Buildings and Campus

Akasofu Building access

Contact the IARC/Geophysical Operations Manager to discuss office space, storage space, building access, and telephone set up. You will receive an access key card that will allow you to enter the building outside normal hours (8 a.m.–5 p.m.). If required, you may also have your access card programmed to permit access to the Mather Library and the Commuter room after hours, as well as to access to the Lockers/Showers located on the first floor of the building.  

Campus map 

The core of IARC is physically located in the Syun-Ichi Akasofu Building, named after IARCs founding director Dr. Syun-Ichi Akasofu on the “West Ridge” of UAF campus. The Akasofu Building is in the upper left corner of the campus map.  

Conference rooms

Do you have an upcoming event? The Akasofu building offers six different conference rooms. See the IARC Conference Room webpage to check room facilities and availability. We do not offer rooms for classes, social events, receptions or vendors. 

Food venues 

UAF offers multiple food venue options all over campus. The UAF Dining webpage lists café options and locations so you can find lunch nearest you. 

Lab space

Please contact the Director's Office with specific questions about potential lab space use. It may also be necessary to contact other UAF departments to secure appropriate space for any lab-based research activities you plan to conduct. This is best coordinated through your supervisor. If your lab space is located within the IARC building, contact the IARC/Geophysical Operations Manager to obtain a lab key.

Library services

There are two libraries on the UAF campus: the Rasmuson Library on lower campus, and the Keith B. Mather Library on the ground floor of the Akasofu building. Additionally, you will have access to a variety of online catalogues and journals through the library websites. IARC faculty are encouraged to approach Mather library librarians for a tour and introduction to available resources. Our librarians are very helpful and knowledgeable, and are happy to assist in literature searches. 

Parking 

UAF requires that employees wishing to park a vehicle on campus purchase a yearly or semester parking decal. The annual decal fee for a single vehicle varies depending on the time of parking term you choose. Please visit UAF Parking for more information. Parking permits can be paid for through payroll deduction, or weekly and daily passes may be purchased from the parking permit kiosks located in parking lots throughout the campus. 

Recreation 

• The Student Recreation Center (SRC), located on lower campus, houses a weight room, running track, pool, climbing wall, and courts. Passes can be purchased on a daily, weekly, monthly, semester, or annual basis. 

• UAF Outdoor Adventures offers guided trips throughout the year and rents outdoor equipment such as kayaks, canoes, camping gear, and skiing & climbing equipment. 

• UA also sponsors a wellness program for faculty, students and staff. 

• The North Campus area behind West Ridge consists of approximately 1,100 acres of largely forested land on the north-to-northwest side of camps. The area provides valuable research, education, and recreation opportunities for the community. Winter use of the North Campus area has designated ski, walking, and snowshoe and dog-friendly trails. During the summer, trails are multi-use. Users are encouraged to follow trail etiquette and respect everyone’s right to use the trails.