Upcoming events

UAA event list for Wednesday, Feb. 28, to Tuesday, March 5.

Complete your FAFSA application by March 1 to receive priority access to student aid for the summer semester. Graphic credit to Department of Education.

Events happening throughout the week:

Alaska Youth Theater Presents “Mean Girls Jr.”

A family-friendly rendition of the iconic movie and musical “Mean Girls.”

Fine Arts Building, Room 220

Friday, March 1, 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 2, 3 - 5 p.m. and 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, March 3, 3 - 5 p.m.

Banff Mountain Film Festival

According to the festival curators, the documentary films presented at this festival celebrate the “unyielding spirit of the mountains.” Student advance tickets can be purchased online for $5.

Wendy Williamson Auditorium

Friday, March 1, 7 - 10 p.m.

Saturday, March 2, 7 - 10 p.m.

Midnight Sun Theatre Presents “Serial Bowl”

According to Midnight Sun Theatre, “Six one act plays, from Authors from around the Globe, compete to return to further performances. Each script's fate is in the hands of the Audience.” Purchase tickets on midnightsuntheatre.org.

Fine Arts Building, room 150

Friday, March 1, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 2, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 28

NASA Dr. Jack Kaye Q&A and Public Lecture

According to the event listing, students can join Dr. Kaye in a lecture on “the way the tools and techniques of chemistry are applied by NASA and others to study the Earth and its evolution.”

ConocoPhillips Integrated Science Building:

Q&A session in room 105A

Lecture in room 120

4 - 7 p.m.

Game Development Talk

The Computer Science Club will be hosting a discussion on what life is like as a game developer. Pizza and refreshments will be provided.

Engineering and Industry Building, room 201

4:30 - 6 p.m.

My Little Black Dress Doesn’t Mean Yes

This event put on by UAA’s Health Development team intends to bring attention to sexual violence and promote healthy relationships. According to the event listing, an expert panel will discuss “consent, sexual assault, domestic violence and healthy relationships in our community and how we can change the statistics and stigmas surrounding these topics.” Formal attire is recommended. Dinner will be provided.

Student Union, cafeteria

6 - 8 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 29

Tea Time Conversations on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

Join panelists for a discussion on language acquisition. Tea and cookies will be provided.

Administration/Humanities Building, room 143A

12 - 1:30 p.m.

Career Fair Prep Workshop

Join Mike Detmer of Career Services for this virtual workshop on preparing for the Spring Career Fair. Register on Handshake.

Zoom

1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Friday, March 1

FAFSA Summer Semester Priority Deadline

Complete the 2023-2024 FAFSA by this deadline to be considered for priority access to student aid for the 2024 summer semester.

Game Development Talk

The Computer Science Club will be hosting a discussion on what life is like as a game developer. Pizza and refreshments will be provided.

Engineering and Industry Building, room 201

3 - 4:30 p.m.

UAA Department of Music Student Recital

Watch UAA music majors perform at this concert that is open to the public.

Fine Arts Building, room 150

3 - 4 p.m.

Saturday, March 2

UAA Rondy Car Show - Winter Edition!

Join Anchorage’s car community for a display of winter vehicles with partners Lithia Kia, Anchorage Chrysler, Army National Guard and the Municipality of Anchorage. Students can speak with car experts and take a look at UAA’s vehicular education programs. Hot chocolate will be provided.

Auto/Diesel Technology Building, room 116 and adjacent outdoor area

11a.m. - 3 p.m.

Sunday, March 3

Early Music Ensemble Concert

Join the UAA Early Music Ensemble and music faculty for a concert demonstrating their talents.

Fine Arts Building, room 150

4 - 6 p.m.

Tuesday, March 5

Spring STEM Career Fair

Meet employers in STEM fields at this in-person career fair. Attendees who sign in are entered to win a $100 Target gift card. The Spring Business, Health, and Liberal Arts Career Fair will be held the following day at the same time and location.

Student Union, Cafeteria and 1st & 2nd floor main hallways

1 - 5 p.m.