What’s your academic background? I have an academic background in biology and creative writing. As an undergrad, I studied ecology at Williams College and wrote my thesis about mutualisms between invasive species in the Northeast United States. Biology and Environmental Studies is what got me interested in farming and education, and along the way I…
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Meet Barry Piser, APU’s New Donor & Alumni Relations Specialist
What’s your academic background? Journalism & Public Communications at UAA including four incredible years at The Northern Light, the student newspaper. Who inspires you? My sons, Abe and Coen, inspire me to think about the future of Anchorage, Alaska and the world. My wife Tiffany, who works hard but efficiently, inspires me to think of…
Meet Ted Kincaid, APU’s New Digital Content Producer
Alaska Pacific University is excited to welcome Ted Kincaid to the Marketing and Communications Department. Ted brings more than 5+ years of marketing and communications experience to the team. His overall enthusiasm and zest for stories add a creative and youthful dynamic to the team. Let’s get to know a little more about Ted. What’s…
Photo Book: Empowerment Through Music
On Friday, March 1 the Leah J. Peterson Speaker Series hosted its final event in Rasmuson Hall entitled: Empowerment Through Music. During the event, Dr. Maria Williams explored the role of Indigenous song and dance during the Alaska Native cultural revitalization of the 1980’s and 1990’s. Below are a few moments captured during the final…
Photo Book: Empowerment Through the Performing Arts
On Friday, February 22 the Leah J. Peterson Speaker Series welcomed the Anchorage Vagina Monologues Director for a discussion on empowerment through performing arts. The panel discussed how the Vagina Monologues explores consensual and non-consensual sexual experiences, body image, genital mutilation, direct and indirect encounters with reproduction, sex work, and several other topics through the…
Photo Book: Empowerment Through the Visual Arts
The 3rd Annual Leah J. Peterson Speaker Series began Friday, February 15 with the first event in a three-part series entitled, Empowerment Through the Arts. The event focused on the visual arts including a panel discussion facilitated by James Temte. Indigenous Visual Artists Lindy Lyons, Sonya Kelliher-Combs, Holly Nordlum, and Joe Senungetuk discussed topics including…
APU to Launch Four New Degree Programs in the Fall
Anchorage, Alaska: Alaska Pacific University (APU) is excited to announce the launch of four new degree programs centered on developing culturally competent healthcare professionals. These new programs build upon a commitment by APU to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to enter Alaska’s healthcare workforce. This fall, students can elect to enroll in…
APU Alum Jason Thomas: Entrepreneur, Pili Hunter
Jason grew up in Barrow, Alaska exploring the state’s landscapes and participating in various outdoor adventures. He attended Alaska Pacific University and graduated in the Fall of 2002 with a degree in Outdoor Studies. Jason would continue his explorations around the world, but it was a kite surfing trip to the Philippines that ultimately lead…
Photo Book: 2018 Fall Commencement
On Saturday, December 8 APU held its Fall Commencement at the Wendy Williamson Auditorium. A dedicated group of undergraduate and graduate students walked across the stage to accept their diploma and begin a new chapter in their lives. Congratulations! We look forward to witnessing your impact on the world! Please enjoy this photo book highlighting…
Photo Book: Senior Project Week at APU
Last week, APU seniors put their days, months, and years of hard work on exhibit for the entire community to see displaying their senior projects in Carr Gottstein and Grant Hall. Topics ranged from remote weather stations and nature activity backpacks to resiliency in Indigenous communities and social media’s influence on avalanche forecasting. Please enjoy…
