2023 UW News Stories

UW to Showcase Agricultural Research at Lingle Field Day Aug. 9

The University of Wyoming’s Wyoming Agricultural Experiment Station will host a field day at the James C. Hageman Sustainable Agriculture Research and Extension Center (SAREC) near Lingle Wednesday, Aug. 9.

UW Program to Offer Information for Dementia Caregivers

After a dementia diagnosis has been given for a patient, what lies ahead -- immediately and long term -- for the caregiver?

UW Centennial Speaker Series Talk Scheduled Aug. 23

The world is full of bad news: Russia’s bloody war of aggression against Ukraine is in its second year, with no end in sight. China’s autocratic regime is getting ever more repressive and is an increasing threat to its global neighbors. The polarization in U.S. politics and society is getting more worrisome.

‘UW in Your Community’ Event Aug. 15 in Jackson

Members of the public will find out more about the University of Wyoming’s presence in Teton County, and UW alumni will connect with their alma mater during a “UW in Your Community” gathering Tuesday, Aug. 15, in Jackson.

UW to Honor Distinguished Alumni During Homecoming

Four University of Wyoming graduates will be honored by the UW Alumni Association (UWAA) and the Office of the President for their professional achievements and support of the university during Homecoming Sept. 25-30.

National Parks as a Classroom Topic of Harlow Talk at UW-NPS Research Station Aug. 3

Exploring ideas about lifelong learning within the U.S. National Park Service (NPS) system is the topic of a Harlow Summer Seminar Thursday, Aug. 3, at the University of Wyoming-NPS Research Station. The facility is located at the AMK Ranch in Grand Teton National Park.

New Programming Highlights UW Planetarium Schedule During August

During August, the University of Wyoming Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium will introduce some new programming, including adding indie folk and K-pop playlists to its Saturday evening music rotation as well as providing a one-year update on the work of the James Webb Space Telescope.

UW Assistant Professor Receives Academic and Research Careers Award

An assistant professor with the Division of Communication Disorders in the University of Wyoming’s College of Health Sciences is the recipient of this year’s American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Advancing Academic-Research Careers (AARC) Award.

UW Spinout Company Receives DOE Grant for Extraction of Rare Earth Elements

Rare earth elements are critical components in a variety of modern technologies. But existing processes for their extraction and separation are not economically or environmentally feasible for execution in the U.S., contributing to a reliance on foreign sources.

UW Trustees and Wyoming Community College Commission to Meet Aug. 2

A special meeting of the University of Wyoming Board of Trustees with the Wyoming Community College Commission is scheduled Wednesday, Aug. 2, at 11 a.m. at Casper College.

man in the snow with two captured deer UW’s Monteith Named Fellow of The Wildlife Society

A University of Wyoming scientist has been honored by The Wildlife Society (TWS) for exceptional service to the wildlife profession.

Wyoming Natural Diversity Database Debuts New Online Tool at UW

Beginning today (Monday), the Wyoming Natural Diversity Database (WYNDD) at the University of Wyoming will replace two of its most popular online data access tools with a new online tool. The WYNDD Data Explorer will combine and streamline the functionality of the two former tools.

UW and Wyoming APEX Accelerator to Host ‘Lunch and Learn’ Series Aug. 1-2

For small-business owners, reading and responding to complex, lengthy and detailed solicitations can be one of the biggest learning curves when they first start selling goods or services to the government.

Wyoming Public Media Wins Regional Edward R. Murrow and PMJA Awards

Wyoming Public Media (WPM) has won several awards for reporting during 2022.

UW and Wyoming SBDC Network to Host Workshop on SBIR/STTR Opportunities at DOE

Small-business owners can learn about Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) opportunities at the U.S. Department of Energy during a half-day virtual workshop Thursday, July 27.

UW to Highlight Agricultural Research at Sheridan Field Day Aug. 2

The University of Wyoming Sheridan Research and Extension Center will host an educational field day Wednesday, Aug. 2, at the Adams Ranch.

