Board Members
PRESIDENT
Helen Willard
Helen is a 4th year UAF student pursuing a degree in Geology. She grew up in the mountains of Colorado, where a passion for climbing and mountaineering developed. This is her second year as president and she’s exited to see the club grow and get outside.
TREASURER
Stella Organek
I am a 3rd year at UAF studying Biochemistry. I do research at UAF on the health of Denali mountaineers. I am an endurance and strength athlete and I have always been passionate about the mountains and the outdoors. I am always excited to learn about mountaineering and have new experiences in the mountains. I love opportunities to be able to support others in their climbing and outdoor pursuits!
VICE PRESIDENT
Pending …
The Vice President role is currently open. Email us if you are interested in filling this role on the AAC board.
SECRETARY
Adriana Ramirez
(Under Construction)
PUBLIC OUTREACH COORDINATOR
Ella Carlson
Ella Carlson is in her 2nd year of UAF studying Anthropology, specifically Archaeology and indigenous ground based knowledge with a minor in Integrated Arts. She’s born and raised in Alaska, and strives to know and share all there is to know of the mountainous roots in this vast terrain! Her role is social media management, as she believes public outreach is vital in assembling the voices of the community together.
Advisors and Committee Chairs
CLUB ADVISOR
Frank Olive
Frank has been in Fairbanks since the early nineties. He has spent the last 20 years climbing and adventuring in Alaska and beyond. His kids are his newest awesome adventure in life. He is the current author of the Fairbanks Area Rock Climbing Guide. Working as a staff member at UAF Outdoor Adventures and teaching outdoor classes keep him busy while he is not hanging with his kids. He is one of the AAC staff advisors.
DESCENT CHAIR
Bronwen Frantz
(Under Construction)
Photo by AAC Member Helen Willard, Triangle Peak