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May 2018 UW News

J Shogren Shanghaid Duo Opens UW Summer Concert Series June 6

Local musicians J Shogren Shanghai’d Duo will open the 2018 Summer Concert Series Wednesday, June 6, at the University of Wyoming.

UW Trustees to Hold Special Meeting Friday

A special meeting of the University of Wyoming Board of Trustees will take place Friday, June 1, at 7 a.m. via teleconference.

UW Energy Resources Council to Meet June 15

The University of Wyoming Energy Resources Council (ERC) will meet at 8 a.m. Friday, June 15, at the BP Collaboration Center in the Energy Innovation Center on the UW campus.

UW Religion Today: Movie Superheroes and Divine Play

When is a human not a human? When he or she is a superhero!

UW Bus Driver to Compete in National Roadeo Competition

Jody Sullivan is eager to demonstrate on the national level the driving and safety skills he has learned as a University of Wyoming transit bus operator.

Bray to Succeed Flanigan as UWs First

Meg Flanigan, the University of Wyoming’s first-year seminar (FYS) coordinator since the start of the new University Studies Program in 2015, will return full-time to her home Department of Zoology and Physiology this fall.

UW's AHC Learns Hoppys Saddle Actually Was Wifes

Research by a student worker at the University of Wyoming’s American Heritage Center (AHC) has determined that a saddle displayed for years as “Hopalong Cassidy’s Saddle” actually was used by his wife in the early TV show.

UW Seeks Faculty Accreditation Fellows

The University of Wyoming’s Office of Academic Affairs invites applications from UW faculty and/or academic professionals to serve as UW Faculty Accreditation Fellows (FAF) during the spring semester of 2019 and, if desired, summer session and fall semester 2019.

UW Grad Student Selected for Summer Research Seminar

A University of Wyoming College of Education Ph.D. student in literacy education has been accepted into the prestigious annual Dartmouth Summer Seminar for Composition Research.

Campus Construction Update for May 27

These are among the construction activities scheduled May 27-June 2 at the University of Wyoming:

UW Trustees Budget Committee to Meet Tuesday

The Biennium Budget Committee of the University of Wyoming Board of Trustees is scheduled to meet Tuesday, May 29, from 9-11 a.m. via teleconference.

UW Receives Funding for Carbon Storage Feasibility Project

The University of Wyoming has received a $9.77 million award from the U.S. Department of Energy to proceed with a project to determine the feasibility of establishing a commercial-scale geological storage complex for carbon dioxide (CO2) in Wyoming.

UW Department of Physics and Astronomy Grad Student Wins NASA Fellowship

Jessica Sutter, a third-year graduate student in the University of Wyoming’s Department of Physics and Astronomy, is one of eight astrophysics students, out of 177 applicants, to receive a $45,000 NASA Earth and Space Science Fellowship (NESSF).

University of Wyoming Calendar for May 28

These are among the activities scheduled May 28-June 3 at the University of Wyoming:

UW Summer High School Institute Names Participants

An opportunity to achieve intellectual and personal growth for 90 talented rising juniors throughout the state will be presented in the 33rd annual Summer High School Institute (HSI) June 10-30 at the University of Wyoming.

UW President Special Guest at Annual Forage Field Day in Lingle

University of Wyoming President Laurie Nichols is the special guest at the sixth annual Forage Field Day Tuesday, June 12, near Lingle.

Long-Term Research Shows Domestic Cattle Resist Oral Exposure to Chronic Wasting Disease

Cattle fed extremely high oral doses of chronic wasting disease (CWD)-infected brain material or kept in heavily prion-contaminated facilities for 10 years showed no neurological signs of the disease.

WTBC CEO Jon Benson e2e Program Speaker at UW

For the past 13 years, Jon Benson has been at the helm of the Wyoming Technology Business Center (WTBC). On June 6, the WTBC CEO will say goodbye during the Laramie chapter meeting of the e2e Wyoming program. Benson will retire at the end of June.

