¡Me llegué en Anchorage (por fin)!

¡Hola todas! Soy Kate...y está vez escribo en Alaska. He estado muy ocupada este verano con muchas viajes a otras ciudades y me divertí mucho hablando con vosotros durante las ferias. Espero que les ayuden las materiales informáticas en su proceso de solicitud. También, si ha llenado una tarjeta informática o tuvo una hoja de "scanner" (en Chicago o Boise), más información de la Universidad llegará (por correo) bien prontito.
Yo hago un viaje la semana que viene a Philadelphia e Indianapolis. Este viaje es el último de este semestre. Estaré en Philadelphia entre el día 12 hasta el día 15 y en Indianapolis el 16 y 17. Abajo es una lista de las horas y fechas de estos eventos.

Viernes - el 13 de Noviembre
National Hispanic College Fair
9:30am-12:30pm
Localidad: University of the Sciences
Athletic Recreation Center
600 South 43rd St
Philadelphia, PA

Domingo - el 15 de Noviembre
Philadelphia National College Fair
11:00am-3:00pm
Localidad: Pennsylvania Convention Center
Hall B
1101 Arch St
Philadelphia, PA

Lunes - el 16 de Noviembre
Indianapolis National College Fair
9:00am-12:00pm
6:00pm-8:00pm
Localidad: Indiana Convention Center
Hall A
100 S. Capitol Ave
Indianapolis, IN

Back in Anchorage!

Hi there! It's Kate and I'm back in Anchorage for a whole week! This fall has kept me very busy with out-of-state travel, but it has been a wonderful time! I've really enjoyed meeting and talking with all of you at the fairs. I hope the information and brochures you picked up at these events are helpful resources for you to use in your college search. Also, if you filled out an information card or had a scanner sheet, be looking for more UAA materials to arrive in the mail soon!
Next week I leave for my last round of college fairs this fall. I'll be in Philadelphia from the 12th through the 15th, then in Indianapolis the 16th and 17th. Below are the dates and times of the events I'll be attending - hope to see you there!

Friday November 13th
National Hispanic College Fair
9:30am-12:30pm
Location: University of the Sciences
Athletic Recreation Center
600 South 43rd St
Philadelphia, PA

Sunday November 15th
Philadelphia National College Fair
11:00am-3:00pm
Location: Pennsylvania Convention Center
Hall B
1101 Arch St
Philadelphia, PA

Monday November 16th
Indianapolis National College Fair
9:00am-12:00pm
6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Indiana Convention Center
Hall A
100 S. Capitol Ave
Indianapolis, IN

Midterms

Over the last few weeks on campus students have been taking their midterms. Although, not all classes require students to take tests for their midterm, for example you might have to do a presentation for a class instead. For the classes in which you do take a test it is essential to be prepared for your own success.

To survive the dreaded midterms it is best to know your own learning style and what techniques work best for you personally. For example, I like to make a ton of flashcards for almost all of my classes. In addition, I work better when I can discus the learning material, or when I can teach someone else what I have learned. Also, make sure you have NO distractions around while you are trying to study, since distractions are an easy way to procrastinate. It is also nice to have water/coffee/tea/food… etc. around to keep yourself boosted.

Overall, your first semester in college is a trial and error time to discover what study methods work best for you. If you do not do well on a test do not worry! Just try again until you know how you work when it comes to studying and test taking. It defiantly took me a semester before I settled into my own personal routine.

Good luck and don’t get discouraged,

Lindsay

Hola...

...de Idaho. Hola todas, soy Kate y estoy en Boise. Este viaje está muy ocupado - tengo ferias cada día. Mil gracias a todos los estudiantes que vinieron al feria de Oregon-Idaho en Ontario, Idaho el lunes. Y también a todos los estudiantes, padres, y consejos que vinieron al Feria Nacional de Boise ayer. Todos tuvieron preguntas muy inteligetes y un gran interés para aprender más sobre la Universidad de Alaska. Tengo dos ferias más durante este viaje - en Idaho Falls y en Twin Falls. Nunca he viajado a estas ciudades, pues estará divertido para encontrar con todos los estudiantes y también para explorar estas localidades.
Aquí es la información específica sobre las ferias:

HOY - MIERCOLES 10/28
13th Annual Southeastern ID College Fair
Skyline High School Gymnasium
Idaho Falls
5:00-8:00

Jueves 10/29
Magic Valley College Fair
Twin Falls High School gymnasium
Twin Falls
5:00 - 8:00

Greetings...

