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September 2018 UW News

UW to Host National Print Conference Oct. 3

The 2018 Mid America Print Council (MAPC) conference is coming west. The biennial national symposium will be hosted by the University of Wyoming’s Department of Visual Arts Oct. 3-6 at the Visual Arts Building.

UW Student Health Service Offers Flu Shots for Students

The University of Wyoming Student Health Service again will offer seasonal flu shots for students this fall.

UW Argues for Dismissal of Lawsuit

The University of Wyoming has asked a federal court to dismiss a discrimination lawsuit against UW and the UW Foundation, arguing no evidence has been presented that a former staff member lost her job for reasons other than necessary reorganization resulting from budget reductions.

Survey Shows Strong Student Satisfaction at UW

More than 90 percent of University of Wyoming students are pleased with their UW education, according to the latest UW Student Satisfaction Survey (UWSSS).

Stoicism Scholar Pigliucci to Speak at UW Oct. 9

Massimo Pigliucci, a popular figure in the world of stoicism, will speak at the University of Wyoming Tuesday, Oct. 9.

World War I and America Art Exhibition on Display at UW Libraries

Documents and images from World War I are showcased in a traveling exhibition on view through Friday, Oct. 12, in the Level 3 Gallery at the University of Wyoming’s Coe Library.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Oct. 1

These are among the activities scheduled Oct. 1-7 at the University of Wyoming:

Saturday University Remembers Matthew Shepard Oct. 6 at UW

A special edition of Saturday University -- the half day of college lectures and discussion offered by the University of Wyoming -- is scheduled Saturday, Oct. 6, at UW.

October UW Planetarium Schedule Includes Spooky Program Offerings

In keeping with the Halloween theme, spooky solar specters, including black holes and dark matter, highlight October programming at the University of Wyoming Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium.

Comedy Night Returns to UW Oct. 4

AJ Finney will bring his brand of entertainment during StudioWYO’s comedy night Thursday, Oct. 4, at 7 p.m. at the University of Wyoming.

Bingo Night for UW Students Oct. 3

A bingo night for University of Wyoming students is planned Wednesday, Oct. 3, at 8 p.m. in the Wyoming Union Ballroom.

Wyoming Latina Youth Conference Oct. 12

When Ada Montaño Mushati attended her first Wyoming Latina Youth Conference as an eighth-grader nearly a decade ago, she was shocked to see a room full of young women with the same skin color as hers.

UWs Casper Start

Five finalists have been named in the Casper Start-Up Challenge, now in its third year of competition and with another $50,000 fund to seed Casper startup businesses.

UW Professor to Discuss Book Chronicling Lives of Migrant Girls Oct. 3

Lilia Soto, a University of Wyoming associate professor of American studies and Latina/o studies, will discuss her book detailing the lives of immigrant/migrant teenage girls Wednesday, Oct. 3, at the University of Wyoming.

UW Honorary Degree Nomination Deadline Nov. 1

Nominations for 2019 University of Wyoming honorary degrees are due to the Office of the President by Thursday, Nov. 1.

UW Geology Professor Makes Most of Russian Collaboration

Science brought University of Wyoming geochronologist Kevin Chamberlain to Siberia, but it was the Russian people and culture that impressed him the most.

Marty Butts Foodpreneur Tour of Wyoming Canceled

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Marty Butts Tour of Wyoming has been canceled. The series of workshops was scheduled for Sept. 26-28 in Cody, Lander, Laramie, Casper and Gillette.

Best-Selling Author’s Talk at UW Live-Streamed on Zoom

An Oct. 2 public appearance by best-selling author Jeffrey Selingo at the University of Wyoming will be live-streamed and recorded via Zoom.

UW Cowgirls Hold Regional Rodeo Lead; Cowboys in Second

It’s only the second week of competition in the Central Rocky Mountain Region (CRMR), but the University of Wyoming rodeo teams are proving that they have enough quality competitors to remain a factor among the top teams.

