University Of Alaska Anchorage: Best Of Luck To The Seawolves Competing At The 2022 Olympics In Beijing

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01 February, 2022

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Press release from the University of Alaska Anchorage: January 31, 2022 About UAA About UAA UAA is the premier university in the heart of Alaska's largest city with campuses throughout Southcentral Alaska. Where culture, innovation and adventure converge, the unique locations provide unparalleled access to industry connections, Arctic research, outdoor recreation and more, facilitating once-in-a-lifetime experiences, groundbreaking education and impactful careers. Popular links UAA 2025: Strategic Plan Chancellor Equity, Compliance and Title IX About UAA Diversity and Inclusion Equity, Compliance and Title IX Administration Chancellor Academic Affairs Administrative Services Advancement Student Affairs Campuses Kenai Peninsula Kodiak Matanuska Susitna Prince William Sound UAA 2025: Strategic Plan About UAA 2025 Putting Students First Embracing Diversity and Inclusion Community Partner Impact through Innovation Excellence Through Continuous Improvement Academics Academics UAA offers more than 100 degree and certificate programs that consistently prepare students for success after graduation. State-of-the-art classroom instruction and hands-on learning collide in UAA's innovative academic programs, which feature unique courses that train students to lead Alaska into the future. Popular links Academic Programs Advising Dates and Deadlines Academic Affairs Colleges and Schools Arts and Sciences Business and Public Policy Engineering Health Community and Technical Honors School of Education Graduate School Provost Apprenticeship Programs Continuing Education Business Enterprise Institute Admissions and Financial Aid Admissions and Financial Aid Learn more about admissions processes, taking classes, tour UAA in-person or virtually, and find out more about financial aid. The Office of Financial Aid is available to offer support and advice so you can make informed decisions regarding college funding options. The Enrollment Services Center offers virtual and walk-in appointments to help students apply; get help with financial aid, scholarships, and more. Popular links Visit and Tour Academic Programs Transfer to UAA FAFSA, Aid and Scholarships Locations Enrollment Services Center Admissions How to Apply Transfer to UAA Academic Programs Visit and Tour Request more Info Contact Admissions Financial Aid FAFSA, Aid and Scholarships Additional Payment Options Check your Status Student Responsibilities Cost of Attendance, Aid Types and Planning Tools Athletics Athletics From 13 competitive NCAA teams to recreation and intramural and club sports, students have the opportunity to excel in athletics at every level. The Alaska Airlines Center and Seawolf Sports Complex offer recreation as well as hosting community events and concerts. Students can take advantage of cheering for SeawolfNation with free tickets to many games. Popular links Seawolf Online Store Recreation Intramurals Locations Alaska Airlines Center Seawolf Sports Complex Go Seawolves Upcoming Seawolves Games Tickets Staff Directory Women's Sports Basketball Cross Country Gymnastics Skiing Track and Field Volleyball Men's Sports Basketball Cross Country Hockey Skiing Track and Field Research Research UAA is a hub for cutting-edge theoretical and applied research in health, engineering, and the physical and social sciences. In nearly every discipline, undergraduate and graduate students have the opportunity to join research teams and collaborate with experienced faculty mentors. Research at UAA Sponsored Programs Research Integrity and Compliance Graduate School Student Services Student Services Explore the wide variety of services and resources available at UAA to help promote your academic and personal success and well-being. From academic advising to student clubs and residence life, we're here to help you have an amazing university experience. Popular links Advising Bookstore Dates and Deadlines Transcripts USUAA Student Governance Library Student Health and Counseling Center Locations Student Union Enrollment Services Center Student Health and Counseling Center Current Students Advising Bookstore Registration, Dates and Deadlines Military and Veteran Student Services Degree Progress Transfer Credit Graduation Career Services Student Life Engage Organizations and Clubs Activities and