Members of the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ legislature Rep. Dave Guttenberg and Sen. Joe Thomas present ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Film department head Maya Salganek with a copy of the proclamation. The state voted to continue to offer economic incentives for film and television producers to shoot in ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ. Salganek was vital in organizing a grassroots campaign that demonstrated strong support for the program. ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Photo by JR Ancheta

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  • Jamie Bear dressed in a toga with a golden laurel wreath on his head

    Outstanding and Unforgettable

    April 18, 2025

    Meet CLA's 2024-2025 Outstanding Students, recognized for academic excellence, leadership, and impact across ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ and their departments.

  • Zaniyah Chestnut performs in STRIKE! A Musical and Dramatic Revue

    Empathy in Every Role

    March 20, 2025

    Zaniyah Chestnut brings multiple roles to life in STRIKE!, finding inspiration and connection in the show's message. Performances begin March 21!

  • Hank Nuwer as Harry Fatt in the spring 2025 ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Department of Theatre and Film production of STRIKE! A Musical and Dramatic Revue. Photo by Kade Mendelowitz

    The Weight of Power

    March 17, 2025

    Hank Nuwer tackles power and justice in STRIKE! while continuing his fight against hazing. The ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ show opens in March--get your tickets today!

  • Musical Director Phillip Heilbron works with actor Zaniyah Chestnut during a rehearsal for the spring 2025 production of STRIKE! A Musical and Dramatic Revue

    Strike a Chord: The Power of Protest Music

    March 09, 2025

    Music Director Phillip Heilbron shares insights on arranging the powerful score for STRIKE! A Musical and Dramatic Revue, opening March 21 at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ.

  • Flyn Ludington directs STRIKE! A Musical and Dramatic Revue. Photo credit: Kade Mendelowitz

    Organize. Unionize. Harmonize.

    March 03, 2025

    Director Flyn Ludington shares her vision for STRIKE!, reflecting on its themes, inspiration, and the power of collective action in storytelling.

  • Scott Hartmann. Image courtesy of Scott Hartmann

    Indigenous Media Teaching Demonstration with Scott Hartmann

    February 22, 2025

    Join Scott Hartmann's teaching demo on Feb. 25th at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ. Explore Indigenous media and support diverse storytelling in Theatre and Film!

  • Tiny Beautiful Things card model by Kade Mendelowitz

    Illuminating the Stage: Kade Mendelowitz on Theatrical Design, Technology, and Community

    February 20, 2025

    ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ's Kade Mendelowitz shares insights on theatrical design, tech, and Fairbanks arts. See his latest work when STRIKE! opens March 21st.

  • 2023 Wood Talent Grant recipients and donor, from top left, clockwise: Amy Edler (Art), Edward Brown (Music), Hannah Greene (FLPA), Trysh Womack (FLPA),  Karen Parrish (donor), Seamus Knight (FLPA)

    Wood Talent Grant

    February 17, 2025

    Apply for the Wood Talent Grant at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ! Open to Music, Art, and Theatre & Film students with exceptional talent. Deadline: March 1st, 2025.

  • Princess Daazhraii Johnson. Photo courtesy of Johnson

    Indigenous Media Teaching Demo: Princess Daazhraii Johnson

    February 17, 2025

    **CANCELLED** Join Princess Johnson’s teaching demo on Feb. 20 at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ. Explore Indigenous media and support diverse storytelling in Theatre and Film!

  • Allan Hayton. Photo courtesy of Hayton.

    Indigenous Media Teaching Demonstration with Allan Hayton

    February 10, 2025

    Join Allan Hayton's teaching demo on Feb. 13th at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ. Explore Indigenous media and support diverse storytelling in Theatre and Film!

  • Kavelina Torres. ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Photo by Sarah Manriquez

    Indigenous Media Teaching Demo with Kavelina Torres

    February 04, 2025

    Join Kavelina Torres' teaching demo on Feb. 6 at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ. Explore Indigenous media and support diverse storytelling in Theatre and Film!

  • Two pairs of kintsugi busts by sculptor Billie Boyd. Photo courtesy of Canva

    MEND: Casting Now!

    February 02, 2025

    Audition for MEND, a heartfelt ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ student film about love and second chances, filming in 2025. Sign ups are open to all!

  • Hannah Greene, David Valentine, Fatima Conde and Clark Milstead on stage in the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Theatre and Film Department production of Tiny Beautiful Things. Photo courtesy of Maya Salganek

    Love, Letters and Life Lessons

    December 04, 2024

    Tiny Beautiful Things at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ captivated audiences with its raw exploration of love, loss, and healing, earning praise for its emotional depth and intimacy.

  • Silhouette of people protesting on an orange background

    Announcing Auditions for STRIKE!

    December 02, 2024

    Audition for STRIKE!, a musical and dramatic revue showcasing working-class resilience, January 18th. Open to all.

  • Russian performance artist Jenna Marvin in Queendom

    Queendom: Film Screening and Panel Discussion on Trans Lives

    November 14, 2024

    Experience Queendom film screening and panel on Transgender Day of Remembrance and Resilience with ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ scholars and advocates honoring identity.

  • A grid of headshots of some of the 2023-2024 promoted and/or tenured ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ faculty

    AY23-24 Promotion and/or Tenure Recipients

    September 13, 2024

    Congratulations to our outstanding faculty members who earned promotions or tenure during AY 23-24! Your dedication and achievements inspire our entire community.

  • A still image from Winding Path, one of eight shorts featured in the Sundance Indigenous Film Tour.

    Sundance Indigenous Shorts Tour

    September 08, 2024

    Sundance Indigenous Shorts Tour visited Troth Yeddha' campus, showcasing films by eight Indigenous filmmakers on August 29, 2024.

  • Painted polar bear by Todd Sherman

    2023-2024 Outstanding Students of the Year

    May 01, 2024

    Join us in congratulating the College of Liberal Arts' 2023-2024 Outstanding Students of the Year!

  • two head and shoulders portraits of college students

    ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ names 2023 student award recipients

    May 01, 2023

    The University of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Fairbanks will honor Kalen Moore-Thomas and Riley von Borstel on May 5 as its outstanding undergraduate degree recipients for 2023.