OpenFieldUniversity of Alaska Anchorage · Anchorage, Alaska, United States
The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) is the largest public university in Alaska, nestled in the state's economic and cultural center between the Chugach Mountains and Cook Inlet. UAA is internationally known for its specialized research in Arctic and subarctic environments, cold climate engineering, circumpolar indigenous health disparities, aviation technology, and natural resource governance.
UAA comprises the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Engineering, College of Health, College of Business and Public Policy, and Community and Technical College. It operates unique research enterprises including the Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER), the Alaska Center for Conservation Science, and the ConocoPhillips Integrated Science Building.
Undergraduate admissions require high school graduation with a minimum 2.5 GPA (test-optional). Graduate applicants must hold an accredited bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA, submit transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a statement of professional intent.
Specialized engineering master's focusing on frozen ground mechanics, permafrost thaw mitigation, ice load engineering, and structural design in extreme sub-zero conditions.
Thesis-based graduate degree investigating marine mammal physiology, subarctic boreal forest dynamics, salmon fisheries management, and subpolar climate shifts.
CEPH-accredited public health program centered on addressing health disparities in rural Alaskan and circumpolar communities, environmental epidemiology, and indigenous wellness systems.
Advanced engineering curriculum addressing sub-arctic highway stabilization, earthquake resilient bridge structures, and foundation engineering on discontinuous permafrost.
FAA-approved collegiate aviation program equipped with flight simulators, modern fleet at Merrill Field, and radar air traffic control training tailored for extreme mountain and bush flying.
Practitioner-scholar program preparing licensed psychological associates with intensive clinical training focused on cross-cultural assessment, trauma recovery, and Alaska Native community wellbeing.
Professor of Biological Sciences
Department of Biological Sciences
Dr. Causey directs circumpolar Arctic ecological research, focusing on avian biodiversity, high-latitude zoonotic pathogen transmission, and marine bird respons...
View researcher profile ↗Professor of Civil Engineering
Department of Civil Engineering
Dr. Yang's research explores cold regions geotechnical engineering, permafrost mechanics, thermal insulation of transportation corridors, and non-destructive ge...
View researcher profile ↗Associate Professor of Population Health Sciences
Division of Population Health Sciences
Dr. Howell investigates circumpolar gerontology, indigenous aging disparities, community-based participatory health research, and dementia support in rural nort...
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