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Indigenous and Rural Student Center The IRSC is located on the Chanshtnu Campus in Anchorage and offers culturally-grounded support throughout students' college experience.

The Indigenous and Rural Student Center (IRSC) at UAA is committed to centering and supporting Alaska Native, Indigenous, Native American, and rural students through programming and resources that foster a sense of community and belonging. The Indigenous and Rural Student Center (IRSC) at UAA (formerly Native Student Services) is committed to centering and supporting Alaska Native, Indigenous, Nat

ive American, and rural students through programming and resources that foster a sense of community and belonging. We offer a safe & brave space in Rasmuson Hall 108 where you can always find community connections, academic support, and cultural activities. The IRSC celebrates students' cultural heritages and works to build a campus community that highlights Indigenous history, culture, and current issues. We always recognize and give thanks to the Dena'ina, Ahtna, Alutiiq/Sugpiaq, and Eyak/dAXunhyuu Peoples on which UAA’s campuses are located.

Support. Community. Confidence.Apply to NET or STEP at UAA today.Priority: May 15 | Final: June 30
18/05/2026

Support. Community. Confidence.
Apply to NET or STEP at UAA today.
Priority: May 15 | Final: June 30

Ready to level up your sewing skills? ✂️🧵 Join the Kuspuk Making Workshop on May 26-27 from 10 AM-4 PM! Only 10 spots av...
14/05/2026

Ready to level up your sewing skills? ✂️🧵 Join the Kuspuk Making Workshop on May 26-27 from 10 AM-4 PM! Only 10 spots available, so apply by May 21st through the QR code. Must attend both days for the full time. ❤️

MMIP Poster Making at IRSC. Thank you all for coming out and supporting our missing and murdered indigenous loved ones. ...
01/05/2026

MMIP Poster Making at IRSC. Thank you all for coming out and supporting our missing and murdered indigenous loved ones. We’re glad you came to make a poster or t-shirt. Looking forward to doing this again next year!

Honoring and remembering our Missing & Murdered Indigenous People ❤️🖤Join us for MMIP poster and t-shirt making as we co...
27/04/2026

Honoring and remembering our Missing & Murdered Indigenous People ❤️🖤

Join us for MMIP poster and t-shirt making as we come together in community, create with purpose, and uplift the voices of those who are missing and those we’ve lost.

After, you can bring your posters and shirts to the MMIP walk hosted by ANSEP and stand in solidarity.

📍IRSC (RH 108),
🗓️Thursday, April 30
⏰12-4 PM

Honoring and remembering our Missing & Murdered Indigenous People ❤️🖤Join us for MMIP poster and t-shirt making as we co...
27/04/2026

Honoring and remembering our Missing & Murdered Indigenous People ❤️🖤

Join us for MMIP poster and t-shirt making as we come together in community, create with purpose, and uplift the voices of those who are missing and those we’ve lost.

After, you can bring your posters and shirts to the MMIP walk hosted by ANSEP and stand in solidarity.

📍 IRSC (RH 108)
🗓 Tuesday, April 30
⏰ 12–4 PM

Finals week is coming… take a break before the chaos 🧠✨Join us for Fuel Your Focus: Hands-On Stress Relief with the IRSC...
16/04/2026

Finals week is coming… take a break before the chaos 🧠✨

Join us for Fuel Your Focus: Hands-On Stress Relief with the IRSC & Cama-i Room 💙
Make a stress ball, play with slime, paint, build a vision board, or just relax and hang out with friends. Plus-good vibes, creative space, and a chance to reset before finals.

📅 April 24
⏰ 5:30-7:30 PM
📍 Gorsuch Commons Room 106

Pull up, unwind, and refuel-you deserve it.

This is your sign to come to the pool party 💦Come hang out, swim, and vibe with us!📅 April 15⏰ 4:30-5:30 PM📍 Avis Sports...
16/04/2026

This is your sign to come to the pool party 💦
Come hang out, swim, and vibe with us!

📅 April 15
⏰ 4:30-5:30 PM
📍 Avis Sports Complex Pool

Limited spots - register now!

Today through Thursday, you have the chance to support the Indigenous and Rural Student Center at UAA 💛Your gift helps c...
24/03/2026

Today through Thursday, you have the chance to support the Indigenous and Rural Student Center at UAA 💛

Your gift helps create community, support student success, and uplift Indigenous and rural voices on campus.

✨ Giving Day Challenges to watch:
• Alumni Challenge: the fund with the most alumni donors unlocks an extra $2,500
• 1000th new donor wins a $1,000 boost for their chosen fund
• 2026th donor wins a $2,026 boost

Every single gift counts, no matter the size. You could be the one who unlocks something big.

Support our students and be part of something meaningful.

🔗 Give here: https://givingday.alaska.edu/giving-day/112584/department/112631

Bingo, pizza, prizes, and a whole lot of laughs 🎉🍕Join us for Bingo Night at the SU Den on Thursday, March 19 from 4-6 P...
17/03/2026

Bingo, pizza, prizes, and a whole lot of laughs 🎉🍕

Join us for Bingo Night at the SU Den on Thursday, March 19 from 4-6 PM! Bring your friends, grab a slice, and try your luck for some fun prizes.

See you there 👀✨
Questions? Email [email protected]

Join us February 25th in a thoughtful conversation about the proposed Indigenous Gathering Space at the University of Al...
19/02/2026

Join us February 25th in a thoughtful conversation about the proposed Indigenous Gathering Space at the University of Alaska Anchorage. This space aims to foster community, cultural expression, and recognition of Indigenous peoples and ways of knowing.

🗓️: Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
⏰: 3pm - 4pm
📍: Indigenous and Rural Student Center (RH 108)

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Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00

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+19077864000

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