Unidentified: Mysterious art at UAA
There is an unidentifiable statue outside of the university bookstore that often goes unnoticed.
The statue depicts a little girl sitting on a rock...
When statues become scenery
When art becomes a fixture, does time erode meaning?
In 1999, Bright Bimpong was commissioned to make two statues for Rasmuson Hall. These curious statues...
Ancient Greek comedy, ‘Lysistrata,’ opens this weekend
It’s 411 BCE. The Peloponnesian War is ongoing. A woman named Lysistrata takes it upon herself to help stop the war by persuading other...
New, fictional Alaska TV show in the making
A small town in Southeast Alaska is home to approximately 8,700 people. That town is Sitka. It’s the same place that the rom-com “The...
Winterfest 2019 is coming: Competitions, painting, films and more
February and March are packed with plenty of things to do in the Anchorage area: Fur Rendezvous, the Iditarod, remembering what the sun looks...
Creativity celebrated in Youth Art Month
Approximately 800 Anchorage School District students will have their art displayed around Anchorage for Youth Art Month.
Youth Art Month is a national program under...
The perfect date for a date: Valentine’s weekend calendar
Valentine’s day is Thursday, Feb. 14. If you’re looking for date ideas for you and your new bae, longtime sweetheart or maybe just some...
Photos, art wanted for Parking Services’ contests
It’s a while from now, but soon enough, it’ll be August and the fall semester will begin. And after registering for classes, there’s another...
Ceramics take over the Hugh McPeck
The Clay Body Ceramic Invitational exhibit in the Student Union’s gallery is full of unique, ceramic artwork created by the Clay Body Club and...
Learn money, earn money
The $avvy $eawolf $eries is back on UAA grounds for its 11th semester of making students more financially literate. The series consists of workshops...
Glee Club is welcoming new voices
The Glee Club at UAA is in its ninth year as an a cappella singing community.
The Glee Club has been around since 2010; it...
Picking Up the Pieces: UAA ceramic artist Viola Armistead reflects on...
When Southcentral Alaska was struck by a 7.0-magnitude earthquake, Viola Armitstead had two concerns in mind; the immediate safety of her family… and the...
A month’s worth of holiday cheer
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and a wonderful chance to participate in local events. Luckily, Anchorage has got you covered for...
The classic tale of the Nutcracker gets a twist
The Nutcracker is a family-friendly, holiday classic. But how many times can the tale be told before it becomes lackadaisical? Pulse Dance Company is...
Last First Friday of the year
It's the last opportunity in 2018 to check out First Friday with a wintry walk downtown. There's plenty to see and do, along with...
A ‘fun-filmed’ 10 days
The 18th season of the Anchorage International Film Festival is in full swing. The 10-day event, which began on Nov. 30 and will continue...
A one-stop shop for the holidays while supporting local artists
Looking for the perfect gift for everybody on your list this holiday season? The UAA Clay Body Club, the university’s student-run ceramics club, has...
‘New Kid’ sends important message to children disguised as humorous play
“New Kid,” the next performance on the UAA Theatre and Dance schedule, is a production aimed at Anchorage’s younger audience of elementary-aged students. The...
Poetry workshop to prepare students for annual conference
Sigma Tau Delta, the International English Honor Society at UAA, will host a poetry workshop and slam poetry reading on Nov. 28 . The...
Gobble ’til you wobble: Where to find fun, events, food this...
If you're like me, Christmas started on Nov. 1 — but, of course, that doesn't mean we skip over Thanksgiving. There's obviously a break...
Local Alaskan artist to showcase unique medium in ARC Gallery
Carol Lambert, an Alaskan resident since 1979 and an artist much earlier, is a prominent figure in the Alaskan printmaking community and is bringing...
Something for everyone at Tri Sigma’s holiday bazaar
For the second year in a row, the Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Sigma Sigma, or Tri Sigma, will host a holiday bazaar for all...
The core of Dance Club shines in Student Showcase
The dance studio in the Professional Studies Building will host the UAA Dance Student Showcase put on by UAA's Dance Club.
The production features 25...
‘Mr. UAA’: Good fun for a good cause
It's not too often that men are offered the chance to compete in pageants. “Mr. UAA” is just that opportunity.
Sigma Sigma Sigma, or Tri...
Biennial faculty art exhibition to show off talent in art department
Erudite Antics, the 11th UAA Faculty Biennial Exhibition returns to the Kimura Gallery on Nov. 12. The exhibition occurs every two years in order...
Annual fall career fair provides opportunities for networking
The annual UAA Fall Career Fair, hosted by Career Exploration & Services, will take place on Nov. 8. The event offers students, alumni and...
UAA’s rising star: Meet Devan Hawkins
“I’m addicted ,” said Devan Hawkins. “Nothing makes me more frustrated but nothing makes me happier."
Hawkins, a senior studying social work at UAA just...
‘The Human Condition’ aims deep but falls flat
A collection of four short films revolving around motifs of choice and hard-earned life lessons, “The Human Condition” by Anchorage-based media film marketing agency,...
Suit-up and dress for success
JCPenney and UAA are teaming up to help students and alumni find their next professional outfit for a discounted price.
The Suit-Up Event is a...
Hello Halloween
There's plenty to do this season whether it's trick-or-treating or getting the best costume together for a contest. Here are events happening on Halloween...