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ISER Celebrates 65 Years

ISER Directors Diane Hirshberg (2021-2026), Gunnar Knapp (2013-2016), Steve Colt (2007-2009), Fran Ulmer (2005-2007), and Lee Gorsuch (1976-1994)

The Institute of Social and Economic Research got its start in 1961, just two years after Alaska statehood. ISER has been at the forefront of public policy research ever since.

To celebrate 65 […]

Joseph Besl2026-06-23T16:41:00-08:00May 23rd, 2026|Categories: News|Tags: alaska, history, public policy|

Alaska Historical Society Keynote Address Speaker: Diane Hirshberg

Dr. Diane Hirshberg was the keynote speaker for the Alaska Historical Society Conference held at the Kenai Peninsula College and nearby locations Oct 5-8, 2023. The conference was titled “Connections and Disconnections in Alaska History” and is connected to a larger set of discussions on enhancing Alaska […]

Lisa Gonzales Ives2023-10-11T19:39:41-08:00October 11th, 2023|Categories: News|Tags: alaska, Alaska Historical Society, Diane Hirshberg, education, history|