...From Idaho! Hey everyone, it's Kate and right now I'm in Boise! This Idaho trip has kept me very busy so far. Thanks to all the students who came to the Oregon-Idaho Border Fair in Ontario, Oregon on Monday and to the students, parents, and counselors who attended the Boise National College Fair yesterday. We had an amazing response at both fairs - you all had great questions and I really appreciate the time you took to talk to me and learn about the University of Alaska! I've got two more fairs during this trip in Idaho Falls and in Twin Falls. I've never been to either city, so I'm really looking forward to meeting you at the fair and to explore your cities a bit!
Here's the info about these two remaining fairs:

TONIGHT - WEDNESDAY 10/28
13th Annual Southeastern ID College Fair
Skyline High School Gymnasium
Idaho Falls
5:00-8:00

Thursday 10/29
Magic Valley College Fair
Twin Falls High School gymnasium
Twin Falls
5:00 - 8:00

¡Hola todos!
Soy Kate, y hoy te escribo de Salt Lake City, Utah. Acabo de llegar ayer después de cuatro días en New Mexico. Mil gracias a todos los estudiantes y los padres que vinieron al Albuquerque Convention Center el dia 11 y también a los que vinieron al Santa Fe Community College el dia 13. Tuve la oportunidad para explorar estas ciudades hermosas un poquito y me divertí mucho. Espero que puedo volver al próximo año.

Pues, ayer llegué en Salt Lake City y hoy estoy visitando Snow College en Ephraim, UT entre 10-2. Manana, visitaré Salt Lake Community College entre 10-2 en el Student Union del Redwood Campus. Y finalmente, el sábado estaré representando UAA durante la feria regional en Juan Diego High School en Draper, UT. Las horas de la feria están entre 1-3:30pm. ¡Nos vemos allí!

Greetings from Salt Lake City

Hi there,
It's Kate again, and this time I'm writing to you from Salt Lake City! I just got up here yesterday after spending a few days at recruiting events in New Mexico. Thanks to everyone who came out of the Albuquerque Convention Center on Sunday the 11th and to the Santa Fe Community College fair on Tuesday the 13th! I had a wonderful time visiting both beautiful cities. The wonderfully sunny, 75 degree days weren't too bad either :)

So I arrived in Salt Lake City last night and today I'm visiting Snow College in Ephraim, UT until 2:00. Tomorow I'll be at the at Salt Lake Community College from 10-2 at their Student Center on the Redwood Campus. Then Saturday I'll be representing UAA during the college fair at Juan Diego High School from 1-3:30pm. Hope to see you at these upcoming events!!

Until next time,
Kate.

Anchorage College and Career Fair

Hello again!

UAA will be at the The Anchorage College and Career Fair today and tomorrow!

Monday, Oct. 12, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 3-4:30 p.m., 6-8:30 p.m.Financial Aid Workshops (Parents' Night) 6:30-7:30 pm. and 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, October 13 General Fair Hours 9am.-12:30 pm.Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center

Unsure what college you want to go to, yet alone what career you want? The 2009 Anchorage College and Career Fair on Oct. 12-13 may have all the answers you need. Over 100 colleges, universities and vocational schools from around the U.S. and Canada will be there to answer all of your questions.

This free event is open to the public. The fair will take place at the Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center. For more information, please call (907) 274-5522 or visit the sponsors Educational Opportunity Center Web site at the University of Alaska Anchorage.

Fairbanks College Fair

Greetings Everyone!

UAA will be at the The Fairbanks College and Career Fair will be held on Friday, October 9, 2009 at the Carlson Center from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Stop by and say Hi!