Programs Student Union Multicultural Student Services Recreation Residence Life Housing Options Apply for Housing Current Residents Info for Parents/Guardians Contact Residence Life Student Leadership USUAA Student Governance Student Media Concert Board Green Fee Board Club Council Emerging Leaders Program Alaska Natives Alaska Natives Located in the ancestral homelands of the Dena'ina, Ahtna Dene, Alutiiq/Sugpiak, Chugachmiut and Eyak peoples, Alaska Native curriculum at UAA provides an in-depth perspective on contemporary Alaska Native societies, languages, cultures, history, politics, art, governments and corporations. Academic Programs Alaska Native Studies — Anchorage Campus Alaska Native Studies — Kenai Peninsula College Alutiiq Studies — Kodiak College Alaska Native Business Management Minor Student Support Native Student Services Alaska Native Science & Engineering Program (ANSEP) Alaska Native Community Advancement in Psychology (ANCAP) Alaska Native, Indigenous & Rural Outreach Program (ANIROP) Recruitment and Retention of Alaska Natives into Nursing (RRANN) About UAA UAA is the premier university in the heart of Alaska's largest city with campuses throughout Southcentral Alaska. Where culture, innovation and adventure converge, the unique locations provide unparalleled access to industry connections, Arctic research, outdoor recreation and more, facilitating once-in-a-lifetime experiences, groundbreaking education and impactful careers. Popular links UAA 2025: Strategic Plan Chancellor Equity, Compliance and Title IX About UAA Diversity and Inclusion Equity, Compliance and Title IX Administration Chancellor Academic Affairs Administrative Services Advancement Student Affairs Campuses Kenai Peninsula Kodiak Matanuska Susitna Prince William Sound UAA 2025: Strategic Plan About UAA 2025 Putting Students First Embracing Diversity and Inclusion Community Partner Impact through Innovation Excellence Through Continuous Improvement UAA 2025: Strategic Plan Chancellor Equity, Compliance and Title IX Diversity and Inclusion Equity, Compliance and Title IX Chancellor Academic Affairs Administrative Services Advancement Student Affairs Kenai Peninsula Kodiak Matanuska Susitna Prince William Sound About UAA 2025 Putting Students First Embracing Diversity and Inclusion Community Partner Impact through Innovation Excellence Through Continuous Improvement Academics UAA offers more than 100 degree and certificate programs that consistently prepare students for success after graduation. State-of-the-art classroom instruction and hands-on learning collide in UAA's innovative academic programs, which feature unique courses that train students to lead Alaska into the future. Popular links Academic Programs Advising Dates and Deadlines Academic Affairs Colleges and Schools Arts and Sciences Business and Public Policy Engineering Health Community and Technical Honors School of Education Graduate School Provost Apprenticeship Programs Continuing Education Business Enterprise Institute Academic Programs Advising Dates and Deadlines Academic Affairs Arts and Sciences Business and Public Policy Engineering Health Community and Technical Honors School of Education Graduate School Apprenticeship Programs Continuing Education Business Enterprise Institute Admissions and Financial Aid Learn more about admissions processes, taking classes, tour UAA in-person or virtually, and find out more about financial aid. The Office of Financial Aid is available to offer support and advice so you can make informed decisions regarding college funding options. The Enrollment Services Center offers virtual and walk-in appointments to help students apply; get help with financial aid, scholarships, and more. Popular links Visit and Tour Academic Programs Transfer to UAA FAFSA, Aid and Scholarships Locations Enrollment Services Center Admissions How to Apply Transfer to UAA Academic Programs Visit and Tour Request more Info Contact Admissions Financial Aid FAFSA, Aid and Scholarships Additional Payment Options Check your Status Student Responsibilities Cost of Attendance, Aid Types and Planning Tools Visit and Tour Academic Programs Transfer to UAA FAFSA, Aid and Scholarships Enrollment Services Center How to Apply Transfer to UAA Academic Programs Visit and Tour Request more Info Contact Admissions FAFSA, Aid and Scholarships Additional Payment Options Check your Status Student Responsibilities Cost of Attendance, Aid Types and Planning Tools Athletics From 13 competitive NCAA teams to recreation and