University of Alaska Anchorage Sara Childress

About

The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) is a comprehensive public university located in Anchorage, Alaska, and is part of the University of Alaska System. Established in 1954, UAA has grown into the largest institution of higher education in the state, serving a diverse population of students through a wide range of academic and professional programs. It offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s degrees, and certificates across many fields of study, with a mission to transform lives through teaching, research, community engagement, and creative expression in a welcoming environment. Situated in Alaska’s largest city, UAA provides students with unique opportunities to engage with both urban and natural environments, combining academic learning with real?world experiences tied to local industry needs and the state’s distinctive cultural and geographic setting. The university serves not only students from across the United States and the world but also plays a central role in supporting the people and communities of Southcentral Alaska through education, workforce development, and research. UAA’s mission emphasizes open access, striving to make higher education attainable and relevant for all learners. It fosters inclusive excellence by honoring the ancestral lands of Indigenous peoples and valuing diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. The university’s vision is to be recognized as a university of distinction, transforming lives and communities through innovation, service, and continuous improvement. The institution operates multiple campuses in the region, including Kenai Peninsula College, Kodiak College, Matanuska?Susitna College, and Prince William Sound College, broadening educational reach throughout Alaska. These campuses enable UAA to offer accessible programs tailored to local workforce needs, including applied sciences, health, business, education, engineering, and community?focused disciplines.

Industries Served

Education and Teaching, Healthcare and Allied Health Services, Business, Management and Entrepreneurship, Engineering and Applied Sciences, Information Technology and Cybersecurity, Public Service and Government, Social Services, Environmental and Arctic Research, Hospitality, Tourism and Aviation, Maritime and Transportation Industries, Energy and Natural Resources, Justice and Safety, Arts, Communication and Media, Indigenous and Cultural Studies, Workforce Development and Professional Training