea ice patterns to winter travel routes, these maps reveal how people understood and navigated the Arctic centuries ago.

📰 Read the full story:
https://www.uaf.edu/cla/news/2026/reading-ice-between-the-lines.php

🎥 Watch the lecture:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-iMGeoGphEk&list=PLw395h2mHyFbtOplFpOIBGLtD41Z9yGAG

We invite you to help shape the future of the UAF College of Liberal Arts. Join us as finalists for the CLA dean positio...
03/23/2026

We invite you to help shape the future of the UAF College of Liberal Arts. Join us as finalists for the CLA dean position present their vision for the college. Attend in person or via livestream, ask questions, and share your feedback.

📅 Public Presentations (8:30–9:30 a.m.)
• Dr. MaryTheresa Seig — Monday, March 30
• Dr. Alvin Malesky — Tuesday, March 31
• Dr. Carrie Baker — Tuesday, April 7

📍 BP Design Theatre (in person + livestream available)

Additional opportunities to connect:
• Faculty & Staff Meet and Greet: 2–3 p.m.
• Student Meet and Greet: 3:30–4:30 p.m.

RSVP, livestream links, candidate info, question submission and feedback forms:
https://www.uaf.edu/provost/provost-units/cladean.php

Thank you to everyone who joined us tonight for “What Can You Do With a History Degree?”A special thank you to our wonde...
03/17/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us tonight for “What Can You Do With a History Degree?”

A special thank you to our wonderful panelists Mike Letzring, Carol Gray, Genova Boyd, Angela Linn, and Sid Ludwig for sharing their insights and experiences with students and the community.

We also want to thank everyone who came out in person and online to be part of the conversation. The Q&A was fantastic, and we loved hearing the thoughtful questions and discussion that followed the panel.

If you missed the event, don’t worry. A video recording will be released in about a week, so stay tuned.

Tonight: What Can You Do With a History Degree? History students develop skills that open doors across many fields. Join...
03/17/2026

Tonight: What Can You Do With a History Degree? History students develop skills that open doors across many fields. Join the UAF Department of History and Phi Alpha Theta this evening for a panel discussion featuring:

• Mike Letzring
• Carol Gray
• Genova Boyd
• Angela Linn
• Sid Ludwig

Our speakers will discuss how history prepares students for careers in law, museums, libraries, public history, and education, and how historical thinking can shape professional paths far beyond the classroom.

🍕 Pizza will be provided.

📅 Monday, March 16
⏰ 5:30–7:00 p.m.
📍 BP Design Theater
💻 Zoom: https://alaska.zoom.us/j/82975488176

We hope to see you there.

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1747 S. Chandalar Drive, 605 Gruening Building
Fairbanks, AK
99775

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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