Performance Details
University of Alaska - University of Alaska Southeast
Mission
The University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) is a student-centered university that provides instruction in liberal arts, professional, and technical fields. On the homelands of the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian peoples, the UAS serves the coastal environments, cultures, economies, and communities of Alaska, through interdisciplinary education, workforce development, and scholarship, research, and creative activity. University of Alaska Southeast Mission Statement Board of Regents' Policy 01.01.040 Adopted 02-25-21
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- ACCESS/EQUITY: Provide services and programming that support the enrollment and educational goals of Alaska Native students. Provide access to higher education to students across Alaska.
- ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE: Provide a broad range of programs and services resulting in student engagement and empowerment for academic excellence.
- STUDENT SUCCESS: Provide academic support and student services that facilitate student success.
- EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT: Employ faculty and staff representative of the student body.
- COMMUNITY: Provide high school students with access to university level courses to increase the likelihood of future enrollment in higher education.
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| A: Result -ACCESS/EQUITY: Provide access to higher education to all Alaskans |
| A1: Core Service - ACCESS/EQUITY: Provide services and programming that support the enrollment and educational goals of Alaska Native students. Provide access to higher education to students across Alaska. |
Target #1: Alaska Native students: 23% of enrolled students were Alaska Native in FY24
UAS has consistently maintained an Alaska Native student enrollment of at least 20% for the past five fiscal years, demonstrating its commitment to this important demographic. This effort is supported by the UA-wide Alaska Native Success Initiative, which aims to enhance the educational outcomes and experiences of Alaska Native students across the university system. For more information: https://alaska.edu/pres/aknativesuccess/ Related links: Target Last Modified: 08/29/2024 |
| B: Result -ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE: Provide academic excellence through instruction in interdisciplinary and technical fields and supporting scholarship, research and creative expression |
Target #1: Research: 37% of tenure and tenure-track faculty had a research workload in FY24
Faculty at UAS engage in diverse research and creative activities, addressing critical issues and perspectives unique to Southeast Alaska and beyond. These projects, largely funded through external grants, often involve collaboration with colleagues at UAF, UAA, and other institutions nationally and internationally. These research efforts not only enrich classroom materials and experiences but also provide undergraduate students with valuable opportunities to participate in cutting-edge research. Target Last Modified: 08/29/2024 |
| B1: Core Service - ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE: Provide a broad range of programs and services resulting in student engagement and empowerment for academic excellence. |
Target #1: Student credit hours: UAS students were enrolled in 30,575 student credit hours in FY24
While the number of student credit hours has declined in recent years due to factors such as reduced state funding, course offerings, and external uncertainties, the new Chancellor, who started in July 2023, is committed to increasing enrollment. The university is in the process of developing a strategic enrollment plan and a broader strategic plan to improve both recruitment and retention, aiming to reverse the downward trend in student credit hours. Target Last Modified: 08/29/2024 |
| C: Result -STUDENT SUCCESS: Students successfully complete their educational goals |
Target #1: Completion rate: 37% of the fall 2016 first-time full-time bachelor"s seeking cohort completed any degree within 8 years
UAS is committed to enhancing student success across all demographics. The university recognizes the diversity of its student body, including part-time, transfer, and other non-traditional students, who comprise a significant portion of the population. UAS`s internal tracking of these varied groups allows for a more comprehensive understanding of student success rates and informs targeted efforts to improve retention and completion. Target Last Modified: 08/29/2024 |
| C1: Core Service - STUDENT SUCCESS: Provide academic support and student services that facilitate student success. |
Target #1: Retention rate: 71% of the fall 2022 first-time full-time bachelor"s seeking cohort returned in fall 2023
UAS continues to prioritize retention strategies tailored to its diverse student population, which includes a significant number of part-time and transfer students. These efforts have contributed to increasing retention rates since FY20. The university`s strategic focus on understanding the needs of all student groups enables more effective planning and targeted support services to enhance persistence and retention. Target Last Modified: 08/29/2024 |
| D: Result -EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT: Provide a great place to work for all employees |
Target #1: Employee retention: 86% of all full-time UAS employees in FY23 were still working at UAS in FY24
Employee retention has remained stable over the years, with an average annual retention rate of 83%. UAS is dedicated to fostering a positive workplace environment, even amidst the challenges posed by the pandemic and economic downturns. Initiatives like the "Great Colleges to Work For" survey provide valuable insights into employee satisfaction and help guide efforts to improve workplace culture. Additionally, regular surveys by the staff council help monitor and enhance staff morale. Target Last Modified: 08/29/2024 |
| D1: Core Service - EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT: Employ faculty and staff representative of the student body. |
Target #1: Alaska Native employees: 10% of UAS employees are Alaska Native
UAS is focused on increasing the representation of Alaska Native employees to better reflect the diversity of its student body, where over 20% identify as Alaska Native or American Indian. Efforts to recruit and retain Alaska Native faculty and staff are ongoing and are bolstered by the UA-wide Alaska Native Success Initiative, which aims to align employee diversity with student demographics. Learn more about the initiative: https://alaska.edu/pres/aknativesuccess/ Related links: Target Last Modified: 08/29/2024 |
| E: Result -COMMUNITY: Maintain relevance with Southeast Alaska needs |
Target #1: Experiential learning: 22% of degree seeking students enroll in experiential learning opportunities
UAS emphasizes the importance of experiential learning, which includes research, creative projects, internships, and practical field experiences that align with the unique needs of Southeast Alaska. These opportunities allow students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings, fostering skills that are directly relevant to local communities and industries. Many programs integrate experiential learning as a core component, providing students with hands-on experience in Southeast Alaska`s distinctive environment. Target Last Modified: 08/29/2024 |
| E1: Core Service - COMMUNITY: Provide high school students with access to university level courses to increase the likelihood of future enrollment in higher education. |
Target #1: High school student enrollment: There were 686 high school students enrolled at UAS in FY24
UAS is committed to expanding access to higher education for high school students through dual enrollment programs, which allow students to earn college credit while still in high school. This initiative supports career and technical education pathways and promotes early engagement with higher education. Since joining the Alaska Advantage program in fall 2020, UAS has seen continued growth in high school student enrollment, reflecting its dedication to dual enrollment as a strategic priority. Target Last Modified: 08/29/2024 |
Last refreshed: 05/12/2025 12:01 pm