Expanding opportunity

This federal Project Grant award of $773,607 from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the Higher Education Institutional Aid program (CFDA 84.031) supports the University of Alaska Fairbanks in strengthening academic programs for minority and Alaska Native students. The grant enables the university to develop and implement activities such as curriculum development, faculty training, and student support services to expand educational opportunities and enhance academic offerings for underrepresented populations in the region. The project, titled "EXPANDING OPPORTUNITY," aims to improve management, fiscal operations, and academic quality at this minority-serving institution, with a focus on delivering culturally relevant educational experiences that integrate place-based learning and traditional knowledge to address the specific needs of Alaska Native communities.