UAA Fall Preview Day

Are you a high school student interested in attending UAA? Do you have questions about applying, scholarships, campus life, and academics? Then come to Fall Preview Day at UAA on Friday, October 23! This event is designed for high school students and their guests to get all their questions answered about attending UAA.

During Preview Day students will have the opportunity to attend a class, explore majors, learn about clubs and organizations, discover more about UAA's honors programs, and take a campus tour. Parents and guests will be able to attend workshops that address their questions and concerns.

Preview Day is scheduled to run from 7:45am-1:00pm. Check-in begins at the Wendy Williamson Auditorium on the UAA campus at 7:45am. For more information or to register online, please visit www.uaa.alaska.edu/preview.

Lunch will be served to all students and their guests free of charge! Parking is also free to all attendees!

Bienvenidos a Minneapolis

¡Hola todos! Soy Kate y acabo de llegar en Minneapolis. Es una ciudad hermosa y estoy muy contenta con mi visita. Tengo un horario bien ocupado esta semana – 3 ciudades, 5 sesiones de ferias universitarias nacionales, y una feria nacional hispana en Milwaukee. Mañana, el 30 de Septiembre, estaré en el Minneapolis Convention Center entre 9am-12:30pm y luego entre 4:30pm-8pm. Y también jueves, el 1 de Octubre, estaré allí para otra sesión entre 9am-12:30pm. Pues, si tú o tus padres tienen algunas preguntas sobre UAA, nuestros programas, y/o Alaska, venga al Minneapolis Convention Center para hablar conmigo.

Aquí es un poco más información sobre mis eventos esta semana:

Friday 10/2:
Normandale Community College
9am-12pm

Saturday 10/3:
Chicago National College Fair
Navy Pier - Festival Hall Complex, Hall A
11am-3pm

Sunday 10/4:
Milwaukee National College Fair
Midwest Airlines Center - Exhibit Hall A
12pm-3:30pm

Monday 10/5:
Milwaukee National Hispanic College Fair
Pulaski High Gymnasium, Milwaukee
9:30am-12:30pm

Welcome to Minneapolis!

Hi everyone! It's Kate and I've just arrived in Minneapolis - it's great to be here! I've got a busy schedule this upcoming week: 3 cities, 5 NACAC college fair sessions, and the Milwaukee National Hispanic College Fair! Tomorrow (9/30) morning is the start of these festivities - come by the Minneapolis Convention Center from 9am-12:30pm and from 4:30pm-8pm and on Thursday (10/1) from 9am-12:30pm. I look forward to talking to you about UAA, our programs, events, and also what it's like to live and work in Alaska!

Here is some more information about where I'll be over the next week - if I'm in your area, stop by and say hello!

Friday 10/2:
Normandale Community College
9am-12pm

Saturday 10/3:
Chicago National College Fair
Navy Pier - Festival Hall Complex, Hall A
11am-3pm

Sunday 10/4:
Milwaukee National College Fair
Midwest Airlines Center - Exhibit Hall A
12pm-3:30pm

Monday 10/5:
Milwaukee National Hispanic College Fair
Pulaski High Gymnasium, Milwaukee
9:30am-12:30pm

Alaskan Winters

As we are passing through the fall months winter is rapidly approaching, and for students who have never experienced an Alaskan winter it can be an exciting new experience. If you love winter sports and activities, or just want to see snow for the first time this is definitely the place for you! There are a few tricks though for those who find the long dark days and chilly atmosphere not as tolerable as other people who love this frozen state.

1. Wear lots of warm layers. Scarves mittens and hats are some good things to have for when you are outside. Outside may be frozen but inside can be toasty, so as I said wear layers.
2. Stay active people! Some Alaskans like to hibernate through the winter months but if you do this you will miss out on so much. Go ice skating, watch a hockey game, see a movie, go sledding, join a club, take up knitting and knit yourself a scarf to stay warm…. Okay, I could go on and on about activities to keep you from hibernating.
3. If the seasonal darkness concerns you the Student Health and Counseling center can provide you with a S.A.D light. More information at:
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/studenthealth/
4. Some perks about the winter season: The Aurora Borealis, The Iditarod, Fur Rondy *An Alaskan Festival with events such as running of the reindeer,* Hot chocolate and gooey chocolate chip cookies, winters sports: snowboarding, skiing, sledding, ice hockey, ect.

