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2014 University of Wyoming News

Acclaimed New Orleans Musician to Perform at UW

Casper native Spencer Bohren, well-known internationally as a New Orleans-based singer, guitarist and storyteller, will perform a free concert Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 7 p.m. in the University of Wyoming Art Museum.

UW Faculty Recital Series Presents Josh Quinlan Quintet Featuring Terrell Stafford

The University of Wyoming music department’s Faculty Recital Series continues with special guests the Josh Quinlan Quintet and trumpet player Terrell Stafford Wednesday, Oct. 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for Performing Arts concert hall. Admission is free.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Oct. 13

These are among the activities scheduled Oct. 13-19 at the University of Wyoming:

Celebrate National Fossil Day at UW Geological Museum Oct. 18

The public is invited to take a trip back in time to celebrate National Fossil Day at the University of Wyoming’s Geological Museum Saturday, Oct. 18, from 4-6 p.m. The open house is free to all ages.

UW Petroleum Engineering Students Ranked No. 1 Heading Into International Tournament

If this was March Madness, the safe pick would be to go for a big-name school. But athletic prowess has nothing to do with this bracketed tournament. Smarts do.

UW Offers Free Chamber Orchestra Concert

The University of Wyoming Chamber Orchestra performs Bach’s “Brandenburg Concerto No. 6” and other works Thursday, Oct. 16, at 7:30 p.m. during a free concert in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall.

UW Klausner Fellow Reveals Her Discoveries of Mime Marcel Marceau

Revelations about mime Marcel Marceau will be presented Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 3 p.m. in the University of Wyoming American Heritage Center (AHC) Stock Growers’ Room.

Sunday Concert Blends Indian and Western Music

A fusion of Indian and Western music can be heard during a free performance by Sands Around Infinity Sunday, Oct. 12, at 7:30 p.m. in the University of Wyoming Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall.

Roll Call Event at UW on Veterans Day to Honor Fallen Soldiers

Volunteers are needed to read the names of military veterans who have died serving their country during a Veterans Day event Tuesday, Nov. 11, at the University of Wyoming.

UWs 2014 Homecoming Dance Wednesday

Former “American Idol” contestant Richie Law and his band, the Southern Routes, will perform a University of Wyoming Homecoming concert Wednesday, Oct. 15, at 9 p.m. in the Wyoming Union Ballroom.

Football Game and Parade Highlight UW Homecoming Schedule

“We are Wyoming" is the theme of the 2014 University of Wyoming Homecoming that culminates with the Homecoming parade and football game Saturday, Oct. 18.

UW Researcher Contributes to Large Mammal Bone Discovery of Extinct Animal in Asia

A University of Wyoming faculty member contributed to the discovery of a long-extinct group of mammals previously thought to have originated in Africa.

UW Mortar Board Chapter Receives National Award

The University of Wyoming is among 24 chapters nationwide to earn the Mortar Board national college senior honor society’s Gold Torch Award.

UW Alumni Association Prepares for Expansion to Gateway Center

The University of Wyoming Alumni Association (UWAA) will move most of its operations to the new Marian H. Rochelle Gateway Center later this month, joining several UW entities in establishing a presence in the university’s new “front door.”

HungerU Engages UW Students in the Fight against World Hunger

The interactive, mobile HungerU exhibition will be at Prexy’s Pasture Friday, Oct. 10, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., to encourage University of Wyoming students to learn about the global hunger challenge and solutions for feeding the world.

Diwali Night Features Indian Performers, Cuisine at UW

The 14th annual Diwali Night at the University of Wyoming features an evening of Indian culture including music and performances at 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, in the College of Arts and Sciences auditorium. A free dinner, with tickets required, is set for 7:30 p.m. in the Wyoming Union Ballroom.

UW On

The number of University of Wyoming students on the Laramie campus increased by 109 to 10,520, up 1 percent from last year, according to fall 2014 enrollment numbers.

UW Men Remain In Second Place in Regional Rodeo Standings

Despite a third-place finish at last weekend’s Lamar (Colo.) Community College (LCC) rodeo, the University of Wyoming men’s team remains second in the overall regional standings.