UW Art Museum to Offer Family Workshop June 2

The University of Wyoming Art Museum will host Family Saturday Workshop June 2 from 10 a.m.-noon.

Exhibition Celebrating Carissa Gold Mine Opens in UW Visual Arts Gallery

A new exhibition by current and former University of Wyoming artists Wendy Lemen Bredehoft, Susan Moldenhauer and Margaret Wilson is now on display through Sept. 14 at the University of Wyoming Visual Arts Building gallery, located at 22nd Street and Willett Drive.

UW Wins Grant for Buddhist Studies Professorship

The University of Wyoming’s Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies will create a professorship in Buddhist studies, thanks to a grant from the Robert H.N. Ho Family Foundation.

University of Wyoming Calendar for June 4

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

UW Announces Memorial Day Closures

Most University of Wyoming administrative offices will be closed, and classes will be dismissed Monday, May 28, for Memorial Day.

First Look at WyoCloud Human Capital Management System May 24 at UW

To prepare the University of Wyoming campus community for WyoCloud Human Capital Management (HCM), the WyoCloud team will host “deep dive” sessions throughout the summer to provide live demonstrations of the new HCM system and answer employee questions.

UWs Robertson Helps Write Standards for Preparing Literacy Professionals

University of Wyoming College of Education Assistant Professor Dana Robertson, executive director of UW’s Literacy Research Center and Clinic, was part of a team of 28 literacy experts that recently wrote updated standards for preparing literacy professionals.

UW Trustees Approve Personnel Actions

The University of Wyoming Board of Trustees approved the following personnel items during its meeting Friday, May 11.

Sixteen UW Students Honored at Nursing Convocation

Sixteen recently graduated University of Wyoming Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing students were honored with awards during the school’s annual Nursing Convocation ceremony.

Campus Construction Update for May 20

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

UW Presidential Scholarships Now Available for Wyomings Top Students

The effort to recruit Wyoming’s best and brightest students to attend the University of Wyoming has received a big boost, thanks to a $500,000 gift from the Joe and Arlene Watt Foundation.

University of Wyoming Calendar for May 21

These are among the activities scheduled May 21-27 at the University of Wyoming:

UW Names VP for Finance and Administration

An experienced higher education administrator who served as president of Temple University and chief financial officer at Indiana University has been appointed as the University of Wyoming’s vice president for finance and administration.

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Symposium May 30

Recent developments in drone usage, along with technology challenges, acquiring data and legal issues, are among topics at the upcoming Wyoming Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Symposium at the University of Wyoming.

Community Meeting for Enhancing Work with Native Americans in Riverton

A subcommittee of the University of Wyoming’s Native American Affairs Advisory Committee will hold a listening session Thursday, May 17, in Riverton to help UW enhance its work with Native Americans in the region.

UW Religion Today: Morality: The Face of Public Christianity

A non-Christian who read recent newspapers to learn about Christianity might arrive at the following picture. Christianity believes that marriage is between a man and woman, so no marriage between members of the same sex. Christianity believes life begins at conception, so no abortion and no stem ce

Butterfly Series Exhibition to Open at UW Art Museum May 26

“The Butterfly Series: From the Collection of Jordan W. Finkelstein MD, MSc” will open Saturday, May 26, at the University of Wyoming Art Museum.

UWs Mary Behrens to be Honored by AANP

Mary Behrens, a 1998 University of Wyoming nursing alumna, will be honored at an awards ceremony and reception during the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) 2018 National Conference June 26-July 1 in Denver, Colo.

UWs 7220 Entertainment Student Short Film Festival Names Winners

Eight major awards were handed out at the recent 7220 Entertainment Student Short Film Festival, which honored University of Wyoming students who showcased their filmmaking skills.

UW President to Visit Worland May 23

University of Wyoming President Laurie Nichols will meet with Big Horn Basin residents in Worland Wednesday, May 23.

Holly Miller Receives UW CHS Outstanding Career Achievement Award

Holly Miller recently received the 2018 University of Wyoming College of Health Sciences (CHS) Outstanding Career Achievement Award.