UW Botany Professor Heads Innovative Research Project in Costa Rica

What is one thing that researching plants and filming extreme sports have in common? Though it seems unlikely, the answer is drones.

Modest Music Professor Builds Legacy at UW

Bob Belser’s request for this story is simple.

Future Science Teachers Get Hands

This time next year, students currently in University of Wyoming School of Teacher Education Associate Professor Andrea Burrows’ “Science Methods II” course will be leading their own secondary science classes in schools throughout Wyoming and the country. Luckily for them, UW offers many opportuniti

Former ACLU President to Speak at UW Oct. 8

Nadine Strossen, former president of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), will be at the University of Wyoming to discuss free speech on campus Monday, Oct. 8, at 7:30 p.m. in the College of Education auditorium.

WyoCloud Deep Dive Wednesday

The University of Wyoming’s WyoCloud team will host a campus “deep dive” session regarding the new recruitment processes within Human Capital Management.

UW Extension State Office Associate Receives Professional of Year Honor

Ann Roberson, in the University of Wyoming Extension state office, has received the organization’s 2018 Administrative Professional of the Year Award.

Research Workshop Scheduled at UW Oct. 15

Individuals who are conducting research at the University of Wyoming can learn how to take their work to the next level at the Responsible Conduct of Research Workshop Monday, Oct. 15.

Navigating Difficult Situations More Effectively Topic of UW Workshop Sept. 27

The first of two workshops on how to navigate difficult, triggering situations more effectively is scheduled Thursday, Sept. 27, at the University of Wyoming.

Interrupting and Stopping Bias Workshop at UW Sept. 25

A workshop to help attendees learn the tools for interrupting and stopping incidents of bias is scheduled at the University of Wyoming Tuesday, Sept. 25.

UWs Saturday University Planned in Pinedale Sept. 27

A special edition of Saturday University -- the half day of college lectures and discussion offered by the University of Wyoming -- is scheduled Thursday, Sept. 27, in Pinedale.

UW Wind Symphony Presents Fall Pops Concert Sept. 27

The University of Wyoming Wind Symphony opens the fall concert series with “To the Stars, Moon and Beyond” Thursday, Sept. 27, at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall.

UW Sets First-Time Freshman Enrollment Record

The University of Wyoming has enrolled the largest freshman class in its history, with 1,859 first-time students this fall semester.

Locust: The Opera Theme for UWs Saturday University in Jackson Sept. 29

“Locust: The Opera,” a one-hour chamber opera written by two University of Wyoming professors, will premiere in Jackson Sept. 28-29. And to celebrate the performance, a special session of Saturday University -- the half day of college lectures and discussion offered by UW -- is scheduled Saturday, S

Glow-in-the-Dark Activities Scheduled at UW Sept. 28

Glow-in-the-dark activities are scheduled Friday, Sept. 28, at 9 p.m. in the University of Wyoming Union. The event is free and open to UW students.

Cash Prizes for UW Students Offered at Poetry Slam Night Sept. 26

Anthony McPherson, a world poetry slam ranked contestant, will appear at the University of Wyoming Wednesday, Sept. 26, at 8 p.m. A slam poetry competition for UW students -- with cash prizes awarded -- also is planned during the event.

UW Theatre and Dance Season Opens with Below the Navel Above the Knees

The University of Wyoming Department of Theatre and Dance opens the fall season with “Below the Navel Above the Knees,” an adult comedy about a liberal, agnostic California professor who takes a teaching position at a conservative college in rural Kansas.

UW Music Professor to Present Fortepiano Recital Sept. 26

University of Wyoming Department of Music Professor Theresa Bogard will present a fortepiano recital Wednesday, Sept. 26, at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts recital hall. The performance is free and open to the public.

UW Faculty Recital Series Features Kaori Uno

The University of Wyoming Department of Music’s Faculty Recital Series will feature Kaori Uno-Jack with guest pianist Naoko Suga Sunday, Sept. 30, at 5 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts recital hall. The performance is free and open to the public.