UW’s Doering Receives Rare Archaeological NSF CAREER Grant

Bree Doering is still processing the news that she is the first University of Wyoming anthropologist to receive one of the most prestigious National Science Foundation (NSF) grants.

UW-Grand Teton National Park History Topic of Talk at UW-NPS Research Station July 27

Collaborations between the University of Wyoming and Grand Teton National Park are the topic of the next Harlow Summer Seminar Thursday, July 27, at the UW-National Park Service (NPS) Research Station. The former directors of the facility -- located at the AMK Ranch in Grand Teton National Park -- will present the program.

UW Selected for Prestigious Program to Enhance Research Impact

The University of Wyoming has been selected for the 2023 cohort of the Program to Enhance Organizational Research Impact Capacity (ORIC), joining seven other distinguished universities. This initiative is led by the Center for Advancing Research Impact in Society (ARIS).

UW Nuclear Energy Research Center Seeks Proposals for Scholars Program and Travel Grants

The Nuclear Energy Research Center (NERC) in the School of Energy Resources is seeking proposals from current University of Wyoming employees to develop a Faculty Scholars Program and to support professional development travel opportunities for nuclear-related research.

Samp to Take Reins of UW Operations From Retiring Selmer

A mainstay of the University of Wyoming’s physical plant for more than 40 years -- whose insights and leadership have been essential in the expansion of campus over the past decade -- has announced his retirement from UW.

UW School of Computing Makes Joint Hires in Artificial Intelligence and Big Data

The University of Wyoming’s School of Computing has taken a major step toward its goal of creating a statewide, national and global impact with the hiring of tenure-track faculty members in applied artificial intelligence/machine learning and big data.

McNair Scholars Undergraduate Research Symposium Aug. 1 at UW

Student projects will be presented during the 31st annual McNair Scholars Undergraduate Research Symposium Tuesday, Aug. 1, in the Wyoming Union Family Room at the University of Wyoming.

UW’s SER and WRI Collaboration on Green Coal-Based Asphalt Featured at Conference

Coal-based asphalt currently being developed in a collaborative project between Laramie’s Western Research Institute (WRI) and the University of Wyoming’s Center for Carbon Capture and Conversion (CCCC) will be a featured product at the Petersen Asphalt Research Conference. The conference runs through Thursday, July 20, at UW’s Marian H. Rochelle Gateway Center.

Jean Howard’s Iconic Photography Showcased in UW AHC Exhibition

A new exhibition featuring photographs from Jean Howard, a Hollywood icon whose lens captured the essence of the golden era of cinema, is now on display through Saturday, Sept. 30, at the University of Wyoming American Heritage Center (AHC).

UW’s Shihab Named to Prestigious Club of Rome

The University of Wyoming’s Penelope Shihab was recently named to the Club of Rome, a global think tank.

UW School of Nursing Hosts High Altitude Pathway Institute Students

The University of Wyoming’s Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing in the College of Health Sciences recently hosted a group of students along with administrators participating in UW’s High Altitude Pathway Institute. The program was part of a multiday event this summer on the UW campus.

UW College of Ag Announces Leadership Changes

The University of Wyoming College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources has added a fourth associate dean to its administrative team and selected a new associate dean of academic and student programs.

UW and Wyoming SBDC Network to Host Holiday Marketing Workshop July 20

For small-business owners, July is the perfect time to start planning their holiday season. This time of year allows small businesses time to step back and look at that critical season more objectively so they can develop a plan based on data and strategy.

Small-Business Owners from Pinedale and Casper on UW’s Wyoming SBDC Network Podcast

The Wyoming Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network podcast recently featured three Wyoming small-business owners from Pinedale and Casper in recent episodes. The podcast features small-business success stories, educational topics from experts and interviews with staff and leadership. Episodes are released twice per month.

people in a large room with a large metal table UW’s Wyoming State Vet Lab Conducts First Disease Investigation in Necropsy Facility

In early July, the Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory’s biosafety level 3 (BSL-3) necropsy facility was used to conduct a disease investigation for the first time.