UWs Leonard Awarded Prestigious Fulbright Research Chair in STEM Education

Jacqueline Leonard, director of the University of Wyoming’s Science and Mathematics Teaching Center (2012-16) and professor of elementary and early childhood education (2012-present) in the College of Education, has been selected for a Fulbright Canada Research Chair in STEM Education award.

UWs Henkel Wins Book Award from Working

Scott Henkel, a University of Wyoming assistant professor in the departments of English and African American and Diaspora Studies, has won an award from the Working-Class Studies Association (WCSA) for his book, “Direct Democracy: Collective Power, the Swarm, and the Literatures of the Americas.”

UW Board of Trustees Authorizes Wyoming Union Visioning Study

The University of Wyoming is seeking the services of a third-party firm to help develop a long-term vision for the Wyoming Union.

UW Adds Cybersecurity Certificate Program

The University of Wyoming has taken another step to become a national hub for cybersecurity.

Final AVP for Global Engagement Candidate to Visit UW Monday

The final candidate for the position of associate vice provost for global engagement at the University of Wyoming is scheduled to give a public presentation at UW Monday.

Campus Construction Update for May 13

These are among the construction activities scheduled May 13-19 at the University of Wyoming:

UW Pharmacy Students to Participate in Innovative Exchange Program with Howard University

This fall, the University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy will participate in an innovative exchange program with its counterparts from Howard University’s College of Pharmacy.

Northern Arapaho Endowment Scholars Named at UW

Nine University of Wyoming students are the recipients of Northern Arapaho Endowment Scholarships for the 2018-19 academic year.

University of Wyoming Calendar for May 14

These are among the activities scheduled May 14-20 at the University of Wyoming:

UW American Heritage Center Exhibit Series Marks Laramies 150th Anniversary

To celebrate the 150th anniversary of Laramie, the University of Wyoming’s American Heritage Center (AHC) is hosting a summer exhibit series that spotlights collections depicting Laramie life and history throughout the last 150 years.

UW Students Hope to Expand Businesses Through Ellbogen $50K Entrepreneurship Awards

Kennan Oyen nearly dropped out of the annual John P. Ellbogen $50K Entrepreneurship Competition at the University of Wyoming. Luckily, she didn’t.

UW Receives Renewal Contract to Provide Wyoming Drug Utilization Review Services

The University of Wyoming has been selected to provide Drug Utilization Review (WY-DUR) services to the state of Wyoming through a competitive bidding process administered by the Wyoming Department of Health.

UW Nordic Ski Teams Trash 2 Treasures Project Underway

Members of the University of Wyoming’s Nordic ski team are collecting unwanted items from students, faculty, staff and Laramie community members as part of the club’s annual Trash 2 Treasures fundraiser and community project.

Program Brings Russian Undergraduates to UW

The University of Wyoming has been selected to host three undergraduate students from Russia for the 2018-19 school year through the Year of Exchange in America for Russians (YEAR) Program, funded by the U.S. Embassy in Moscow.

Governors Brucellosis Coordination Team to Meet in Lander

A brucellosis surveillance update and the latest research information at the University of Wyoming are among topics at the Governor’s Brucellosis Coordination Team meeting Tuesday, May 22, in Lander.

UWs What in the World? Summer Program Scheduled in Centennial

University of Wyoming students and faculty members will give three presentations during the sixth annual “What in the World?” summer program at the Albany County Public Library Centennial branch. All discussions are free and open to the public.

UW Students Receive Phi Beta Kappa Excellence in Liberal Arts Awards

University of Wyoming students were recognized for excellence in research related to the liberal arts during UW’s recent Undergraduate Research Day.

UW Institute Awards Funding for Oil and Gas Data Projects

Working with private companies, the University of Wyoming’s Enhanced Oil Recovery Institute (EORI) will gain insights into reservoirs and technologies that could result in improved methods to recover stranded oil and gas in the state.

