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June 2016 UW News

University of Wyoming Calendar for July 4

These are among the activities scheduled July 4-10 at the University of Wyoming:

Teton Fault Topic of Presentation at UW Research Center July 7

The Teton fault and its potential hazards are the topic of the Harlow Summer Seminars Thursday, July 7, at the University of Wyoming-National Park Service (UW-NPS) Research Center. The center is located at the AMK Ranch in Grand Teton National Park.

SBDC Workshop in Evanston to Focus on Seven Habits of Highly Effective People

Learning the habits of highly effective people will be the subject of a two-day workshop sponsored by the Wyoming Entrepreneur Small Business Development Center (SBDC).

UW Planetarium Offers Moon

There is a lot to see in the state’s summer skies, but the moon takes center stage in a variety of mediums at the Harry C. Vaughan University of Wyoming Planetarium during July.

UW Financial Advisory Committee Taps Bieber as Chair

Longtime University of Wyoming faculty member Stephen Bieber will chair a 13-member committee representing UW administrators, faculty, staff and students to consult with UW President Laurie Nichols in preparing a plan to further reduce spending in the 2018 fiscal year.

Public Event for New UW President July 5 in Riverton

Fremont County residents have an opportunity to meet new University of Wyoming President Laurie Nichols during a public event Tuesday, July 5, at Central Wyoming College in Riverton.

Nine UW Projects Awarded Summer Use of Supercomputer in Cheyenne

Nine projects, a number of which have applications to atmospheric science issues, were recently chosen to receive computational time and storage space on the supercomputer in Cheyenne.

Free Childrens Summer Art Classes Planned at UW Art Museum

The University of Wyoming Art Museum will offer “Paint Pony Express: Storymakers,” a series of free art classes for children ages 3-11 during two weeks in July.

UW Ranks Highly in National Collegiate Fitness Survey

The University of Wyoming ranks No. 4 as a physically active campus among 29 small public universities, according to a recent national survey.

UW Director of Orchestral Activities Teaches at Shanghai University

Michael Griffith is in esteemed company at an institution of higher education in a far-away land. However, it is one where he previously taught and with which he is in tune.

UW Closed Monday for Independence Day

Most University of Wyoming administrative offices will be closed and classes dismissed Monday, July 4, for Independence Day.

UW Budget Reduction Information Available on Website

Information about the University of Wyoming’s budget reductions for the coming biennium is available on a new web page, www.uwyo.edu/president/budget_planning/.

Former UW Department Head Receives Honor for Beef Cattle Improvement Contributions

Former University of Wyoming animal science department head Doug Hixon received a Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) Pioneer Award June 16 during the group's annual meeting and symposium in Manhattan, Kan.

Wyoming Business Tips for July 3

A weekly look at Wyoming business questions from the Wyoming Small Business Development Center (WSBDC), part of WyomingEntrepreneur.Biz, a collection of business assistance programs at the University of Wyoming.

UWs Belmont Awarded NASA Research Grant

A University of Wyoming researcher has received funding from NASA to help understand experiments conducted on the International Space Station.

UW Team Identifies Invasive Grass of Concern to State

The director of the University of Wyoming’s Sheridan Research and Extension Center (ShREC) expressed concern after a rangeland survey found a little-known invasive grass on 70 acres near Sheridan.

Cowboy KICKOFF Returns for Third Year at UW

The Cowboy KICKOFF concert and pep rally is back at the University of Wyoming Friday, Sept. 2, featuring country singer Kip Moore.

Campus Construction Update for June 26

These are among the construction activities scheduled June 26-July 2 at the University of Wyoming:

Wildlife

Migrating animals and the risks posed by encountering vehicles is the topic of the Harlow Summer Seminars Thursday, June 30, at the University of Wyoming-National Park Service (UW-NPS) Research Center. The center is located at the AMK Ranch in Grand Teton National Park.

UW Literacy Research Center Brings Text Messaging Program to Wyoming

This past spring, parents of nearly two dozen 4-year-olds in Head Start and preschool classes in Teton and Sublette counties took part in an early literacy text messaging pilot program via a partnership among the University of Wyoming Literacy Research Center and Clinic, CEPA Labs at Stanford Univer

University of Wyoming Spring Semester Graduates: Resident

The University of Wyoming accorded degrees upon the following students from Wyoming at the completion of the 2016 spring semester.

University of Wyoming Spring Semester Graduates: Nonresident

The University of Wyoming accorded degrees upon the following nonresident students at the completion of the 2016 spring semester.

University of Wyoming Calendar for June 27

These are among the activities scheduled June 27-July 3 at the University of Wyoming:

Chief Washakie Scholarship Students Selected at UW

Chief Washakie scholarships recently were awarded to 12 University of Wyoming students for the coming academic year.

UW Trustees Approve Vendor for New Management System

A transformation of the University of Wyoming’s financial, administrative and research support systems will begin soon, following action by the UW Board of Trustees.

UW Students Receive Northern Arapaho Endowment Scholarships

Six University of Wyoming students are the recipients of Northern Arapaho Endowment Scholarships for the summer session and the 2016-17 academic year.

