UAF Summer Sessions & Lifelong Learning

10/08/2026

Learn with zero experience how to crochet! Instructor Trinnity Olson can teach both left and right handed students how to walk away from three sessions with a scarf and the skills to keep crocheting. This October 23, 26 and 29
uaf.edu/summer/shortcourses

10/07/2026

Try a last minute spot with Sew it up! or try metalsmithing at Flashy Textured Earrings. All experience levels welcome.

Sew it Up! Creative Sewing and Upcycling is Oct 13 - 22, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 pm - 8:30 pm
Flashy Textured Earrings: Cut, Emboss, and Assemble is Oct 16 & 17, Friday, 6-8 pm, Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm

uaf.edu/summer/shortcourse

10/06/2026

Introduction to Kinetic Sculpture, learn the principles to create your own designs with instructor Jessie Hedden. This workshop is on October 21, Wednesday 6 - 8 pm, and October 25, from 1 - 3 pm.
uaf.edu/summer/shortcourses

10/05/2026

Last chance, we're looking to fill 2 more spots!

Are you returning to exercise after a break? Or just beginning, Tuesdays and Thursdays this Oct. 13 - Nov. 19, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm on UAF Campus. No experience needed, exercise bands will be provided. You will be able to continue doing all the exercises at home — no gym needed!
Register now at uaf.edu/summer/shortcourses

10/05/2026

Rock Climbing for adults is on Sundays and Rock Climbing for kids is Saturdays, starting soon! Adults 18 and older in the community can see all our non-credit short courses at uaf.edu/summer/shortcourses or kiddos in grades 4 - 6 can see all the details at fall365.alaska.edu

10/02/2026

Does your student in grades 7 - 12 have October 16 & 17 free for some improv? Learn to play dungeons & dragons in one weekend. Customize a character and how to navigate the basic rules of the game in a friendly setting. This class is open to new and returning students. Fall365.alaska.edu

10/01/2026

There's time for Flashy Textured Earrings: Cut, Emboss, and Assemble taught by Patricia Carlson in the Art Department. This October 16 & 17 on Friday from 6 PM - 8 PM and Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM. See all our Summer offerings for adults in the community at uaf.edu/summer/shortcourses

09/30/2026

Last chance for this no-school art class on Oct. 8 & 9

There is no-school on October 8 & 9, for students in grades 1 -5 they can try Autumn Art Adventures. Celebrate the many wonderful aspects of autumn by creating themed mosaics, painting on canvas, working with clay and more with City Studio AK

Registration is open now and closes (9/28)

09/29/2026

Last chance for this no-school day activity

There is no-school on October 8 & 9, try Nanook Kids Camp here on UAF Campus. Campers will be broken into small groups and rotate through different stations with age-appropriate games and activities. It's all about building confidence and teamwork with the UAF Women's basketball team.

Registration is open now and closes (9/28)

09/27/2026

Knitter Ginny Kinne has two short courses to help you start knitting or take it to the next level. This October/November, walk away from three sessions with a hand knit hat or sock! Coming up soon at:
uaf.edu/summer/shortcourses