UW AVP for Global Engagement Finalists to Visit Campus

Finalists for the position of associate vice provost for global engagement at the University of Wyoming have been identified, and they’re scheduled to give public presentations at UW beginning this week.

RSO Award Winners Announced at UW

University of Wyoming student groups were recently recognized for their efforts during the 16th annual Recognized Student Organization (RSO) Awards of Excellence banquet.

Kruger Receives UWs Milstead Distinguished Librarianship Award

David Kruger, a librarian in the University of Wyoming Libraries, is the recipient of UW’s 2018 Agnes Milstead Distinguished Librarianship Award.

Gamelan Concert Thursday at UW

The University of Wyoming’s Balinese music ensemble, Gamelan Candra Wyoga, will perform its spring concert Thursday, May 10, at 7:30 p.m. in the UW College of Education auditorium.

UW’s Top First-Year Course Instructors Honored

The University of Wyoming has presented PIE (Promoting Intellectual Engagement) Awards to 34 instructors who inspire excitement, inquiry and autonomy in first-year courses.

UWs Skinner Becomes Phi Beta Kappa Honorary Member

Longtime University of Wyoming faculty member Donal Skinner, the first dean of UW’s new Honors College, has been inducted as an honorary member of Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious academic honor society.

UWs De Young Named AED President for One

Kyle De Young, an assistant professor in the University of Wyoming’s Department of Psychology, will guide the Academy for Eating Disorders (AED) during its milestone 25th year.

UWs Crawford Receives Hollon Family Award

Whether he creates YouTube videos or sets up discussion boards, Scott Crawford finds ways to engage his students and help them succeed in his online statistics courses.

UWs Bergman Honored by International Society for Environmental Science Career

Longtime University of Wyoming Professor Harold Bergman has been honored with the highest award from the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (SETAC) for people with outstanding careers in the environmental sciences.

UW Summer Hours Begin May 14

University of Wyoming business and administrative offices will observe summer hours (7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) beginning Monday, May 14, through Friday, Aug. 24. Fall semester classes will begin Wednesday, Aug. 29.

UW College of Health Sciences Honors 2018 Outstanding Faculty and Staff

The University of Wyoming College of Health Sciences recently honored faculty and staff members for their outstanding contributions to administration, teaching and research.

Listening Session for Enhancing Work with Native Americans May 16 at UW

A University of Wyoming subcommittee will hold a listening session Wednesday, May 16, to help UW enhance its work with Native Americans in the region.

Campus Construction Update for May 6

These are among the construction activities scheduled May 6-12 at the University of Wyoming:

UW Trustees Set Agenda for May 9

The University of Wyoming Board of Trustees will discuss UW’s proposed 2018-19 budget and consider a number of other issues during the board’s regular meeting Wednesday through Friday, May 9-11.

UW Counseling Student Receives National Scholarship

A University of Wyoming College of Education graduate student has received an $8,000 rural scholarship from the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) Foundation.

University of Wyoming Calendar for May 7

These are among the activities scheduled May 7-13 at the University of Wyoming:

Governor to Meet with UW MBA Students Friday

Gov. Matt Mead will discuss the ENDOW (Economically Needed Diversity Options for Wyoming) initiatives with University of Wyoming Master of Business Administration (MBA) students Friday, May 4, in the College of Business.

Chief Washakie Scholars Selected at UW

Chief Washakie scholarships recently were awarded to 18 University of Wyoming students for the coming academic year. They will be recognized at the American Indian Studies honoring of graduates ceremony Friday, May 11, at 5 p.m. in the Marian H. Rochelle Gateway Center, located at 222 S. 22nd St.

Career Event Provides UW Students Look into Industry in Sweetwater County

Nineteen University of Wyoming students recently participated in a “Live Local, Work Local” career experience in Sweetwater County. The program provides students opportunities to live and work in Wyoming.

AVP for Global Engagement Finalists to Visit UW

Finalists for the position of associate vice provost for global engagement at the University of Wyoming have been identified, and they’re scheduled to give public presentations at UW beginning next week.

