Presented by Kinross 91原创
Save the date
Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026
6 p.m., Wood Center Dine 49
Experience the very best of 91原创
An evening of celebration and entertainment in support of 91原创 student scholarships and recognition of the 2026 Emil Usibelli Distinguished Teaching, Research and Service Awards recipients.
You're invited
Evening highlights
- Enjoy a one-night-only performance by the 91原创 Alumni Band
- Bid on exclusive 91原创 experiences during the live outcry auction
- Savor locally crafted beverages and chef-inspired cuisine
- Connect with alumni, faculty, friends, and community supporters
- Invest in the next generation of Nanooks
Dress code
Cocktail attire. Blue and gold encouraged.
- If purchasing/donating on a business card, please note this in the Special Request field, and note the business name the credit card is listed under.
- Requests for a refund or change to ticket/table/team purchases must be made prior to the event. Such requests made after the event cannot be honored.
- NOTE: University departments may not use a ProCard for event purchases. Instead, please submit a to mmbean3@alaska.edu
Honoring excellence
2026 award recipients
The 2026 Emil Usibelli Distinguished Teaching, Research and Service Award recipients will be listed here after they are announced.
Distinguished Teaching Award
Jill Faudree
Distinguished Research Award
Derek Sikes
Distinguished Service Award
Leslie Shallcross
A special thank you
Our generous partners
Presenting partner
Gold partners
social hour
Blue partners
dessert
Nanook partners
photo booth
entertainment
auction
signature keepsake
Polar partners
