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September 7, 2012
The University of Wyoming today (Friday) announced a historic $10 million gift from philanthropist Marian Rochelle that will support the construction of a state-of-the art Gateway Center that will become the signature entrance facility to the university, connecting students, alumni and friends.
January
Grant Targets Higher Education Awareness in Wyoming Schools
Mini-grants for in-state high schools to increase college-going culture and awareness are being offered through the Wyoming College Access Challenge Grant...
January
UW Classroom Upgrades Boost Teaching, Learning
For students in Rachel Watson’s lower-division microbiology classes at the University of Wyoming, there’s little opportunity to be bored.
January
University of Wyoming Offers Reduced Tuition to Tunisian Students
Beginning in fall of 2012, the University of Wyoming will offer up to five Tunisian undergraduate students in-state tuition for the term of their degree...
February
Greybull Student Represents Wyoming at White House Science Fair
Greybull High School senior Travis Sylvester was among a group of students from across America selected to meet with President Obama earlier this week for...
February
Valuable UW Research Collection Revived After 30 Years of Dormancy
When acclaimed biologist Joseph Grinnell captured and preserved two fork-tailed storm petrels and a marbled murrelet while conducting research along the...
March
Governor, UW President, Vietnam Veteran to Speak at Memorial Rededication
A Vietnam veterans’ memorial at the University of Wyoming will be rededicated at 3 p.m. Friday, March 30. The memorial is located on the east corner of Ninth...
March
Legislature Continues UW Investments
The projected downturn in state revenues -- as a result of sinking natural gas prices -- set the tone for the recently completed legislative session. Gov....
April
Chief Washakie Scholarship Recipients Selected at UW
Chief Washakie scholarships recently were awarded to nine University of Wyoming students for the coming academic year.
April
Entomology Doctoral Student Earns UW’s Graduate Student Internationalization Honor
Bits of coincidence here and there prompted a computer science master’s student to switch paths and instead work toward a doctorate in entomology.
April
Michael Day Receives Ellbogen Lifetime Teaching Award
Michael Day received a nice and unexpected retirement present.
May
Guidebook Ranks UW among Nation’s Top Green Colleges
The University of Wyoming is again ranked among the nation’s most environmentally responsible colleges, according to a guidebook published by the Princeton...
May
UW Alumni Association Scholarship Auction Nets Record $45,000
The University of Wyoming Alumni Association (UWAA) netted an all-time record of $45,157 during its 21st annual Scholarship Auction, presented by Infinity...
May
UW Scientist’s Paper Will Have First-Ever Primer Accompany in GENETICS Journal
Editors of the scientific journal GENETICS will have a primer accompany a research paper submitted by a University of Wyoming scientist.
June
Allatorre Named UW Assistant Dean of Students
Helen M. Alatorre will begin duties July 16 as the University of Wyoming’s assistant dean of students for leadership.
June
Sheridan Student Explores Interests in UW Institute
Sheridan High School student Grace Henderson spent some time in jail during her recent visit to Laramie.
June
UW Foundation Board Announces New Leadership
Two University of Wyoming Foundation Board of Directors members will begin new leadership roles effective July 1.
July
Baltimore Ravens Vice President Kevin Rochlitz to Speak at WTBC Event July 18
University of Wyoming graduate Kevin Rochlitz, a vice president for the Baltimore Ravens, will discuss his career path from his roots in Powell to one of the...
July
For Second Year in a Row UW Private Giving Exceeds $40 Million
Private giving to the University of Wyoming exceeded $40 million for the fiscal year ending June 30. It is the second year in a row -- and the first time in...
July
UW Professor’s Volcanic Climate Research Spotlighted in Science Magazine
Laramie is known for its unpredictable weather. Apparently, the local atmosphere may also be affected by volcanic activity originating continents away.
August
Forbes Again Ranks UW among Nation’s Best College Values
University of Wyoming students Jenna Ramunno, Lauren Miller and Chase McNamee were not surprised that the university again is listed among "America's Best...
August
New Resource to Secure Funding from Private Foundations
Before things get busier with the start of a new semester, the University of Wyoming Foundation reminds faculty and staff of the Foundation Resource Center,...
August
Simpson, Ruckelshaus, Turner to Speak on Natural Resource Collaboration
Three nationally influential decision makers next week in Cody will discuss how collaborating across party lines allowed them to achieve meaningful progress...
September
Adventurer Mark Jenkins to Discuss Everest Climb
Author, adventurer and UW faculty member Mark Jenkins will discuss his 2012 expedition to the summit of Mount Everest Tuesday, Sept. 18, at 7 p.m. in the...
September
Andrikopoulos Joins UW Faculty as Ultra Petroleum Visiting Chair
Senior energy industry executive Shaun Andrikopoulos has been awarded the Ultra Petroleum Visiting Chair in Energy Management at the University of Wyoming.
September
Sometimes, science can be more serendipitous than scheduled. Just ask Jacob Goheen.
October
An iconic Wyoming family was honored Friday, Oct. 5, by the dedication of a landscaped plaza bordering Prexy’s Pasture at the University of Wyoming.
October
$6 Million McMurry Gift Supports Gateway Center
Philanthropists and entrepreneurs Mick and Susie McMurry have contributed a $6 million leadership gift toward the University of Wyoming’s Marian H. Rochelle...
October
UW Professor and Former Student Receive $1 Million Grant to Start Biotechnology Business
One million dollars will go a long way to help get a Wyoming business off the ground.
November
UW Hosts Events to Combat Hunger and Homelessness
National Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week brings several events to the University of Wyoming Nov. 12-16.
November
'Listening to Nature' Program at UW Focuses on Humans and the Natural World
Scientists, artists and writers will share their views of nature during the “Listening to Nature” program Friday, Nov. 9, at 5:15 p.m. at the University of...
November
UW Outdoor Program is a Finalist in $10,000 Competition
The University of Wyoming Outdoor Program has made it to the final four and needs votes on Facebook to win a $10,000 prize.
December
Linda Gore Martin Named New Dean of UW School of Pharmacy
Linda Gore Martin has been selected as the new dean of the School of Pharmacy in the University of Wyoming College of Health Sciences beginning in January....
December
Survey Shows Public Gives UW High Marks
Wyoming residents have given the University of Wyoming its highest marks since polling on UW’s performance began in 1984.
December
Wyoming State 4-H Foundation Gives $188,000 in Benefits to County 4-H Programs
Wyoming county 4-H programs have received nearly $188,000 from the Wyoming State 4-H Foundation this past year.