UW-National Park Service Special Harlow Summer Event at AMK Ranch July 20

A special chamber music concert is scheduled in lieu of a regular Harlow Summer Seminar lecture Thursday, July 20, at the University of Wyoming-National Park Service (UW-NPS) Research Station. The facility is located at the AMK Ranch in Grand Teton National Park.

UW to Showcase New Crop Research at Powell Field Day July 20

The University of Wyoming’s Powell Research and Extension Center will host a field day Thursday, July 20, to share new agricultural research on drought-tolerant crops and alternative management strategies.

UW and Platte County Public Library System Offer Blood Pressure Cuffs for Checkout

Self-measured blood pressure monitoring kits are now available for checkout at the Platte County libraries in Wheatland, Chugwater, Glendo and Guernsey. The kits are offered through a collaborative pilot project involving the Wyoming Center on Aging (WyCOA) at the University of Wyoming, the Wyoming Department of Health’s Chronic Disease Prevention Program and the Platte County Public Library System.

two people pouring something into a concrete shape Major Gift to UW Civil Engineering Supports Department Head

A gift from retired Shell engineer and executive Tom Botts and his wife, Shelley, to the University of Wyoming supports the head of the Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering and Construction Management in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. This gift was matched by the UW Foundation.

UW and Partners to Create Geologic Database for Carbon Storage

A collaborative project proposed by the University of Wyoming School of Energy Resources’ Center for Economic Geology Research (CEGR), the Wyoming State Geological Survey (WSGS) and the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) will create a data-verified Class VI geologic database providing a unique service to carbon storage developers and regulatory agencies for the state of Wyoming.

UW Hires Seth Glause as Head Rodeo Coach

Seth Glause has been named the University of Wyoming’s new head rodeo coach. Glause comes to UW from Laramie County Community College (LCCC) in Cheyenne, where he has been the head rodeo coach since 2018.

UW and Wyoming SBDC Network to Host Workshop in Lander July 18

For anyone contemplating starting a small business, the thought alone can be daunting. However, advice and assistance are available.

UW and Goshen County Library Offer Blood Pressure Cuffs for Checkout

Self-measured blood pressure monitoring kits are now available for checkout at the library in Torrington. The kits are offered through a collaborative pilot project involving the Wyoming Center on Aging (WyCOA) at the University of Wyoming, the Wyoming Department of Health’s Chronic Disease Prevention Program and the Goshen County Library.

UW Parking Permits Available to Purchase Starting Wednesday

University of Wyoming parking permits for the 2023-24 academic year will be available for faculty, staff and resident students to purchase beginning Wednesday, July 12, at 7 a.m.

UW’s Buchanan Center Special Events Presents Natasha Bedingfield Sept. 1

Multiplatinum singer-songwriter Natasha Bedingfield will kick off the University of Wyoming’s Buchanan Center Special Events’ 2023-24 season Friday, Sept. 1, in the UW College of Arts and Sciences auditorium.

Yellowstone Grizzly Recovery Topic of Seminar at UW-NPS Research Station July 13

Recovery of grizzly bears in the Yellowstone ecosystem is the topic of a Harlow Summer Seminar Thursday, July 13, at the University of Wyoming-National Park Service (UW-NPS) Research Station. The facility is located at the AMK Ranch in Grand Teton National Park.

UW and Uinta County Library Offer Blood Pressure Cuffs for Checkout

Self-measured blood pressure monitoring kits are now available for checkout at the libraries in Evanston, Lyman and Mountain View. The kits are offered through a collaborative pilot project involving the Wyoming Center on Aging (WyCOA) at the University of Wyoming, the Wyoming Department of Health’s Chronic Disease Prevention Program and the Uinta County Library.