intramural and club sports, students have the opportunity to excel in athletics at every level. The Alaska Airlines Center and Seawolf Sports Complex offer recreation as well as hosting community events and concerts. Students can take advantage of cheering for SeawolfNation with free tickets to many games. Popular links Seawolf Online Store Recreation Intramurals Locations Alaska Airlines Center Seawolf Sports Complex Go Seawolves Upcoming Seawolves Games Tickets Staff Directory Women's Sports Basketball Cross Country Gymnastics Skiing Track and Field Volleyball Men's Sports Basketball Cross Country Hockey Skiing Track and Field Seawolf Online Store Recreation Intramurals Alaska Airlines Center Seawolf Sports Complex Upcoming Seawolves Games Tickets Staff Directory Basketball Cross Country Gymnastics Skiing Track and Field Volleyball Basketball Cross Country Hockey Skiing Track and Field Research UAA is a hub for cutting-edge theoretical and applied research in health, engineering, and the physical and social sciences. In nearly every discipline, undergraduate and graduate students have the opportunity to join research teams and collaborate with experienced faculty mentors. Research at UAA Sponsored Programs Research Integrity and Compliance Graduate School Sponsored Programs Research Integrity and Compliance Graduate School Student Services Explore the wide variety of services and resources available at UAA to help promote your academic and personal success and well-being. From academic advising to student clubs and residence life, we're here to help you have an amazing university experience. Popular links Advising Bookstore Dates and Deadlines Transcripts USUAA Student Governance Library Student Health and Counseling Center Locations Student Union Enrollment Services Center Student Health and Counseling Center Current Students Advising Bookstore Registration, Dates and Deadlines Military and Veteran Student Services Degree Progress Transfer Credit Graduation Career Services Student Life Engage Organizations and Clubs Activities and Programs Student Union Multicultural Student Services Recreation Residence Life Housing Options Apply for Housing Current Residents Info for Parents/Guardians Contact Residence Life Student Leadership USUAA Student Governance Student Media Concert Board Green Fee Board Club Council Emerging Leaders Program Advising Bookstore Dates and Deadlines Transcripts USUAA Student Governance Library Student Health and Counseling Center Student Union Enrollment Services Center Student Health and Counseling Center Advising Bookstore Registration, Dates and Deadlines Military and Veteran Student Services Degree Progress Transfer Credit Graduation Career Services Engage Organizations and Clubs Activities and Programs Student Union Multicultural Student Services Recreation Housing Options Apply for Housing Current Residents Info for Parents/Guardians Contact Residence Life USUAA Student Governance Student Media Concert Board Green Fee Board Club Council Emerging Leaders Program Alaska Natives Located in the ancestral homelands of the Dena'ina, Ahtna Dene, Alutiiq/Sugpiak, Chugachmiut and Eyak peoples, Alaska Native curriculum at UAA provides an in-depth perspective on contemporary Alaska Native societies, languages, cultures, history, politics, art, governments and corporations. Academic Programs Alaska Native Studies — Anchorage Campus Alaska Native Studies — Kenai Peninsula College Alutiiq Studies — Kodiak College Alaska Native Business Management Minor Student Support Native Student Services Alaska Native Science & Engineering Program (ANSEP) Alaska Native Community Advancement in Psychology (ANCAP) Alaska Native, Indigenous & Rural Outreach Program (ANIROP) Recruitment and Retention of Alaska Natives into Nursing (RRANN) Alaska Native Studies — Anchorage Campus Alaska Native Studies — Kenai Peninsula College Alutiiq Studies — Kodiak College Alaska Native Business Management Minor Native Student Services Alaska Native Science & Engineering Program (ANSEP) Alaska Native Community Advancement in Psychology (ANCAP) Alaska Native, Indigenous & Rural Outreach Program (ANIROP) Recruitment and Retention of Alaska Natives into Nursing (RRANN) A version of this story originally appeared in Go Seawolves, the Seawolf Athletics website. UAA will have four Seawolves at the Beijing Olympics in February. Representing the U.S. are current Seawolf JC Schoonmaker and former Seawolf Hailey Swirbul. The pair was named to the U.S. Nordic Ski Team on Jan. 18. Close by will be Zuzana Rogers, B.S. '99, a natural sciences alumna and board-certified sports physical therapist serving on the medical staff for the U.S. Nordic Ski Team.  