UW Chamber Orchestra Presents Baroque Alchemy Sept. 30

The University of Wyoming Chamber Orchestra will present a Baroque-inspired performance Sunday, Sept. 30, at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Sept. 24

These are among the activities scheduled Sept. 24-30 at the University of Wyoming:

Open House for Rare Mammal Fossil at UW Sept. 24

The public is invited to an open house at the Wyoming State Geological Survey (WSGS) to view a rare mammal fossil discovered near Kemmerer.

New UW Publication Looks at Wyoming Population Shifts

A new publication from the Wyoming Open Spaces Initiative at the University of Wyoming describes recent patterns of population growth and change in Wyoming.

UW Religion Today: Wanted: An American Islam

We readily speak of “American Christianity” and “American Judaism” and are even wrapping our minds around the notion of “American Buddhism,” particularly on the West Coast. So, why does the notion of “American Islam” strike us as strange?

University of Wyoming Summer Semester Graduates: Resident

The University of Wyoming accorded degrees upon the following students from Wyoming at the completion of the 2018 summer semester.

University of Wyoming Summer Semester Graduates: Nonresident

The University of Wyoming accorded degrees upon the following nonresident students at the completion of the 2018 summer semester.

Jonah Bank Executive to Speak with UW MBA Students

Kim DeVore, senior vice president, chief financial officer and a founding director of Jonah Bank of Wyoming, will speak with University of Wyoming Master of Business Administration (MBA) students Friday, Sept. 21.

UW Teams Sweep Opening Fall Rodeo

The University of Wyoming’s rodeo season got off to an impressive start when both the Cowboys and Cowgirls squads swept their respective team titles at the opening competition last weekend in Chadron, Neb.

UW Presents Kicks Off Season with The Dustbowl Revival Sept. 28

The Dustbowl Revival, an Americana-style band, will perform as part of the University of Wyoming Presents 2018 fall lineup Friday, Sept. 28, at 7:30 p.m. in Laramie’s Gryphon Theatre.

UW Symphony Orchestra Performs The Magic of Broadway Sept. 20

The University of Wyoming Symphony Orchestra will start the “It’s Magic” season Thursday, Sept. 20, in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall.

UW Professor Writes Book Detailing Lives of Immigrant/Migrant Girls from Mexico

Lilia Soto can remember her childhood experience of migrating to the United States in the 1980s and the anxiety associated with having to live and learn a new culture and being separated from family.

UW College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Recognizes Entomology Professor for Lifetime Achievement

A University of Wyoming professor of entomology who has discovered and named more than 190 insect species from 29 different countries -- and whose career choice was influenced by Dr. Seuss -- is being recognized for his teaching, scholarship and service.

New Cadets Join UW ROTC Cowboy Battalion

The University of Wyoming ROTC Cowboy Battalion is welcoming 45 new cadets to its ranks this fall.

Bike to UW Day Scheduled Sept. 26

The third Bike to UW Day will take place Wednesday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m.-noon at the University of Wyoming Simpson Plaza.

Wyoming Conference on Aging Oct. 2

Up-to-date information on a variety of topics important to older adults and the professionals, family and friends in their lives will be shared during the 2018 Wyoming Conference on Aging at the University of Wyoming’s Conference Center.

UW Researcher Makes Discoveries in Dune Habitat Trends of Wyoming Endangered Plant Species

A University of Wyoming researcher headed a research project that reconstructs the 70-year past to set the stage for the future of a rare plant species in Wyoming.

Speed the Pilgrim Performance Sept. 20 at UW

Indie music groups Speed the Pilgrim, Harpoon the Whale and Figures in Fiction, all from the Cowboy State, will perform Thursday, Sept. 20, at 7 p.m. at the University of Wyoming.

National Student Affairs President Visits UW Sept. 19

Kevin Kruger, president of the national student affairs association, will be at the University of Wyoming Wednesday, Sept. 19, to discuss the future of student affairs.