UW College of Education Receptions Oct. 14

University of Wyoming alumni, friends, educators and others in northeast Wyoming have opportunities to meet with UW College of Education Interim Dean Michael Day and mark the college’s 100th anniversary next week.

UW School of Pharmacy Welcomes Class of 2018

The University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy welcomed members of the class of 2018 into its professional pharmacy program this fall.

New Program Offers UW Students Opportunity to Comment on Issues

A new online platform, WyoVocal, provides an opportunity for University of Wyoming students to comment on issues they feel need to be addressed on campus.

Legislative Committee to Meet at UW This Week

The Wyoming State Legislature’s Joint Minerals, Business and Economic Development Interim Committee will meet Thursday and Friday, Oct. 9-10, in Room 506 of Coe Library on the University of Wyoming campus.

UWs Harkin Leads National Ethnohistory Society

Michael Harkin, University of Wyoming Department of Anthropology professor, this week begins his tenure as president of the American Society for Ethnohistory.

UWs Frost Accepts Two

Longtime University of Wyoming geology professor and administrator Carol Frost has accepted a two-year appointment with the National Science Foundation to serve as director of its Earth Sciences Division.

UW Students to Perform Community Service

To thank the Laramie community for its continued support, University of Wyoming students will volunteer to work on a variety of community service tasks during the second annual Big Event Saturday, Oct. 11.

Campus Construction Update for Oct. 5

These are among the construction activities scheduled Oct. 5-11 at the University of Wyoming:

UW Offers New Service for Potential Transfer Students

Students considering transferring to the University of Wyoming have a new tool to simplify the process.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Oct. 6

These are among the activities scheduled Oct. 6-12 at the University of Wyoming:

Rocky Mountain Rendezvous Attracts More than 460 Students Nationwide

Like many students from the University of Wyoming and other universities, Jacob Buettner was looking for a full-time job or internship in the oil and gas business.

Wyoming Business Tips for Oct. 12

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 Annual Clarke Lecture Features Cornell Professor

A Cornell University professor who’s an expert on evolutionary processes will deliver the 31st annual L. Floyd Clarke Memorial Lecture in the University of Wyoming’s Department of Zoology and Physiology Thursday, Oct. 9, at 7 p.m. in Room 138 of the Berry Biodiversity Conservation Center.

UW Saturday U Program Oct. 11 in Jackson

Migrations of Wyoming’s large ungulates such as deer, moose and elk; glacial ice mass recession in the Wind River Range; and why religious pilgrimages can provide insight into the experience of Yellowstone National Park visitors are among topics to be discussed at the next session of Saturday Univer

Environmental, Cultural and Adventure Films to Screen in Laramie

For the third year in a row, the University of Wyoming Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources and the Telluride Mountainfilm on Tour will present two nights of free environmental, cultural and adventure films.

Teton Gravity Research Film Shown at UW Oct. 8

The Teton Gravity Research film, “Almost Ablaze,” will be shown at 6 and 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, in the University of Wyoming College of Education auditorium. The two showings are free and open to the public.

UW Student Voter Registration Program Encourages Participation In Election

Pokes Vote, a University of Wyoming voter education program, will hold a Voter Registration Day for students Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Wyoming Union breezeway west entrance.

UW Scientists Aim to Boost Ethanol Production Efficiency

Elizabeth Hiatt came to the University of Wyoming after graduating from Rawlins High School with an interest in science, but no clear idea of what type of career she wanted to pursue.

Enhanced Oil Recovery Institute Plans Listening Sessions

The Enhanced Oil Recovery Institute (EORI) at the University of Wyoming has scheduled three public meetings to seek stakeholder input on EORI’s role in the state.

