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October 2016 UW News

UW Safe Treat to be Held at Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts Oct. 28

Safe Treat, the University of Wyoming’s annual trick-or-treating event for children, is returning with a new venue on campus.

UW Homecoming Parade Winners Announced

UniWyo Federal Credit Union was named the overall winner in the University of Wyoming Homecoming parade Saturday, Oct. 8. Sigma Chi fraternity was named the winner of the Homecoming student competition.

UW Creates Policy on Minors Participating in University

The University of Wyoming has adopted a policy to promote the safety and well-being of minors who participate in university-sponsored or university-approved programs. The policy applies to all programs advertised after Jan. 1, 2017.

UW Cowgirls Take Team Title at CWC

The University of Wyoming Cowgirls’ late-season surge has the team in Central Rocky Mountain Region (CRMR) contention.

UW Club Hockey Opens with Win over Air Force

Just like their football counterparts, the University of Wyoming club hockey team members downed the Air Force Falcons 5-3 in the team’s regular season opener Sunday at the Laramie Ice and Events Center.

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University of Wyoming President Laurie Nichols and UW’s Financial Crisis Advisory Committee (FCAC) will detail their plan to reduce UW’s 2017-18 fiscal year budget during a town-hall meeting Wednesday, Oct. 12, from 3:30-5 p.m. in the Wyoming Union ballroom.

Sausage Party to be Screened Oct. 14 at UW

The adult computer-animated comedy film “Sausage Party” will be shown Friday, Oct. 14, at 6:30 p.m., 9 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. in the University of Wyoming Union Family Room. The event, sponsored by 7220 Entertainment, is free and open to the public.

Fletcher Named UW School of Pharmacy 2016 Distinguished Alumnus

Courtney Fletcher has been selected as the University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy’s 2016 distinguished alumnus.

Wyoming Business Tips for Oct. 16

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.

Walkout Film Screened at UW for Hispanic Heritage Month Oct. 12

To celebrate and recognize Hispanic Heritage Month, the University of Wyoming’s 7220 Entertainment and the UW Latina(o) Studies Program sponsor the film “Walkout” Wednesday, Oct. 12, at 7 p.m. in the College of Business auditorium.

UW Symphony Orchestra Opening Night Oct. 13

The University of Wyoming Symphony Orchestra’s fall season opens with a performance Thursday, Oct. 13, at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall.

UW Department of Music Presents Soldiers Tale and Devils Tale Oct. 10

Just in time for the Halloween season, the University of Wyoming Department of Music’s Faculty Recital Series presents two major companion works: Igor Stravinsky’s classic chamber and narrative piece, “The Soldier’s Tale,” followed by James Stephenson’s follow-up piece, “The Devil’s Tale.”

UW Breaks Ground on Engineering Education and Research Building

The University of Wyoming broke ground Friday on the Engineering Education and Research Building, a new state-of-the-art engineering facility that fosters innovation and collaboration among students and faculty.

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University of Wyoming President Laurie Nichols and UW’s Financial Crisis Advisory Committee (FCAC) will detail their plan to reduce UW’s 2017-18 fiscal year budget during a town-hall meeting Wednesday, Oct. 12, from 3:30-5 p.m. in the Wyoming Union ballroom.

Former UW Professor to be Inducted into Wyoming Outdoor Hall of Fame

A former University of Wyoming professor who founded the Wyoming Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit will be inducted into the Wyoming Outdoor Hall of Fame this month.

Event to Celebrate Earth Sciences Oct. 15 at UW

To celebrate earth sciences, the University of Wyoming Geological Museum and the Wyoming State Geological Survey (WSGS) will host “Earth Science Day” Saturday, Oct. 15, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the museum. The event is free and open to the public.

Campus Construction Update for Oct. 9

These are among the construction activities scheduled Oct. 9-15 at the University of Wyoming:

UW Transit and Parking Enhances Services

With two shiny new buses and a new “on-demand” feature on its mobile app, University of Wyoming Transit and Parking Services has enhanced its service to the thousands of UW students and employees who use the system each day.

UW Phi Beta Kappa Chapter to Dedicate Display Case Oct. 14

Members of the University of Wyoming Phi Beta Kappa (PBK) chapter will dedicate a display case that features the nation’s oldest academic honor society and the local chapter Friday, Oct. 14.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Oct. 10

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

Second Presidential Debate Watch Party Oct. 9 at UW

The University of Wyoming debate team’s second sponsored presidential debate watch party will be a town hall-style event Sunday, Oct. 9, at 7 p.m. in the College of Business auditorium. The event is free and open to the public.

SBDC Workshops Focus on How to Succeed in Changing Economy

Today’s economy is rapidly changing. Two Wyoming Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network workshops next month will provide some answers as to how businesses can better understand how today’s economy has changed; how today’s customers and employees have changed in response to these economic

Healthy U Workshops Scheduled at UW Nov. 1

The Wyoming Center on Aging (WyCOA) is partnering with the University of Wyoming Wellness Center for “Healthy U,” a six-week chronic disease self-management workshop. The free public sessions will be in Room 002 of the Wyoming Union.

UWPD to Host Coffee with a Cop Oct. 7

The University of Wyoming Police Department (UWPD) will host “Coffee with a Cop” Friday, Oct. 7, from 9-10:30 a.m. in the Wyoming Union breezeway.

UW Sorority Serves Pancakes to Fight Childhood Cancer

The University of Wyoming’s Delta Delta Delta (Tri Delta) sorority will host its annual 24-hour pancake breakfast from 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 8, to 9 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 9, at the Tri Delta house, located at 1616 Sorority Row.

UW Names New HR Director

Jeanne Durr, currently the executive director of human resources at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, will join the University of Wyoming as associate vice president for human resources Oct. 17.

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Wetlands are critically important for water availability, forage production and maintaining biodiversity. Using satellite imagery, researchers at the University of Wyoming and The Nature Conservancy developed a novel approach to predict the presence of surface water in semi-arid landscapes to identi

UW Fall 2016 Enrollment Declines

Enrollment of students from Wyoming has held steady, but a drop in out-of-state students has resulted in a decrease in enrollment at the University of Wyoming, according to fall 2016 enrollment numbers.

Wyoming State Historical Society Honors UW Podcast

The University of Wyoming’s “Today” podcast recently placed first in the Wyoming State Historical Society’s annual contest.

Wyoming History Day Has New State Coordinator

Jessica Flock, a Wyoming educator with a long association with teacher training and humanities programming in the state, has been appointed state coordinator for Wyoming History Day.

Volunteers Can Join the UW Homecoming Parade

The University of Wyoming Pride Committee is looking for volunteers to don their brown and gold, and walk with UW’s parade contingent and the president’s vehicle during the Homecoming parade Saturday, Oct. 8.

UW Provost Names Co

University of Wyoming Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Kate Miller has selected co-leaders for dialogue and listening sessions that are part of UW’s newly launched strategic planning process.

UW Launches Redesigned Website

A major redesign of the University of Wyoming’s website takes effect today (Monday), resulting in an improved user experience, especially with mobile devices.

UW Homecoming Week Activities Underway

University of Wyoming Homecoming activities are underway this week, including traditional events such as the parade, football game and student competitions.

UW Faculty Recital Series Closes Oct. 9

The University of Wyoming Department of Music’s Faculty Recital Series closes the fall semester with a free public performance Sunday, Oct. 9, at 3 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts.

Both UW Rodeo Teams Place High at Colorado Competition

In their best outings of the young fall season, both University of Wyoming rodeo teams placed among the top three in their respective competitions.

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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