The mission of the School of Allied Health at the ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ is
to educate and develop allied health professionals to serve all ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµns.
School of allied health
As part of the College of Health at the ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ, the School
of Allied Health is home to training programs and facilities for allied health professionals.
Allied health programs are specifically designed to prepare graduates for work in
rewarding careers in ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ's rapidly growing health care industry. In addition to
instruction by allied health professionals, most programs provide experiential education
with students working alongside health professionals in real-work situations.
The School of Allied Health also offers continuing educational opportunities for experienced
professionals who are in need of a refresher course or looking to expand their earning
potential in the job field.
The UAA Justice Center celebrated its 50th anniversary with a special legislative citation presented by ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ state legislators. The citation recognized decades of impactful research, education, and public service in ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ.
Justice Center Assistant Professor Amy Doogan was recently recognized for her work with the Color of Justice program, which received the 2025 Sandra Day O’Connor Award for the Advancement of Civics Education.
Spring 2025 undergraduate commencement speaker Albiona Selimi is graduating summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in political science and minors in women’s studies and justice—on her way to practicing law at a civil rights organization.
UAA Justice Center alumna Melanie Osborne has been inducted into the Anchorage ATHENA Society, recognizing her professional excellence, community contributions, and commitment to empowering women.
The School of Allied Health is home to two clubs at UAA. Learn more about the Medical
Laboratory Science Club and Pre-Pharmacy Club by visiting the Student Opportunities
page.
The School of Allied Health provides a variety of scholarship opportunities for allied
health students. Learn more about the UAA School of Allied Health Administration Scholarship,
Second Chance Scholarship, ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ Pharmacists Association Pharmacy Technician Scholarship,
and ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ Pharmacists Association Pre-Pharmacy Scholarships available.