Alaska's AHEC

11/20/2025

Happy National Rural Health Day!

Today we celebrate Alaska’s rural communities and the dedicated health professionals who ensure access to care across some of the most remote and geographically challenging regions in the country.

At the Alaska Center for Rural Health & Health Workforce, we are honored to support the people who make rural health possible—providers, students, community partners, Elders, cultural leaders, emergency responders, behavioral health teams, and the many rural organizations working to strengthen local well-being.

From delivering clinical rotations, to building youth pathways into health careers, to supporting continuing education and workforce research, our mission remains rooted in one idea: healthy communities depend on a supported, connected, and resilient rural health workforce.

Thank you to everyone serving Alaska’s rural and underserved communities. Your commitment keeps our state strong.



UAA College of Health

11/19/2025

Did you know that nearly 45% of students at UAA have experienced food insecurity?

That’s why the Seawolf Food Pantry was established by faculty in the College of Health’s Dietetics and Nutrition program. Since its founding, the pantry has been proudly staffed by COH faculty and students, who continue to ensure that every Seawolf has access to free food, hygiene items, and household goods. 💚💛

This resource thrives thanks to the generosity of faculty, staff, and students across UAA, and it stands as a powerful example of how the College of Health is working to reduce stigma, support student success, and strengthen our community.

📍 Visit the pantry in PSB Room 211 or spread the word!

🔗 Read more about the food pantry’s impact: https://tinyurl.com/3w84vupw

11/18/2025

Join us in highlighting the journey and contributions of our very own AHEC Scholars Alumni and champion, Nyabony G*t. Nyabony was recently featured in a UAA article honoring her hard work and dedication to improving the lives of Alaskans through her work at the Alaska Literacy Program. We are SO proud of you Nyabony!

According to the National Literacy Institute, 54% of adults in the United States read below a sixth-grade level. Helping to bridge that gap in Alaska is health sciences alumna Nyabony G*t, director of the Peer Leader Navigators program at the Alaska Literacy Program.

11/10/2025

📣 We’re so close to 100 followers on LinkedIn — just two away!
Connect with us on our professional network to stay up to date on Alaska AHEC programs, events, and health workforce opportunities across the state.

👉 Follow us here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alaskaahec/

Let’s hit 💯 together!

11/10/2025

FREE CE CREDITS and TRAINING! 🎓

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Link to Register (FREE!): http://bit.ly/IntroToAD

11/06/2025

11/03/2025

🚨 FREE BLS Training Opportunity! 🚨

The Southwest AHEC, hosted by the Aleutian Pribilof Islands Association (APIA), is offering a FREE Basic Life Support (BLS) training — and there’s still plenty of space available!

📅 Dates: November 7 & 14, 2025
🕐 Time: 1:00–4:30 PM (both days required)
📍 Location: APIA Anchorage Building – 1st Floor Conference Room

This is a great opportunity to gain or renew your BLS certification at no cost.
Participants must attend both sessions to complete the course.

👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/CPRforBLS

(You can also scan the QR code on the attached flyer!)

⚠️ Unless special permissions are granted, registrants must be 17 or older and able to perform chest compressions.

Please share this opportunity with your students, coworkers, and community networks — let’s help more Alaskans get trained to save lives! ❤️🫀

10/30/2025

🌟 You're Invited: Fall 2025 Grand Rounds – A Lived Experience of Disability

🗓️ Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
🕚 Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM (AKDT)
📍 Location: Zoom ONLY

Join us for a powerful and eye-opening Grand Rounds session that centers the voices of individuals with disabilities. Whether you're a student, clinician, or advocate for inclusive care, this event offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding and transform your practice.

💬 What You’ll Gain:
- Real stories from people navigating healthcare with disabilities
- Tools to foster empathy and patient-centered care
- Strategies to improve accessibility and communication in clinical settings
- A space for meaningful dialogue and reflection'

🎯 Who Should Attend:
- Health professions students (all disciplines)
- Practicing clinicians and healthcare staff
- Anyone passionate about inclusive, equitable healthcare

🔗Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/33sexhsm