UW Religion Today: Ramadan in East Jerusalem

The month-long Muslim festival of Ramadan began this year June 5. Two summers ago, I arrived in East Jerusalem, the Muslim section of the city, on the day after Ramadan’s start. Things were quite different from my previous visit, when it had not been Ramadan. Here are my traveler’s tales:

University of Wyoming Spring Semester Provosts Honor Roll: Resident

The University of Wyoming lists the following students from Wyoming on the 2016 spring semester Provost’s Honor Roll.

University of Wyoming Spring Semester Provosts Honor Roll: Nonresident

The University of Wyoming lists the following nonresident students on the 2016 spring semester Provost’s Honor Roll.

Summer Concert Series Features Shacktivists at UW June 29

The Summer Programs concert series continues with local band Shacktivists performing on Simpson Plaza at the University of Wyoming Wednesday, June 29, from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Enhanced Oil Recovery Conference Canceled

Low registrations and sponsorship have prompted the University of Wyoming’s Enhanced Oil Recovery Institute (EORI) to cancel the 10th annual EORCO2 Conference July 12-14 in Casper.

Committee Named to Consult with President on UW Financial Plan

A 13-member committee representing University of Wyoming administrators, faculty, staff and students has been appointed to consult with UW President Laurie Nichols in preparing a plan to further reduce spending in the 2018 fiscal year.

UW Snowy Range Summer Theatre Presents Godspell June 28

The 2016 Snowy Range Summer Theatre season continues with a spirited revival of the beloved Broadway musical “Godspell,” a timeless tale of friendship, loyalty and love.

UW MBA Program Deadline Extended for Residents Affected by Economic Downturn

The application deadline for the University of Wyoming’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program has been extended to Monday, Aug. 1, for those recently affected by the state’s economic downturn.

UW Art Museums Annual Gala to Celebrate Wyoming

The University of Wyoming Art Museum will host its 23rd annual gala fundraiser, “Wyoming Rocks! Celebrating Wyoming Resources & Wonders,” Saturday, Oct. 22, at 6 p.m. in the Marian H. Rochelle Gateway Center.

New Research Details How Big Game Follow Spring Green

Most big-game animals in Wyoming and the West can assess the quality of vegetation during the spring green-up to select the best patches of habitat during the growing season, a team of researchers led by University of Wyoming and U.S. Geological Survey scientists has documented.

Volunteers to March in Jubilee Days Parade July 9

The University of Wyoming Pride Committee is looking for volunteers to don their brown and gold and walk with UW’s parade contingent and the president’s vehicle during the Laramie Jubilee Days Parade, Saturday, July 9.

UWs Vogel Places Seventh in CNFR Goat Tying

University of Wyoming’s Josee Vogel and Jake Smith faced long odds heading into Saturday night’s short go at the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) in the Casper Events Center.

UW Parking Permits Available Beginning June 27

University of Wyoming parking permits for 2016-17 will be available for purchase beginning Monday, June 27. For more information and to order a permit online, click here.

UW Faculty Member Co

A University of Wyoming professor is co-editor of a new reference book that explores early American hunter-gatherers and bison -- a publication that also honors two anthropology colleagues he has worked with in the field for decades.

Meeting on UW Financial Situation Wednesday in A&S Auditorium

A meeting for University of Wyoming President Laurie Nichols to discuss her declaration of a financial crisis has been moved to UW’s Arts and Sciences auditorium Wednesday, June 22, at 3 p.m.

Wyoming Business Tips for June 26

A weekly look at Wyoming business questions from the Wyoming Small Business Development Center (WSBDC), part of WyomingEntrepreneur.Biz, a collection of business assistance programs at the University of Wyoming.

UW Television Program Examines Diversifying State Revenues

University of Wyoming economist Rob Godby will discuss options on how to diversify Wyoming’s tax revenues on the UW news and information program “Wyoming Signatures” Sunday, June 19, at 5:30 p.m. on Wyoming Public Television.

UW Names Kate Miller Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs

An accomplished geophysicist who has led Texas A&M University’s College of Geosciences for the past seven years has been named provost and vice president for academic affairs at the University of Wyoming.

Tough Go for Pair of UW Team Members at CNFR

A pair of University of Wyoming team members is up Friday with short go bids on the line at the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) at the Casper Events Center. The competition ends the third round.

Campus Construction Update for June 19

These are among the construction activities scheduled June 19-25 at the University of Wyoming:

UWs Vogel Moves into Seventh in CNFR Goat Tying Standings

Better believe that University of Wyoming Cowgirl Josee Vogel will be watching the final two performances of goat tying at the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR).

UW Summer Lecture Series at AMK Ranch Begins Thursday

Pete Coppolillo, the executive director of Working Dogs for Conservation (WD4C), is the first speaker of the Harlow Summer Seminars Thursday, June 23, at the University of Wyoming-National Park Service (UW-NPS) Research Center. The center is located at the AMK Ranch in Grand Teton National Park.

University of Wyoming Spring Semester Dean's and Deans Freshman Honor Rolls: Nonresident

The University of Wyoming lists the following nonresident students on the 2016 spring semester academic Dean's and Dean’s Freshman Honor Rolls.

