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Department Websites
Requesting Updates
Updates can be requested anytime by sending an email to Kat at the CLA PIO Office at cla-pio@alaska.edu. While the PIO Office tries to answer each email as quickly as possible, please bear in mind that due to our team's commitment to servicing 18 departments, there are occasions when responses may be delayed. If you have not received a reply within two business days, please follow-up via email. Your inquiries are important to us, and we are dedicated to providing you with the assistance you need.
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Degrees & Programs Offered Pages
updated degree/program needs (new major/minor)
Student Resources
Are there any organizations/opportunities you want to make students aware of?
student clubs
connecting your socials <-> web
Alumni Stories
alumni- where are they now
alumni stories
Giving Pages
donor stuff (giving page, donor stories, etc)
Using your website to promote news & events
Research & Creative Activity
Highlighting Research & Creative Activity
The CLA PIO office is dedicated to highlighting our department's experiential learning opportunities and the groundbreaking research conducted by both students and faculty. By promoting these initiatives, we support UAF's mission to achieve R1 University status, emphasizing our commitment to excellence in research and education. Our efforts ensure that the innovative work within our department is recognized and celebrated, contributing to UAF's growing reputation as a leading research institution.
CLA Gems
CLA has a newsroom called "CLA Gems" to showcase the achievements, research, and exciting activities of our faculty, staff, and students. We use RSS tags to pull from this comprehensive archive and display relevant articles on department webpages, ensuring that our community's accomplishments receive the recognition they deserve. Gems are also often featured in the CLA eNewsletter as well as on social media. Anyone is welcome to submit a gem for feature by emailing the CLA PIO Office.
Publication Database
The CLA Publication Database is a comprehensive collection of scholarly and creative works published by UAF CLA faculty, staff, alumni, and students. This database showcases the breadth of knowledge and achievements within our college, highlighting the diverse and impactful contributions of our community. All UAF CLA-affiliates are welcome (and encouraged!) to contribute to the database.
Student & Faculty Research and Creative Activity
Each UAF CLA department will have dedicated pages showcasing student and faculty research, highlighting innovative work and achievements. This initiative makes our groundbreaking research easily accessible, supporting UAF's commitment to academic excellence. Keep the CLA PIO Office informed so we can celebrate your achievements!
Fine Art Archive
The College of Liberal Arts' Fine Art Archive is a repository showcasing past MFA and BFA thesis exhibitions hosted by our art department. This collection offers a glimpse into the artistic exploration and innovation of our talented students under the guidance of their department committee, presenting a diverse array of artworks, narratives, and expressions that reflect the richness of our community's experiences and voices.
Alumni Stories
Each UAF CLA department will have an Alumni Stories page dedicated to showcasing testimonials and success stories from graduates. These pages aim to enhance the appeal of each program to prospective students by illustrating the real-world achievements and career trajectories of alumni, providing valuable insights into the opportunities and outcomes available within each department.
Research Resources
URSA
URSA (Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Activity) at UAF supports and promotes undergraduate research and creative projects across all disciplines. In addition to student awards, URSA offers several funding opportunities for faculty and staff, including Mentor Awards, Community Engaged Learning Awards, and Technology-Related Equipment Funding. These awards recognize and support faculty and staff efforts to enhance student learning and research experiences.
Experts Guide
UAF is a leader in Arctic research, offering expertise on a wide range of circumpolar North issues. Our scientists can provide current, accurate information to journalists, policymakers, students, and educators on topics such as permafrost, Alaska Native languages, fisheries, and northern engineering, helping to make your projects successful.
If you would like to be considered for addition to the Experts Guide, please reach out to the CLA PIO Office.
Community Engagement
Work With Us tab
donor stuff (giving page, donor stories, etc)
community partnerships
Web Policy & Procedure
Update Schedule
It is important that we verify your contact information each semester.
Check your information on the "Contact Us" page on your department website. If you are part of multiple departments, please be sure to check it in both places. In particular, check your office number, phone number, office hours. If any changes need to be made, send those changes to your department administrator.
Other items should be updated yearly.
UA Directory. See the how-to here.
You can update your CV by sending the updated PDF to your department administrator. This can be done anytime.
It is time to update your headshot? Schedule an appointment with Sarah Manriquez, CLA PIO, at cla-pio@alaska.edu!
Faculty POC
The Faculty POC for web changes is a volunteer role that involves coordinating with the PIO on website updates. Having a designated POC ensures streamlined communication and management of requests, particularly crucial given our oversight of 18 distinct departmental websites.
Below are our current Faculty POCs by department. The Faculty POC can be changed simply by informing the PIO of the update.
Anthropology.........................................................
Arctic and Northern Studies..................................
Art.........................................................................
Communication.....................................................
English...................................................................
Foreign Languages & Literatures...........................
History...................................................................
Journalism............................................................
Justice..................................................................
Linguistics.............................................................
Music.....................................................................
Philosophy.............................................................
Political Science....................................................
Psychology.............................................................
Social Work............................................................
Theatre & Film.......................................................
Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies.......................
Justin Cramb
Brandon Boylan
Sasha Bitzer
Tori McDermott
Sarah Stanley
David Henry
Tyler Kirk
Lynne Snifka
Jerry Babcock
Patrick Marlow
Sarah McConnell
Seth Jones
Jeremy Speight
Cecile Lardon
Carol Renfro
Maya Salganek
Seth Jones
Google Analytics
You'll get a website report monthly
ADA/Accessibility
UAF is dedicated to making its website accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities. We follow important laws like Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Our websites strive to meet the top standards set by the W3C's Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level AA and the Web Accessibility Initiative Accessible Rich Internet Applications Suite (WAI-ARIA) 1.0 techniques to ensure a great experience for all users.
These are some of the things we do to enhance web accessibility
If you come across any changes that need to be made, please send them to Kat at the CLA PIO Office at cla-pio@alaska.edu
Branding Requirements
Per branding guidelines, All UAF websites must:
Use the UAF official web banner.
Include the name of the unit prominently near the top of the page.
Provide contact information for the unit, including address, phone and email.
Include required language in the website's footer:
UA notice of nondiscrimination:
The University of Alaska Fairbanks is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: Learn more about UA's notice of nondiscrimination.UA notice of web accessibility:
UA is committed to providing accessible websites. Learn more about UA’s notice of web accessibility.
Meet a minimum of WCAG2AA accessibility compliance. Content hosted on third-party resources/portals, as well as non-HTML content published on our website such as videos, forms, documents and should also be accessible.
The CLA PIO Office maintains internal written protocols for maintenance and ensuring accessibility standards are met.