Arctic Encounter Symposium logo. Graphic courtesy of Arctic Encounter Symposium.
Events happening throughout the week:
According to a promotion for the event, attendees can “Convene with leaders from across the north for the largest annual Arctic policy event in the U.S. AES raises awareness, engages with challenges, and develops solutions for the future of the region and its people. The program includes two keynotes, expert plenary sessions, break-out panels, reports, exhibitors, networking, artistic and musical performers, and a closing reception.” Undergraduate students can register for free admission at arcticencounter.com/student-passes.
Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center
Wednesday, April 10, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Thursday, April 11, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday, April 12, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Momentum Dance Collective Presents “On My Way”
According to the event listing, “On My Way is a celebration of the beauty found in the spaces between departure and arrival and the choreography serves as a powerful expression of our shared human experience and what we learn in embracing the unknown.” Student tickets are $21.40.
Fine Arts Building, Room 220
Friday, April 12, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 13, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 14, 4 - 6 p.m.
Thursday, April 11
Honors College Evening Polaris Lecture
According to the event listing, “The Honors College is excited to host Minister David Rutley MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Americas, Caribbean and the Overseas Territories) and Minister responsible for the Polar Regions for an evening lecture.” All are welcome and refreshments will be provided.
Consortium Library, Room 307
5 - 7 p.m.
According to UAA Student Activities, students are invited to “Join the Muslim Student Association (MSA) and MSS in celebrating the end of Ramadan. Games, delicious food, and great connections! All are welcome.”
6 - 8:30 p.m.
Student Union, The Den
Friday, April 12
UAA Department of Music Student Recital
Watch music majors perform what they have practiced this semester. This event is free and open to the public.
Fine Arts Building, Room 150
3 - 4 p.m.
UAA Department of Languages Showing of Hirokazu Koreeda’s “Shoplifters”
Students interested in international cinema are invited to watch this Japanese film. It is summarized by Rotten Tomatoes as follows: “On the margins of Tokyo, a dysfunctional band of outsiders is united by fierce loyalty and a penchant for petty theft. When the young son is arrested, secrets are exposed that upend their tenuous, below-the-radar existence.”
Student Union, The Den
5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
TBA Theatre Presents: Forever Plaid
This live Off-Broadway show takes place “When four young singers are killed in a car crash, they posthumously take the stage for one final gig in this goofy, 1950s nostalgia trip. This deliciously fun revue is chock-full of classic barbershop quartet harmonies and pitch-perfect melodies!” Tickets are $20.
Bear Tooth Theatrepub, 1230 W 27th Ave
7 - 9:30 p.m.
Monday, April 15
Monthly Student Veteran of America Meeting
Join other student veterans for discussions on the club’s upcoming plans and life as a veteran at UAA.
Consortium Library, Room 307
5 - 7 p.m.
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