If you would like to check out more about what goes on in Anchorage during the winter you can check out the Anchorage Visitors Bureau:
http://www.anchorage.net/

Stay Warm,

Lindsay

High School Visits

Hi everyone, it’s me, Kate! I just wanted to send a big thank-you to the schools I visited on the Kenai Peninsula last week! It was a great trip and I enjoyed getting to talk with so many of you about your plans and ideas for life after high school. I’ll be back down during the spring semester and look forward to seeing you all again. But, in the meantime, if you have any questions PLEASE feel free to email or call me! kate.miller@uaa.alaska.edu or 907-786-1489

I’ve got lots of high school visits planned over the next few weeks, so be sure to check out our Outreach Activities Calendar to see when I’m coming to your school! www.uaa.alaska.edu/futurestudents/recruitment_clndr.cfm

Until next time,
Kate.

Parking Tips!!

Hey, it is me Lindsay. Learning the ropes of the parking lots on campus can take a little while to get use to when first coming to school here. So, I will give you a few helpful hints about the parking situation.

I will admit that parking around campus can be less than fun at times, especially the first few weeks of school. As the semester goes on though the parking lots clear up because people stop going to class or drop their classes for example. *Side note: If you sign up for classes go!! It is your time and money you are wasting if you do not attend class.*

Tip # 1.) Arrive at the parking lot when people are getting out of class. If you do not do this you will just be circling around and probably not have too much luck. So, for example if your class starts at 2:30 arrive at 2:15 since there are 15 minutes between classes.

Tip#2.) Use the parking garages on campus. The one by the Social Science Building you can park top on the top floor for free or you can pay an extra fee to park any where in that garage. Also, by the Integrated Science Building there is a new parking garage for your use.

Tip#3.) The parking lot behind the Gordon Hartley Hall is always empty and it is not a further walk than it would be to park in another lot.

Tip#4.) With your student I.D. card you can ride the people mover bus for free. There is also an on campus shuttle that travels around campus, to and from the University Center, and aviation. If you want to avoid parking all together or if you are staying in the dorms and have no personal transportation definitely take advantage of those services for you as a student.

Other VERY helpful information can be found at these websites. Go look at them now :)

This website can tell you about how to purchase a parking permit and parking costs:
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/parking/

Here you can get the Seawolf shuttle schedule:
http://edit.uaa.alaska.edu/fcs/maintenanceoperations/operations/shuttle.cfm

UAA at the Alaska State Fair!

Come and find UAA faculty & staff at the UAA cabin on the red trail at the Alaska State Fair!

¡Bienvenidos!

¡Hola todos! Mi nombre es Kate y soy una representante de la Universidad de Alaska Anchorage. En este tipo de trabajo, puedo visitar escuelas secundarias para hablar con estudiantes, maestros, y padres sobre el proceso de solicitud a la Universidad y la vida universitaria. También hablo sobre los tipos de programas que ofrece UAA. Todavía estoy construyendo un horario de visita con las escuelas para este semestre. Si está interesado, busque en el calendario para chequear mi horario, aquí está el sitio de nuestra página web: www.uaa.alaska.edu/futurestudents/recruitment_clndr.cfm.

Si no vive en Alaska, pero está explorando las oportunidades de UAA, este otoño estoy viajando a varias ciudades del país. Representaré la Universidad durante las ferias universitarias nacionales en los estados de Minnesota, Illinois, Wisconsin, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Indiana, e Idaho. La información específica (como localidades, fechas, horas) está en el sitio arriba. También, en las ciudades de Milwaukee, WI y Philadelphia, PA representaré la Universidad durante una feria nacional hispana. Hay más información sobre estos eventos en el sitio de web (arriba) y también en la página de la feria – www.collegefair.info.