Physical education alumna and former Seawolf ski member Casey Wright, B.S. '19, is representing Australia. Natural sciences alumnus and former Seawolf hockey player Mat Robinson, B.S. '09, is playing for Canada. "It's a crazy feeling being named to the team," said Schoonmaker. "It really feels like a dream come true, and I'm so pumped to get over there and race. At the same time, it's pretty stressful trying to dodge COVID. It'll be worth it though, and from here on out I'm just focusing on racing the best I can." Schoonmaker is making his Olympic debut in Beijing. The native of Tahoe City, California, has made 17 appearances on the World Cup, with a career-best finish of seventh in the classic sprint in Ruka, Finland, in November 2021. He collected three podium finishes at the L.L. Bean U.S. Cross Country Skiing National Championships in January. Schoonmaker won gold in the freestyle sprint and a pair of bronze medals in the classic sprint and 15-kilometer classic race. He represented the U.S. at the FIS World Championships and the FIS World Junior Championships. Schoonmaker has twice represented UAA at the NCAA Championships earning All-American honors in the 10-kilometer freestyle in 2020. He is studying natural sciences with a concentration in pre-health professions. "We are thrilled that JC made the Olympic team," said Associate Head Coach Trond Flagstad. "A lot of skiers have the Olympics as the ultimate goal and to make it as a 22-year-old is pretty amazing. He made it a goal this spring when he planned out his summer and fall training. Watching videos from last year's World Cup races to learn technique and tactics from the best helped, and learning from mistakes he has made and then to try to improve both tactically and physically." Swirlbul competed for the Seawolves for two seasons (2016-18) earning two All-American honors, including a runner-up finish in the 15-kilometer freestyle in 2018. A native of El Jebel, Colorado, she has over 40 World Cup starts with a career-best finish of third in the 10-kilometer freestyle in Davos, Switzerland, in 2020. She is a three-time U.S. National Champion and was a CoSIDA Academic All-American. This is her Olympic debut. This is Wright's second Olympics. A Melbourne native, she finished 63rd in the classic sprint and 81st in the 10-kilometer freestyle at the Pyeongchang Olympics and has made 13 appearances at the World Cup. During her time at UAA, she earned All-American and Academic All-American honors and was named the Elite 90 winner.  This is the second Olympics for Robinson, who earned bronze with Team Canada at the 2018 Pyeongchang games. A Calgary native, the defenseman was a four-year letterwinner at UAA recording 44 points (9 goals, 35 assists) in 143 games. He served as team captain and was a member of the WCHA All-Academic Team. He has played professionally in the ECHL, AHL, SEL and KHL. Robinson has played the last nine seasons in the KHL, winning the Gagarin Cup with CSKA Moscow in 2019. He is a three-time KHL All-Star and currently has 10 points (3 goals, 7 assists) in 35 games with St. Petersburg SKA. Rogers has worked with the U.S. ski team at numerous Olympic, World Championship and World Cup events. She has skied for UAA and was a three-time All-American. Rogers was inducted into the UAA Sports Hall of Fame in 2011. Beijing Olympics Nordic Ski Schedule (all times Alaska)Feb. 4 – 10:45 p.m. – Women's SkiathlonFeb. 5 – 10 p.m. – Men's SkiathlonFeb. 7 – 11 p.m. – Sprint Freestyle QualifyingFeb. 8 – 1:30 a.m. – Sprint Freestyle FinalsFeb. 9 – 10 p.m. – Women's 10-Kilometer ClassicFeb. 10 – 10 p.m. – Men's 15-Kilometer ClassicFeb. 11 – 10:30 p.m. – Women's 4x5K RelayFeb. 12 – 10 p.m. – Men's 4x10K RelayFeb. 16 – 12 a.m. – Team Classic SprintsFeb. 18 – 9 p.m. – Men's 50K FreestyleFeb. 18 – 9:30 p.m. – Women's 30K Freestyle Beijing Olympic Hockey Schedule (all times Alaska)Feb. 10 – 4:10 a.m. – Canada vs. GermanyFeb. 11 – 7 p.m. – Canada vs. U.S.Feb. 13 – 4:10 a.m. – Canada vs. ChinaFeb. 14 – TBA – Qualifying Round GameFeb. 15 – TBA – Qualifying Round GameFeb. 16 – TBA – Quarterfinal GameFeb. 17 – TBA – Semifinal GameFeb. 18 – TBA – Semifinal GameFeb. 19 – 4:10 a.m. – Bronze Medal GameFeb. 19 – 7:10 a.m. – Gold Medal Game This press release was produced by the University of Alaska Anchorage. The views expressed here are the author's own.