University of Wyoming Calendar for June 20

These are among the activities scheduled June 20-26 at the University of Wyoming:

Energy Summer Institute at UW Begins June 19

Twenty students from Wyoming and two other states will engage in energy-related, hands-on activities during the Energy Summer Institute at the University of Wyoming June 19-24.

UW Trustees Back Plan for Budget Reductions

The University of Wyoming Board of Trustees has approved a budget that will reduce ongoing spending by about $19 million and internally reallocate about $6 million in one-time funding during the fiscal year that begins July 1.

University of Wyoming Spring Semester Deans and Deans Freshman Honor Rolls: Resident

The University of Wyoming lists the following students from Wyoming on the 2016 spring semester academic Dean’s and Dean’s Freshman Honor Rolls.

Dyrty Byrds to Perform at UW June 22

The duo Dyrty Byrds and its band will perform Wednesday, June 22, from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. on Simpson Plaza at the University of Wyoming as part of the Summer Programs concert series. The event is free and open to the public.

UWs Webb Places Third in Second Round at CNFR

This time, Kailee Webb and her horse “Flying for Perks” were up to the task.

UW Art Museum Presents Love Motel for Insects and Pollinator Garden in Laramies Depot Park

Artist and biologist Brandon Ballengée will install the temporary public artwork, “Love Motel for Insects: Laramie Railroad Depot Variation and Pollinator Garden,” the week of June 20 at Laramie’s Depot Park.

Students Selected for Engineering Summer Program at UW

Incoming high school seniors from Wyoming and six other states will explore various fields of engineering during the University of Wyoming College of Engineering and Applied Science’s annual Engineering Summer Program June 19-25.

Public Event for New UW President June 20 in Cheyenne

Laramie County residents will have an opportunity to meet new University of Wyoming President Laurie Nichols during a public reception Monday, June 20, in Cheyenne.

Meetings Planned to Update Cattle Producers on Brucellosis

Meetings to update cattle producers on brucellosis are in Cody Monday, July 18; Pinedale Tuesday, July 19; Sheridan Monday, July 25; and Greybull Tuesday, July 26.

11 Finalists Announced for Fisher Innovation Challenge

Sometimes, it’s not easy to make a decision -- especially when the quality is so close.

UW's Jacob Smith Second in CNFR Bull Riding After Opening Round

If University of Wyoming Cowboys Jacob Smith and Jaden Clark were nervous about making their first College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) appearance, they sure didn’t show it with a pair of top 10 performances Sunday afternoon.

UW Rodeo Team Solid on Second Day of CNFR

It was nothing fancy, just a solid second day at the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) for the University of Wyoming’s rodeo teams.

UW Researcher's Papers Ranked Among 'Most Influential'

Telling bacteria “Stay!” or “Go!” really is like giving commands to man’s best friend to sit or fetch -- you just need to know the key words in micro-speak to unlock the language.

UW Move

Volunteer sign-ups are now being accepted to welcome new and returning students and their families to the University of Wyoming for the fall semester.

UW Copy and Print Center Gives Back to the Environment

Most University of Wyoming administrative offices will be closed and classes dismissed Monday, July 4, for Independence Day.

UW Alumni Association Seeks Information for Homecoming Schedule

The University of Wyoming Alumni Association requests that campus departments inform the association about activities planned for Homecoming 2016.

Society of Exploration Geophysicists Honors UW's Grana

A University of Wyoming faculty member has been recognized by the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) for his contributions to the field of rock physics.

McCormack Honored for Years of Service to UW Engineering

An office dedicated to student support in the University of Wyoming’s College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) will be renamed to honor a longtime staff member who touched countless lives in higher education.

Wyoming Business Tips for June 19

A weekly look at Wyoming business questions from the Wyoming Small Business Development Center (WSBDC), part of WyomingEntrepreneur.Biz, a collection of business assistance programs at the University of Wyoming.

UW Board of Trustees to Meet June 15

Plans to reduce the University of Wyoming’s budget by more than $41 million in the upcoming biennium will come before UW’s Board of Trustees Wednesday, June 15.

UW Art Museum to Celebrate Summer Solstice June 20

The public is invited to attend the University of Wyoming Art Museum’s annual summer solstice celebration Monday, June 20, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Crowdfunding Effort Begins to Raise Money for Laramie Robotics Club

A fundraising campaign began Thursday to raise money for an educational club within the College of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Wyoming.

Campus Construction Update for June 12

These are among the construction activities scheduled June 12-18 at the University of Wyoming:

UW Teams Prepare for College National Finals Rodeo

It took the 10th and final rodeo of the regular season for the University of Wyoming women’s rodeo team to finally figure out just how good it is.

UW Summer Theatre Season Opens with The Missionary Position June 14

Pragmatism and piety collide in the 2016 Snowy Range Summer Theatre season opener, “The Missionary Position,” Keith Reddin’s timely comedy about the backroom dealings on a presidential campaign trail.

Contact Us

Institutional Communications
Bureau of Mines Building, Room 137
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: (307) 766-2929
Email: cbaldwin@uwyo.edu


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