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July 2021
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Welcome to 2021 Rendezvous
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We've got a mix of virtual and in-person events for this year's ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Alumni Association reunion, July 22-24. We hope to celebrate our alumni and welcome you back to campus. I hope to see you soon!
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Theresa Bakker ÃÛÌÒÓ°ÏñAA Executive Director
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Virtual Kickoff
Thursday, July 22 Noon
First, join us on online for a virtual tour that highlights recent additions to campus, including the new bowhead whale exhibit at the UA Museum of the North and the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Esports Center.
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After the virtual tour, experience an alumni gaming event hosted by the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Esports crew. Players will need a tablet or smartphone with internet access. No experience required!
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Join us for a series of silly games where you can share your funniest ideas. Answer prompts such as "The best way to impress an alien from Mars..." or "The hit song from 'Recycling: The Musical.' " It will be a fun competition full of laughs, and a chance for you to get answers to questions about esports at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ!
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Check out the reunion webpage for links. Make your plan to attend as many events as possible!
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Outdoor Open House
Thursday, July 22 2 p.m.
If you are in Fairbanks, find the alumni team outside Constitution Hall. Pick up your 2021 Nanook Rendezvous goodies and treats. You'll want one of our brand new ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Alumni tees, plus we'll have magnets and other stuff.
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And grab a map of the new features on campus. You can explore them on your own personal tour.
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Fairbanks Friday
Friday, July 23 All day
Support locally owned businesses that support ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ by picking up some takeout. Meet up with fellow alumni, family and friends at your favorite spot on campus or around town.
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Participating businesses include , , , and .
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One of our proud traditions is hosting ÃÛÌÒÓ°ÏñAA Nanook Night.
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See the Goldpanners!
Friday, July 23 7 p.m.
Join us for Nanook Night at the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Goldpanners baseball park. Invite your family and friends. Meet students athletes and coaches. There will be prizes, and the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Bookstore will be there, too. Get your free admission ticket here (PDF).
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Be sure to wear your Nanook blue and gold.
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Golden Days parade
Saturday, July 24 10 a.m.
As part of our Nanook Rendezvous alumni reunion, we invite you to attend the annual . This year, it's a reverse parade at the Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds. ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ will be there to welcome you and lead your cheers for Nanook Nation. Show your pride by wearing your ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ gear and touring the entries.
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See you soon, #NanookNation
Throughout the weekend, reunion attendees will have free admission to the Student Recreation Center on campus and a discounted admission to the University of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Museum of the North.
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Let us know if you have any questions. For more information, visit the reunion website or email uaf-alumni@alaska.edu.
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