ÐÔÓûÉç

April 15, 2025
Daylight: 15:15:26

Week 14

Greetings!

Just two weeks to go! That’s all that stands between you and a bright future filled with so many exciting possibilities. You’ve put in so much hard work, navigating through heaps of challenges, and now you’re on the edge of a new adventure. It’s completely normal to feel the pressure, the weight of expectations, and maybe some uncertainty about what’s next. But think of that pressure as a positive push, a reminder of the amazing journey you’ve been on and the strength you’ve built along the way.

Don’t forget those late nights studying, the teamwork on group projects, and the moments of doubt that turned into success. Every experience has shaped who you are and prepared you for everything that lies ahead. Make sure you take time to enjoy these last few weeks — connect with your classmates, celebrate what you’ve achieved, and reflect on everything you’ve learned.

Remember, the future is in your hands! You’ve gained the knowledge, skills, and resilience to tackle whatever challenges come your way. Embrace the unknown with open hearts and curious minds! Be bold, be kind, and don’t hesitate to dream big or take some risks.

Things to know and do:

Graduating:

Hey Graduates! Just a friendly reminder about the 2025 Commencement Countdown! If you're graduating, you'll need to grab a stage pass to walk at the ceremony. Don’t worry; it's super easy and quick to register for it! Once you have your stage pass, you can print it out, take a screenshot on your phone, add it to your Apple or Android wallet, or save it as a file. Get ready to celebrate your big day!

Why get your stage pass?

• Because you earn it!!

• It's required to cross the stage!

• It will make your check-in at commencement quick.

• You can make sure your name is pronounced correctly.

• Your name, degree and honors will appear on the screen at commencement and on the live stream.

Attend Spring Fest:

Spring Fest is this coming weekend; it is one of my favorite weekends of the year! SpringFest is our way to celebrate not only the end of the long winter but also the warmth and our accomplishments of the year! The long weekend kicks off with a Free BBQ! While at the BBQ, you don't want to miss the Dance-off or the Watermelon drop! Following the kick-off, the weekend is packed with many more fun and exciting activities such as the SpringFest Carnival and Day of Service with SLI! There are so many things to do, watch, or participate in. Events start Thursday, April 17, and run through Saturday, April 19.

Register for summer and fall classes!

A summer class or two can greatly impact your degree plan. Financial aid may be available as well. Check in with a financial aid advisor, or submit a notification of . The is available now. Make sure to apply before the April 14 deadline. Summer classes are a great way to keep up with or work ahead on your Alaska Performance Scholarship or UA Scholars eligibility criteria.

Get a summer job at ÐÔÓûÉç:

All ÐÔÓûÉç Student jobs can be found online. Work. Make money. Take a class (or two). Enjoy Fairbanks and ÐÔÓûÉç in the summer! If you are not already one of the 1,370 student employees (!) at ÐÔÓûÉç, please consider joining the team! There are tons of open at ÐÔÓûÉç right now, and many positions have full-time opportunities over the summer. What are you doing this summer? Working for ÐÔÓûÉç over the summer can be awesome. You can enjoy the amazing summer in Interior Alaska, knock out a few classes, and build your resume all at once!

Take care of yourself:

You are entering the final miles of our long race. Take a moment to check in with yourself. How are you doing? Get rest where you can. Schedule a nap. Go to bed early. Resting your brain can mean moving your body. Get outside. How about your friends and fellow scholars? If your pace is strong, take a moment to look after those around you. We are nearly there. You are doing amazing!

As always, if there is something we can do better, email me at obguthrie@alaska.edu.

— Owen Guthrie, vice chancellor for student affairs and enrollment management