Wyoming SBDC Offers Foodpreneur Training Tour in Wyoming

Entrepreneurs and startups involved in food-related businesses will soon have an opportunity to learn everything they need to know to be successful.

UW Trustees Approve Tuition Changes

Tuition for most University of Wyoming students will increase by 4 percent in the 2019-20 academic year, with the exception of online graduate programs for nonresidents and two other specific online programs.

UW Science Initiative Alumna Takes Post at Northwest College

Monia Haselhorst, a 2017 doctoral graduate of the University of Wyoming, recently was named the director of the new Teaching and Learning Center at Northwest College (NWC) in Powell.

UW College of Business Hosts Startup Weekend Laramie Sept. 21

For those who have always wanted to develop their own business, now is the chance.

UW-Casper to Host Master’s Degree in Counseling Informational Meeting Sept. 22

Individuals who are interested in the master’s degree in counseling program at the University of Wyoming at Casper can attend an informational meeting Saturday, Sept. 22.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Sept. 17

These are among the activities scheduled Sept. 17-23 at the University of Wyoming:

Trivia Nights Begin at UW Sept. 19

A series of trivia nights is scheduled at the University of Wyoming this semester.

Laramie Inside Out Matthew Shepard Documentary Screened at UW Sept. 14

“Laramie Inside Out” will be screened as part of the 20th remembrance of Matthew Shepard’s murder. The documentary will be shown Friday, Sept. 14, at 6:30 p.m. in the University of Wyoming Union.

Beau Clark to Lead UW Rodeo Program into New Season

Beau Clark can honestly say he doesn’t know what to expect this season.

UW Astronomer Awarded NSF Grant to Study Quasars

Mike Brotherton hopes to shed some light on distant quasars by, in simplest terms, looking at some light.

Nycole Courtney Named Native Center Interim Director at UW

University of Wyoming Associate Dean of Students Nycole Courtney has been named interim director of UW’s Native American Education, Research and Cultural Center (NAERCC).

Native American Origins Topic of Frison Institute Lecture at UW

“Native American Origins: Reconciling the Evidence of Ancient Genomes and Archaeology” is the topic of the 20th annual George C. Frison Institute of Archaeology and Anthropology Lecture Thursday, Sept. 20, at the University of Wyoming.

Free Speech Dialogue on Campus Opens Monthly Brown Bag Series Sept. 18 at UW

Free speech dialogue, focusing on campuses nationwide, is the topic of the first Martin Luther King Jr. Days of Dialogue (MLK DOD) Brown Bag Series Tuesday, Sept. 18, at the University of Wyoming.

Daniels Fund President to Meet with UW MBA Students Friday

Linda Childears, Daniels Fund president and CEO, will speak with University of Wyoming Master of Business Administration (MBA) students Friday, Sept. 14, in the College of Business.

UWs Saturday University Scheduled at Sheridan College Sept. 15

“Hunting and the Hemingway Code” is the theme for the opening fall semester of Saturday University -- the half day of college lectures and discussion offered by the University of Wyoming -- Saturday, Sept. 15, in Sheridan.

UW Researcher Part of EPSCoR Grant to Study How Bees Overcome Harsh Winter Conditions

A University of Wyoming faculty member is part of a research team that will study how bees overcome harsh winter conditions to successfully emerge and reproduce in the spring.

Best-selling author Jeffrey Selingo to Speak at UW

Best-selling author Jeffrey Selingo will speak Tuesday, Oct. 2, at noon in the University of Wyoming Union Ballroom. His presentation is free and open to the public.

WyoCloud Campus Engagement Survey Open Through Sept. 17

The WyoCloud team at the University of Wyoming has released a campus engagement survey to solicit feedback on the Financial Management system and the upcoming release of the Human Capital Management (HCM) system.

Wrongful Convictions Topic of UW Panel Discussion Sept. 17

Postconviction testing and wrongful conviction in Wyoming are part of a panel discussion Monday, Sept. 17, at the University of Wyoming.