Fue un verano increíble – tuvimos temperaturas bien calientes (entre los 80 y 90 grados) e hizo so casi todos los dias (y sí, durante la noche también). Toda la gente quería estar afuera para explorar todas las aventuras que ofrece Alaska en el verano. Aunque quiero que el verano no termine tan pronto, me gusta mucho las visitas en las escuelas secundarias, las ferias nacionales, y lo más importante – hablar con estudiantes, maestros, y padres sobre todo que ofrece esta Universidad.
Hasta la próxima,
Kate.

Welcome Back!

Hi there! I’m Kate, an Outreach Specialist on the Recruitment Team here at UAA. As part of my job, I visit high schools all over the Alaska to talk to students, counselors, and parents about the process of going to college and the kinds of certificate and degree programs we offer at UAA. Now that school is back in session, I’m scheduling these visits. If you’re interested to find out when I’ll be at your school or to find out about upcoming events the Recruitment Team is hosting, check out our Outreach Activities page at www.uaa.alaska.edu/futurestudents/recruitment_clndr.cfm.

For those of you who live out of state and are interested in UAA, I may be coming to a city near you too! I’m representing UAA at various college fairs in Minnesota, Illinois, Wisconsin, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Idaho. The specific locations, dates, and times of these fairs can also be found on the Outreach Activities page. I will also attend two National Hispanic College fairs in Milwaukee, WI and Philadelphia, PA. If you are interested in learning more about these National Hispanic College fairs, check out the website above or go to www.collegefair.info.

While it was a great summer up here in Alaska with warm temperatures…lots of 80 degree days here in Southcentral – even up to 90! We had lots of long sunny days (and sunny nights too) that made everyone want to go outside and take advantage of the amazing weather! So even though our summer is winding down, I’m very excited for this upcoming Fall semester. I’ll keep you updated on my high school visits and out of state travels and hope to meet you soon!
Until next time,
Kate.

The real live college student introduction...

Hey, my name is Lindsay and I have been attending UAA since the fall after graduating from a local high school in 2006. My first fall semester at the college I came in as an undeclared student, but by the time spring arrived I declared Nursing. I have not lived in the dorms, but would highly recommend it to any incoming freshman, or even to any one who is thinking about wanting to stay there. My favorite food on campus is in the Lucy Cuddy Center. There I like getting French fries with the secret sauce. I think by now they may have an actual name for it, but I still call it the secret sauce. Mmm, I want some right now just thinking about it. The best study area on campus is the very top floor of the library. They have plugs in for the laptop, big comfy chairs and awesome lighting/views from the windows. Alright, so that is just a small bit about me for now.

Upcoming Excitement:

Coming up this Saturday is Campus Kick Off. I have not been since I started my freshman year, but I am very excited to go this Saturday. I am most excited about going to the Butt Sketches!! Campus Kick Off also offers free BBQ to UAA students, a club and vendor fair, comedian, and other various activities. P.S. this is a great way to meet some fellow students.

Ready for Campus Kick-Off?

Campus Kick-Off will be here before you know it! It's a great place to meet new poeple, grab some grub, and find out all the cool thing that make UAA FUN!

It's on Saturday August 22nd at 5 p.m. in the Cuddy Quad on our main campus.

Come by and say HI to the admission table!

See Ya There!

www.uaa.alaska.edu/studentlifeandleadership/campus-kick-off.cfm

Welcome to our new future Seawolf blog. If you are interested in attending the University of Alaska Anchorage this would be a good place to find helpful information. There is a lot to know about UAA and we will be using this tool to get the word out!

For instance, registration for summer and fall semesters is now open. All students who have applied for admission for these semesters may register now and we recommend you do so as soon as possible. It takes us about 3 days after you apply for admission to give you access to registration.

Classes fill up quickly at UAA register early!

• Contact your academic advisor to choose classes (Call 907.786.1480 for help finding your advisor or check out this link http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/advising-testing/upload/Advising-Contacts-2.pdf
• Go to UAOnline http://uaonline.alaska.edu/ and choose log into secure area
• Remember to read the screens carefully and call our office if you have any trouble

Welcome!