Our Values

Collaboration

We are part of a community of those who inhabit and study the Arctic. Our relationships with staff, researchers, students, rural and Indigenous communities, artists, other research stations, the public, and our partnering agencies and institutions are critical to our success as a station.

Open Communication

We value open and transparent communication that facilitates collaboration across disciplines and across scales, from staff and researchers to government agencies to �ֻ�ֱ�� Native nations and international institutes.

Dynamic Support

We embrace a dynamic approach to provide high quality and dependable support to ensure year-round access and opportunities for research and education. We adapt our operations and services as both science and the Arctic changes.

Safety & Inclusion

Safety is essential in all aspects of our operations. We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives of community members, and strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected and supported. We aim to provide a harassment-free environment and commit to responding rapidly and appropriately when incidents occur.

Supporting Science for a Better, More Sustainable Future

We support research and foster education of Arctic science for all. We steward the lands around Toolik by supporting ethical research that addresses important scientific and societal challenges. Research at the station benefits society. We work to minimize our negative effects on the environment, including by supporting sustainable operations that reduce our carbon footprint.