About
Description
Kodiak College is part of the University of Alaska statewide system of public higher education. In 1987 it changed from its previous designation as a community college to an extended college of the University of Alaska Anchorage.
Mission
With a local focus and global connections, Kodiak College is a student-centered, vibrant community of learners.
Vision
Kodiak College, UAA, puts students first through innovative teaching, individualized support, and responsive service to community needs.
Academics
Kodiak College offers numerous academic credit courses that lead to occupational endorsement and undergraduate certificates and associate degrees and may be transferred to other colleges. In addition to traditional campus courses, there are a variety of alternative course formats including web-based, self-paced, and synchronous elearning courses. Academic, vocational, recreational and personal enrichment courses provide a wide array of choices for Kodiak College students. Kodiak College also provides outreach services to the U.S. Coast Guard, Kodiak Senior Center, local schools and the rural communities of Kodiak.
Coordination with other agencies broadens the programs of instruction available to local adults. Specialized courses and workshops are provided in cooperation with agencies such as the Kodiak Island Borough School District, Kodiak Area Native Association, the Kodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center, the U.S. Coast Guard, Women’s Resource and Crisis Center, Chamber of Commerce and others.
Kodiak College Advisory Council
| Council Member | Term Expires June 30 | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Susan Payne, Chair Salmon Fisherman, Biologist |
2020 | sourdoughsolar@gmail.com |
| Ginny Shank, Vice Chair Staff trainer & marketing for Eyecare Excellence |
2021 | ginny.shank@yahoo.com |
| Captain Bryan Daily, Commanding Officer, USCG Air Station Kodiak |
2021 | bryan.e.daily@uscg.mil |
| Pam Foreman, Kodiak Public Broadcasting Corporation |
2021 | pam@kmxt.org |
| Tyler Kornelis, Economic Development Project Manager at Kodiak Area Native Association |
2021 | tykornelis@gmail.com |
| Linda Lance, Coordinator for Educational Development Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center |
2021 | linda.lance@providence.org |
| Frank Schiro Executive Director Kodiak Chamber of Commerce |
2021 | frank.schiro@kodiak.org |
| Rebecca Skinner | 2020 | rskinner2009@gmail.com |
| Student Representative Kodiak High School | Vacant |
Kodiak College
Betty Walters, Interim Director Kodiak College, UAA
bhwalters@alaska.edu
Bobbie Ivanoff, Faculty Administrative Associate, Minutes
bfarfallaivanoff@alaska.edu