Legislative advocacy
UAF Impact
UAF alumni and students can make a big difference when it comes to advocating for the university. Personal stories about the impact a college education has had on lives, jobs, family and communities help legislators understand the value of state investment in the University of Alaska.
The UAF Alumni Association provides opportunities to connect alumni with legislators and the legislative process. This page is designed to share tips and best practices. We encourage alumni to reach out to legislators through UAFAA-sponsored events or on their own.
UA Impact Legislative Fly-in
Each year, a group of alumni volunteers from the nonprofit UAF Alumni Association
travel to Juneau for meetings with legislators and state leaders. Our alumni advocate
for UAF and higher education in Alaska. In recent years UAFAA has partnered with alumni
volunteers from UAA and UAS to form an all-UA alumni team. No state or university
money is used for this nonpartisan effort.
This year UA alumni are gathering in Juneau February 21- 22, 2024 to thank legislators
and their staff in person and share personal stories of how UA has made a difference
in their lives. The UA Impact team will also be hosting another Lunch & Learn presentation. You can .
If you'd like to get involved, or reach out to the UAF alumni office at uaf-alumni@alaska.edu for more information.
Additional resources
One stop shop for all things UA and government.
Resources for UA supporters, including sample email language and tips and tricks.
Track bills, find Legislator contact information, watch committee hearings , and more!
Direct way to search bills and committees.
Additional resources related to Alaska’s Governor including contact information
A great way to stay up to date on issues important to the UA and how you can be an
advocate.