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A newly published Outside economic outlook for oil and gas-heavy states backs up what local forecasters have been saying: It’s going to be a long slog back for Alaska.
The April 15 S&P Global report entitled, “U.S. Oil and Gas-Dependent States Are Out Of The Woods (For Now),” concludes that Alaska’s economic recovery from the pandemic is likely to be amongst the slowest in the nation, with Texas being the only traditional oil state to be among the national leaders in near-term growth.
The international market analysis firm believes the national economy will see gross domestic product, or GDP, growth of 6.5 percent this year and 3.1 percent in 2022 after contracting by 3.5 percent last year, but the recovery will be “uneven,” according to the report.
Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies to host an Earth Day 2021 keynote discussion. This event is part of the UAA Books of the Year program and supports the theme of building community resilience.
Join keynote speaker, marine biologist, policy expert and writer Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and Sumudu Atapattu, the director of Research Centers and senior lecturer at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Law School for a discussion of Johnson s book, All We Can Save: Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis. Together, they will explore conservation solutions rooted in environmental justice including the Urban Ocean Lab, a think tank Johnson
A campaign for Alaska’s future Author: Sheri Buretta Published 5 days ago
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Print article The University of Alaska is focused on taking charge of its destiny. On March 25, the university launched its “For Alaska” philanthropic campaign the largest public fundraising effort in the university’s history, with a goal to raise $200 million by 2024. The fundraising campaign involves all three universities University of Alaska Anchorage, University of Alaska Fairbanks and University of Alaska Southeast as well as all 16 community campuses and the University of Alaska Foundation. This coordinated fundraising and public outreach effort is an opportunity to further position higher education as a catalyst for a thriving Alaska. The campaign invites alumni, community partners, businesses and neighbors to invest in delivering high-quality education to meet the needs of Alaska. The campaign is also about allowing each of us to imagine the possibilities in
Margaret A. Rise, 89, of Lakewood N.Y., passed away peacefully at UPMC Chautauqua on April 15, 2021.
Marg was born March 25, 1932, in Lewiston, ID, the daughter of Louretta (Hackenberg) Alley and Ralph Martin Alley.
With her father’s work as a physician specializing in tuberculosis treatment, and her mother’s career as a nurse, Marg moved often during her childhood. As a result, she was blessed with lifelong friendships through out the United States. A very special group of friends, self-named “The Dorks”, met frequently throughout their lives.
Marg had a kind and generous spirit and loved to laugh. She had the strength to face adversity and emerge still with a sparkling smile and a heart to care for others.
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