Student Success at UAF

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There are so many resources available to help UAF students be successful. Like tutoring and mentorship, comprehensive academic advising, library and study skills, math and writing help, support for first-generation students, students with documented disabilities, and more. Dulce not only accesses these resources, but as a tutor, she gets the opportunity to support other students too. Take it away, Dulce.

– Sweet. Thanks, Alex. What’s up, everyone? As a first-generation college student, I had no idea what resources were available or what my major would be. That’s until I found my community at TRIO Student Support Services, or SSS, here at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. I met one of the amazing SSS advisors during my 10-day orientation in navigating UAF, meeting new students, and taking a fun trip exploring Alaska’s wilderness. SSS staff helped me organize my classes into a manageable schedule. And the tutors helped me with tough assignments. Through their help, I’ve explored majors, resources, and received faculty guidance that helped me find my true passion, linguistics. We also have a computer loan program, food pantry, peer mentoring, and career and graduate school transition assistance. I felt so supported that I decided to give back by becoming an SSS tutor and peer mentor. SSS isn’t the only place with dedicated academic and financial support. Rural Student Services is a program dedicated to helping rural and Alaska Native students, who make up over 20% of UAF’s student population, transition into college. Incoming students are eligible for four-year scholarships based on merit and financial need through the Nanook Pledge and Commitment. Also, the new Student Success Center in the library will provide comprehensive advising to all first-year students, regardless of background. Thanks to the support I’ve received, I’ve started a new journey as UAF’s first student admitted into the accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s program for linguistics, and I’m so excited. Whatever background you’re from or major you choose, UAF Support Centers are ready to help you accomplish your goals. I’m so grateful to live in the beautiful city of Fairbanks where the scenery is amazing, and so is the support. Wishing you all the best, everyone. Alex, over to you.

– Thank you, Dulce. TRIO, Student Support Services, Rural Student Services, Disability Services, the Financial Aid Office, and the Student Success Center, sure are great resources for students. From scholarships to tutoring, students can count on support from UAF, and that is awesome.