Education
The best way to promote local hire is through local education. Alaska is home to universities, community colleges, and technical and vocational schools that provide Alaskans the education and skills they need to succeed in any of Alaska’s industries. Alaska Business covers budgetary issues, educational opportunities, new degrees, and hands-on training programs among other educational topics.
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Tlingit & Haida Names Director of Innovation and Development for 477 Workforce Plan
The Central Council of the Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska hired Holly Snowball Morales, previously of Cook Inlet Tribal Council, as 477 Director of Innovation and Development to implement the tribes’ workforce plan.
Mat-Su College Opens New Suite to Train Veterinary Technicians
Mat-Su College opens a new veterinary technician education suite to train students for an in-demand job they can carry anywhere.
Alaska Science Forum: A Rich Career in a Quirky Place That Fit
Studying animals in their natural habitat has made life rich for now-retired scientist and director of UAF’s Institute of Arctic Biology.
A Two-Year Degree in Half the Time at UAF Community and Technical College
An Associate of Arts degree in a year is possible through a new UAF Community and Technical College program.
New Executive Director for Sprout Family Services
Homer-based nonprofit Sprout Family Services chose Jonathan McGhee of South Peninsula Behavioral Health Services as its Executive Director.
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Architecture & Engineering + Interior
February 2025
In our February 2025 issue, we highlight how architecture and engineering improve every facet of our daily lives, from increasing the availability and affordability of housing to building small businesses and improving community safety. Projects like these are helmed by Alaska’s exceptional professionals, including the 2024 Anchorage Engineer of the Year Nominees. In the Interior, Red Dog Mine and the Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum are both making big moves. Enjoy!