Program Overview

Introduction to the College of Natural Science & Mathematics

The College of Natural Science & Mathematics is a vibrant academic community dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and excellence in the fields of science, mathematics, and engineering.

About the College

The college is led by the Dean's Office and features the prestigious Chapman Chair. It also hosts the Alaska Regional Junior Science and Humanities Symposium, an event that promotes research and experimentation in STEM fields at the high school level.

Research Overview

The college boasts state-of-the-art facilities and funding opportunities for undergraduate research, providing students with hands-on experience in their chosen fields.

Academics

The college offers a wide range of academic programs, including:

• Atmospheric Sciences
• Biology & Wildlife
• Chemistry & Biochemistry
• Climate & Environmental Change
• Earth System Science
• Geosciences
• Mathematics & Statistics
• Natural Resources & Environment
• Physics
• Science Teaching & Outreach
• Veterinary Medicine
• Pre-Health at UAF

Alaska Regional Junior Science and Humanities Symposium

The symposium is designed to:

• Promote research and experimentation in STEM at the high school level
• Recognize the significance of research in human affairs and the importance of humane and ethical principles in the application of research results
• Search out talented youth and their teachers, recognize their accomplishments at symposia, and encourage their continued interest and participation in the sciences, mathematics, and engineering
• Recognize innovative and independent research projects of youth in regional and national symposia
• Expose students to academic and career opportunities in STEM and to the skills required for a successful pursuit of STEM
• Expose students to STEM opportunities and careers in DoD laboratories
• Increase the future pool of talent capable of contributing to the national scientific and technological workforce

University Commitment

The University of Alaska is an equal opportunity/equal access employer and educational institution, committed to a policy of nondiscrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status. The university provides language access services and is dedicated to providing accessible websites.