UW Student Blog Articles

June 3, 2024

Like many, I saw university as an opportunity to learn and grow both academically and as an individual. University was an opportunity for change. So, when I entered my first year of school in 2019, I attempted to search out opportunities that lead me to growth.

May 7, 2024

With commencement just around the corner, I asked some of the graduating Cowboy Coaches what they are looking forward to after graduation and how their college experience has shaped them as a person.

April 23, 2024

I was pleasantly surprised to discover the depth of sustainability initiatives at UW the many opportunities for student involvement. We live in a world where environmental concerns are at the forefront of global issues, so sustainability efforts have become increasingly more prevalent. In honor of Earth Day, I delved into learning more about the avenues through which students can engage in campus sustainability efforts.

March 29, 2024

For as long as I can remember, math has been challenging for me. I always dreaded going to math class, so the thought of a college math class seemed terrifying to me. Luckily, the University of Wyoming has great resources.

March 1, 2024

As a community college student, there’s always the question, “When I’m done here, where should I transfer to?” For me, it was easy to choose UW!

February 2, 2024

Earning your MBA can be an exciting steppingstone to the next stage of your career. However, the idea of going back to school can be daunting, especially for those currently employed at a full-time job. Luckily, the MBA program at the University of Wyoming is built to help you earn your degree at your own pace and leave with an arsenal of new skills learned along the way!

December 21, 2023

When we get to college, a lot of people think they know exactly what it is they want to study. Some of us get it right, but many of us will begin to question ourselves and our major somewhere along the way. I was one of those students - I changed my major four times throughout my college career at UW.

November 29, 2023

Our club and intramural sports programs here at UW provide opportunities for students to continue playing sports or try out something new during their time here in school. These programs are made for everyone at every skill level. So, whether you have been playing soccer your whole life and want to continue or you always wanted to give hockey a try, you will be able to find your team.

November 13, 2023

There’s not a day that goes by where marching band doesn’t make me happy in some way, and it has only made me a better version of myself. From personal growth to my homework technique, here are just some of the ways that marching band has helped me through the ups and downs of my eventful college career.

October 27, 2023

This year marked the 10-year anniversary of The Big Event here at UW and over that time there have been more than 4,808 student volunteers who have participated in over 14,308 hours of community service as a way of saying “thank you” to the Laramie community.