Pitney's Farewell: UA's Growth & Search for New Leaders
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University of Alaska President Pat Pitney delivered her final State of the University address, highlighting a shift from survival mode to steady growth. She praised progress in fiscal stability, research, and student retention, with a record $273 million in research spending and a 4.4% increase in enrollment. However, her successor search has drawn concerns, particularly from the University of Alaska Fairbanks Faculty Senate, due to a confidential process that skips public input. Pitney defended the private search, aiming to attract top candidates without scaring them off. As the university looks to sustainable growth, all eyes are on the next leaders who will build on this foundation and shape Alaskas future.
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