UW Researchers Contribute to Paper Examining High Winter Ozone Levels

Three University of Wyoming researchers participated in a study about high winter ozone levels near an oil and gas field in Utah, an analysis that could help inform future monitoring and mitigation strategies for air quality impacts from oil and gas extraction -- and provide broader insight into the

UW Religion Today Column for the Week of Oct. 5

When America was a colony, it was heavily involved in shipping and foreign trade. Britain garnered the lion’s share of American goods but, today, every school child learns about the slave-sugar-rum triangle with the Caribbean and Africa. It is less well-known that a significant number of American me

UW Cuts Ribbon on New Drilling Simulation Lab

The University of Wyoming and WPX Energy cut the ribbon today (Wednesday) on a new drilling simulator teaching laboratory that lets students experience what it’s like to drill an oil well -- giving them the skills they need to operate successfully and safely on today’s fast-paced oil and gas rigs.

UW Student Jonathan Bowler Receives First Kemmerer Graduate Fellowship

University of Wyoming student Jonathan Bowler of Pittsburgh, Pa., is the recipient of the first John L. Kemmerer Jr. Graduate Fellowship, a new endowed award to recognize and support outstanding students in the UW Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources.

Pianist Barry Douglas Opens UW Cultural Programs Concert Series

Described as “one of the best pianists of his generation,” Barry Douglas will open the University of Wyoming Cultural Programs concert series Sunday, Oct. 5, at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall.

Oil and Gas Development on Wind River Indian Reservation Talk at UW Oct. 6

Oil and gas development on the Wind River Indian Reservation is the topic of a discussion Monday, Oct. 6, at the University of Wyoming.

Four Projects Headed by UW Researchers Selected for Supercomputer Use

Carbon sequestration, planet formation and two projects that focus on water are the subjects of research University of Wyoming faculty members are conducting with the assistance of the supercomputer in Cheyenne.

Cowboy Check

The University of Wyoming Campus Activities Center (CAC) is offering a new incentive to help students succeed by becoming involved in campus activities.

Three to Receive UW Distinguished Alumni Awards

Three University of Wyoming graduates will receive Distinguished Alumni Awards during UW Homecoming activities Saturday, Oct. 18.

Sage Grouse Conservation Also Helps Mule Deer Migration Routes, Study Finds

Measures taken to conserve sage grouse in Wyoming also benefit mule deer migration routes, according to a new study published today (Monday) in the online journal Ecosphere.

Johnsons to Receive UW Medallion Service Award

When Peter M. Johnson (B.S. ’72) and Paula Green Johnson (B.S. ’72) launched the Peter M. and Paula Green Johnson Career Center at the University of Wyoming College of Business, they were trying to solve a basic problem.

Inaugural Bike to UW Day Successful

When the first person showed up 30 minutes before the scheduled opening time, Dan McCoy had a feeling there was a lot of interest in the first Bike to UW Day at the University of Wyoming Tuesday.

Casper Hospital Gift Supports Nursing Education at UW

Mountain View Regional Hospital (MVRH) in Casper recently pledged $45,000 to support students in the University of Wyoming’s Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing.

Campus Construction Update for Sept. 28

These are among the construction activities scheduled Sept. 28-Oct. 4 at the University of Wyoming:

Tribal Nations Symposium Oct. 13 at UW

The second Building Tribal Nations symposium Monday, Oct. 13, at the University of Wyoming will focus on international indigenous sovereignty.

Public Invited to Iron Pour at UW Visual Arts Building

Two events are open to the public this weekend during the fourth biennial Western Cast iron Art Conference at the University of Wyoming’s Visual Arts Building, located on the corner of 22nd Street and Willett Drive.

Petes Game Room To Open Oct. 1 in Wyoming Union

Pete’s Game Room, named after the University of Wyoming’s iconic Pistol Pete mascot, will have its grand opening with a full day of free events Wednesday, Oct. 1, from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. in the lower level of the Wyoming Union.

Newcomb Grants Fund Eight New Teacher Projects in Wyoming Schools

Eight recent University of Wyoming graduates returned to campus this fall to share their experiences as first-year teachers and to discuss the ways in which a College of Education grant supported their transition into the profession.

Comedian to Perform at UW Oct. 3

Comedian Marcus brings his brand of humor to the University of Wyoming Friday, Oct. 3.

