Jo Heckman

The mood was celebratory as the Board of Regents mingled with faculty, staff, students, university skiers and their community supporters at a recent gathering in Fairbanks. Earlier that morning, athletes and supporters had been heartened when President Jim Johnsen announced he would recommend the university not eliminate the skiing, indoor track or any other athletic … Continue reading Alaskans need to pony up for university sports

  This is a critically important time for the University of Alaska and the Board of Regents. The past year has been one of significant change: Strategic Pathways, budget reductions, and the challenges that come with making sure our university is focused on the strategic areas that will help us grow in a sustainable manner. … Continue reading University wants to hear from Alaskans

OPINION: It takes a great university to make a great state, and it takes great advocates and thinkers to support a great university.