UWs SLCE Hosts September Service Saturday

A service day, sponsored by the University of Wyoming’s Service, Leadership and Community Engagement (SLCE) office, will be held Saturday, Sept. 22.

UW Students Need to be Aware of Phishing Scammers Targeting Personal Accounts

Even though no incidents have been reported, University of Wyoming students should be aware of a malicious phishing campaign that has hit some campuses throughout the country.

UW Board of Trustees to Meet Sept. 11

The University of Wyoming Board of Trustees is scheduled to act on tuition rates for the 2019-20 academic year and receive reports on a number of topics during its regular meeting Tuesday through Friday, Sept. 11-14.

Free Language Courses Offered at UW

Thirteen different language courses will be offered for free this semester at the University of Wyoming.

UW Religion Today: Errand into the Wilderness

The observation that Mormonism is the quintessential American religion has long been a scholarly commonplace. One way this statement holds true is with regard to Mormonism’s parallels with the Puritans, the first religious movement of America’s European settlers.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Sept. 10

These are among the activities scheduled Sept. 10-16 at the University of Wyoming:

Study Reveals Big-Game Animals Must Learn to Migrate

A team of scientists at the University of Wyoming has provided the first empirical evidence that ungulates (hooved mammals) must learn where and when to migrate, and that they maintain their seasonal migrations by passing cultural knowledge across generations.

Singer-Songwriter Night Sept. 13

StudioWYO will host three musicians for the first singer-songwriter night of the semester, Thursday, Sept. 13, at 7 p.m. at the University of Wyoming.

New Veterans Services Center Dedication Sept. 14 at UW

A “one-of-a-kind” facility that will enhance the success of the University of Wyoming’s 636 military-connected students will be dedicated Friday, Sept. 14.

Gamelan Candra Wyoga to Perform at UW Sept. 13

Gamelan Candra Wyoga, Wyoming’s Balinese music ensemble, will perform Thursday, Sept. 13, at the University of Wyoming.

UW MBA Students, Faculty Participate in Jackson Leadership Conference

University of Wyoming Master of Business Administration (MBA) students recently participated in a leadership conference in Jackson featuring global senior executives from diverse industry segments. Executives met with students one on one, in breakout sessions and through panel discussions.

Nomination Deadline for Daniels Fund Ethical Leadership Award Sept. 21

The nomination deadline for the Daniels Fund Ethical Leadership Award is Friday, Sept. 21.

Governor Appoints New UW Trustee

A University of Wyoming graduate and licensed clinical social worker from Sweetwater County has been appointed to fill an opening on the UW Board of Trustees.

Wyoming SBDC Network Receives Grant to Commercialize Tech Innovations

The Wyoming Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network will continue to provide high-caliber assistance to technology startups, entrepreneurs and small businesses, thanks to a $125,000 grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration.

UW Construction Report Emails to Cease

The weekly report on construction activities at the University of Wyoming campus no longer will be emailed weekly to employees and students at UW.

UW-Casper Offers Options for End-of-Year Celebration

Students at the University of Wyoming at Casper, already looking forward to graduation, will be offered options for celebrating their accomplishments next spring.

UW Admissions Campus Visitor Center Opens in Wyoming Union

The University of Wyoming Office of Admissions’ new Campus Visitor Center is now open in the Wyoming Union.

Two UW Music Professors Earn Fellowships from Wyoming Arts Council

Ben Markley and Beth Vanderborgh are hitting some high notes for the University of Wyoming. The two Department of Music professors recently were named recipients of 2019 Performing Arts Fellowships by the Wyoming Arts Council.

Annual UW Police Auction Sept. 12

The University of Wyoming Police Department’s (UWPD) annual found property auction is scheduled Wednesday, Sept. 12, beginning at 4 p.m. at the UWPD north parking lot, located at 1426 E. Flint St. Viewing of items to be sold will begin at 3 p.m.

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Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: (307) 766-2929
Email: cbaldwin@uwyo.edu


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