Improvisational Dance at UW Wednesday

The University of Wyoming Department of Theatre and Dance will perform an informal improvisational dance Wednesday, Oct. 1, from 1-2 p.m. in the Coe Library rotunda. The event is free and open to the public.

Global Leadership Topic of UW Forums Tuesday

Recognized international leaders in their respective fields will share their experiences during two panel discussions Tuesday, Sept. 30, at the University of Wyoming.

Stephen Boss Receives WLA Distinguished Service Award

The Wyoming Library Association (WLA) has presented its 2014 Distinguished Service Award to Stephen Boss, University of Wyoming Libraries Information Technology Department head. He will be honored Thursday, Sept. 25, at the WLA’s annual conference award banquet.

Noel Leads UW Transfer Relation Efforts

Patrice Noel has been named director of transfer relations at the University of Wyoming.

Mentalist Chris Carter Comes to UW Sept. 26

Mentalist Christopher Carter will perform Friday, Sept. 26, at 9 p.m. in the University of Wyoming Union Ballroom.

Blake Takes Reins as UW Facilities Planning Director, Architect

Larry Blake, who has directed the University of Wyoming’s Facilities Planning Office on an interim basis for the past year, has been appointed UW facilities planning director and university architect.

Former Heart Mountain Internee to Speak Sept. 25 at UW

Sam Mihara will give a personal account of the Heart Mountain Japanese-American Relocation Center Thursday, Sept. 25, at the University of Wyoming.

Expert to Discuss Evidence

Douglas B. Marlowe, chief of science, law and policy for the National Association of Drug Court Professionals (NADCP), will speak during the William D. Griffith Speaker Series at the University of Wyoming Tuesday, Sept. 23.

Season Tickets Available for UW Cultural Programs Performances

Season tickets are now available for 2014-15 University of Wyoming Cultural Programs performances. Full season ticket orders must be received by Sept. 29.

Anthropologist to Discuss First Americans, Frison to Sign Books

New insights into the origins of the first Americans will be the focus of the annual George C. Frison lecture Thursday, Sept. 25, at 4 p.m., in the University of Wyoming College of Agriculture auditorium.

Sept. 23 Event Promotes Biking to UW

The first-ever Bike to UW Day will take place Tuesday, Sept. 23, from 7 a.m.–noon at the University of Wyoming Simpson Plaza. The free event encourages individuals who commute to UW regularly to do so by bicycle.

High Employer Demand for UW Students Prompts Job Fair Changes

Increased employer interest has led the Center for Advising and Career Services (CACS) at the University of Wyoming to plan two fall job and internship fairs instead of one. The fairs, which will be divided by career fields, allow the employers to interact with students from all colleges and majors.

Grammy

The Grammy-nominated band, Brothers of the Baladi, will perform Thursday, Sept. 18, at 1 p.m. in the Gardens, located in the lower level of the Wyoming Union. The program is free and open to the public.

Peterson to Serve on State's Emergency Response Commission

Gov. Matt Mead has appointed Laura Peterson, chief risk officer at the University of Wyoming, to serve on the State’s Emergency Response Commission.

Ag Day Barbecue Saturday at UW

The 32nd annual Ag Day Barbecue Saturday, Sept. 20, at the University of Wyoming will benefit UW College of Agriculture and Natural Resources student clubs and organizations.

Campus Construction Update for Sept. 14

There are among the construction activities scheduled Sept. 14-20 at the University of Wyoming.

Saturday U Teams Up with UW Family Weekend Activities Sept. 19

Members of the University of Wyoming and Laramie communities have the opportunity to go back to school for one night -- without the worries of tests or homework -- during a special Saturday U, the university’s free one-day college education program.

Immigration Policy and its Impact Topic of UW Symposium Sept. 17

National experts will share their views about the effects of immigration policies during a symposium scheduled Sept. 17-18 at the University of Wyoming.

American Indian Studies Sets First Nations Film and Lecture Sept. 16

Colin Samson, a faculty member in the Department of Sociology at the University of Essex, United Kingdom, will discuss First Nations sovereignty at the University of Wyoming Sept. 16-17.

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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