Pogo Geology Symposium

September 25 & 26, 2025
University of Alaska Fairbanks

• Day 1 location: Globe Room, Room 215, Elvey Building
• Day 2 location: BP Design Theater, Room 401A, Usibelli Building

Zoom link: https://alaska.zoom.us/j/81470690065

Objectives/Meeting Information

The Pogo Geology Symposium seeks to gather curious minds from academia and industry alike to facilitate an exchange of information and excitement about the world-class Pogo Au deposit. The event, funded by Northern Star Resources and hosted by the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute and Department of Geosciences, emphasizes the value of different kinds of knowledge (fundamental scientific theory, operational experience, and applied geology) and seeks to demonstrate how each type can be important for mining. Each sector will have the opportunity to present its perspective to the others and to learn from one another. The schedule is designed to give an overview of previous and ongoing Pogo research and operations, with an eye towards the future.
 

Agenda

View the meeting agenda here.

Parking

Parking passes for UAF campus lots are obtained at kiosks or the Passport parking app. Parking is $1.25 per hour and $6 per day. More information about visitor parking can be found here.

View the UAF campus map here. Day 1 will be held in the Elvey Building (recommended parking lot is 9B), and Day 2 will be held in the Usibelli Building. The recommended parking lots for Day 2 are 4A and 8A; both are about a ~5-minute walk from the Usibelli Building.

Food options

Lunch will be provided to registered participants. For other meals, there are a number of nearby, off-campus dining options:

• Lulu's Bread and Bagels
• Lemongrass
• Little Owl Café
• House of the Rising Bun
• House of Fire Pizza (West location)

This is not a complete list of all restaurant options available in Fairbanks, AK.

Group dinner

There will be a group dinner at Pike's Landing on Friday, September 26, 6:30-9 p.m. There will be a shuttle from Sophie Station to the restaurant and back.

Transportation options

• Airport: Fairbanks International Airport
• Taxi/Rideshare options: Ground transportation options (taxis, car rentals, public transportation, shuttles, etc.) are available here. Services like Uber and Lyft are unreliable in Fairbanks.

Other resources

• Google Map of downtown Fairbanks
• Explore Fairbanks—Includes things to know for planning your trip (FAQ, weather, hours of daylight, attractions, aurora viewing, etc.)