UW Theatre and Dance Tours Six Songs from Ellis in Nine Wyoming Communities

The University of Wyoming Department of Theatre and Dance will tour nine Wyoming communities performing “Six Songs from Ellis,” an original work that captures the voices of immigrants who passed through Ellis Island in one of the greatest human migrations of all time.

UW Student Nichole Taylor to Speak at 2018 Nursing Convocation

Nichole Taylor, a University of Wyoming Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program graduate-elect from Gillette, has been selected to deliver the Nursing Convocation 2018 message this year. The ceremony is scheduled Friday, May 11, from 2-4 p.m. in the College of Arts and Sciences auditorium.

UW Commencement Ceremonies May 12

A former Wyoming governor, a respected industry and community leader, the first female state geologist and three University of Wyoming students are among speakers at UW’s spring commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 12.

More Than 500 Participants Expected for UWs Women in STEM Conference

More than 500 junior and senior high school students from across the state will descend upon the University of Wyoming campus May 15 to learn more about science and its various disciplines.

UW Trustees Budget Committee Hearings May 7

Units of the University of Wyoming will present their proposed 2018-19 budgets to the Budget Committee of the UW Board of Trustees Monday and Tuesday, May 7-8.

UW Student Wins Outstanding Masters Thesis Award

Sachintha Mendis, a former master’s degree student in the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at the University of Wyoming, has received the prestigious Outstanding Master’s Thesis Award from the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association (AAEA).

UW Religion Today: The Morality of God

One of the most memorable lines in the 2008 movie “Frost/Nixon” is when the former president says bluntly, “when the president does it, that means it’s not illegal.”

UW Art Museum to Host Community Strategic Planning Session May 7

The University of Wyoming Art Museum will host a community strategic planning session Monday, May 7, from 4-7 p.m. in the museum classroom.

Sheridan County Student Finalist for UWs Spitaleri Award

Sara Ellingrod, from Clearmont, was among six finalists for the Rosemarie Martha Spitaleri Award as the University of Wyoming’s outstanding graduating woman.

Rock Springs Student Finalist for UWs Spitaleri Award

Katherine Jacobs, from Rock Springs, was among six finalists for the Rosemarie Martha Spitaleri Award as the University of Wyoming’s outstanding graduating woman.

Local Student Finalist for UWs Spitaleri Award

Marisa Moret, from Fort Collins, Colo., was among six finalists for the Rosemarie Martha Spitaleri Award as the University of Wyoming’s outstanding graduating woman.

Laramie Student Finalist for UWs Spitaleri Award

Alanna Elder, from Laramie, was among six finalists for the Rosemarie Martha Spitaleri Award as the University of Wyoming’s outstanding graduating woman.

Huron Student Finalist for UWs Spitaleri Award

Renae Wollman, from Huron, S.D., was among six finalists for the Rosemarie Martha Spitaleri Award as the University of Wyoming’s outstanding graduating woman.

Cheyennes Mallory Finalist for UWs Tobin Award

Samuel Mallory, of Cheyenne, was among four finalists for the 2018 Tobin Memorial Award as the University of Wyoming’s outstanding graduating man.

Cheyenne's LeBlanc Finalist for UWs Tobin Award

Steven LeBlanc, of Cheyenne, was among four finalists for the 2018 Tobin Memorial Award as the University of Wyoming’s outstanding graduating man.

Wheatland Student Finalist for UWs Tobin Award

Tyler Shockley, of Wheatland, was among four finalists for the 2018 Tobin Memorial Award as the University of Wyoming’s outstanding graduating man.

UW Researchers Study How to Improve Southern Sea Otters Chances of Survival

University of Wyoming researchers have been studying how best to bolster the southern sea otter population, which suffers from low genetic diversity and has been further ravaged by Toxoplasma brain disease and others, shark attacks and illegal shootings by fishermen.

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Phone: (307) 766-2929
Email: cbaldwin@uwyo.edu


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