News from AK CASC
A study by Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center scientists revealed that mountain goats in Southeast Alaska may be at higher risk for mortality as they are pushed deeper into avalanche terrain.
Applications open for tuition-free youth science and art expeditions
Inspiring Girls* Expeditions Alaska is inviting applications for a unique suite of tuition-free backcountry science and art education programs in summer 2024.
USGS Alaska Regional office seeks Tribal Liaison and Outreach Coordinator
The Alaska Regional office is seeking a Tribal Liaison and Outreach Coordinator to promote and communicate outreach actives to build continuous stakeholder engagement across the Region. The person selected will lead efforts to significantly enhance…
AK CASC to continue as University of Alaska-USGS partnership
The new Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center hosting agreement will bring with it 11.4 million dollars in funding and continue a 14-year long collaboration between the University of Alaska (UA) and the United States Geological…
Position Opening: Science Communicator
Help the AK CASC share compelling stories about climate change science and adaptation across the state! This position will serve as a point of contact for media inquiries, contribute to graphic design, strategic communication, and…
Annual Report – 2023 Year in Review
The AK CASC Annual Report 2023 highlights developments over the last year while also diving deeper into the work of our scientists and staff.
Scientists assess future landslide risk in Alaska’s national parks
Original article by Heather McFarland The Pretty Rocks landslide, spurred by greater warmth and rainfall, will force Denali National Park’s main access road to close at the halfway point in 2023 for the second full…