UW Research Scientist Edits Book About Biological and Environmental Hazards

Ramesh Sivanpillai is no stranger to biological and environmental disasters, having provided crucial U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) mapping data to aid in response to Hurricane Fiona in the Dominican Republic during 2022; to control the 2018 wildfires in Paradise, Calif.; and to assist in the response to widespread flooding in several Midwest states in 2011.

University of Wyoming Spring Semester Graduates: Nonresident

The University of Wyoming accorded degrees upon the following nonresident students at the completion of the 2023 spring semester.

UW Board of Trustees to Meet July 12-14 in Lander

The University of Wyoming Board of Trustees will discuss priorities and vision for the university during a meeting Wednesday through Friday, July 12-14, in Lander.

Wyoming Business Tips for July

A monthly look at issues facing Wyoming business owners and entrepreneurs from the Wyoming Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network, a collection of business assistance programs at the University of Wyoming.

University of Wyoming Spring Semester Graduates: Resident

he University of Wyoming accorded degrees upon the following students from Wyoming at the completion of the 2023 spring semester.

Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Topic of Seminar at UW-NPS Research Station July 6

Attendees will be treated to an African ecosystem lecture focusing on the Serengeti wildebeest migration during the weekly Harlow Summer Seminar Thursday, July 6, at the University of Wyoming-National Park Service (UW-NPS) Research Station. The facility is located at the AMK Ranch in Grand Teton National Park.

UW Art Museum to Commemorate 50th Anniversary With ‘New West’ Exhibition

To commemorate its 50th anniversary, the University of Wyoming Art Museum will present an exhibition to explore its place in the American West.

UW Collaborative Program Achieves High Mark in Serving Wyoming Manufacturers

A program that provides technical and business assistance to manufacturing companies across Wyoming has reached a new level of excellence based on its impact on clients.

UW’s Khasilova Receives Recognition for Impactful International Alumni Efforts

Dilnoza Khasilova, a University of Wyoming Global Engagement Fellow, recently was named to the Almabase 50 Under 50 list that recognizes individuals nationwide for their work in alumni relations and advancement.

UW Copy and Print Center Moves to Washakie Center

The University of Wyoming’s Copy and Print Center has moved to the lower level of the Washakie Center.

Nominations Open for Wyoming Business Hall of Fame

Wyoming Business Hall of Fame Award nominations are now being accepted for an outstanding leader in Wyoming’s business community who has demonstrated excellence in business. Nominations are due Tuesday, Aug. 15.

Closures on 15th Street to Begin July 6 for UW Housing Project Utility Work

Utility work to support the University of Wyoming’s campus housing project will necessitate the closure of parts of 15th Street beginning Thursday, July 6.

University of Wyoming Spring Semester Provost's Honor Roll: Nonresident

The University of Wyoming lists the following nonresident students on the 2023 spring semester Provost’s Honor Roll.

University of Wyoming Spring Semester Provost’s Honor Roll: Resident

The University of Wyoming lists the following students from Wyoming on the 2023 spring semester Provost’s Honor Roll.

Academic Workshop to Promote Workflow Management System Held at UW

Participants in a recent academic workshop were introduced to Nextflow -- a workflow management system -- to learn how it can be used to take advantage of the University of Wyoming’s Advanced Research Computing Center (ARCC) and help advance research objectives.

Bangoura Named Interim Director of Wyoming State Vet Lab at UW

Berit Bangoura, an associate professor in the University of Wyoming Department of Veterinary Sciences, has been appointed interim director of the Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory (WSVL) effective July 1.

UW and Wyoming Community Navigator Program to Discuss Search Engine Optimization July 7

People hear the term “SEO” all the time, but what exactly does that entail? Small-business owners can learn more about SEO, or search engine optimization, for their business websites during a webinar Friday, July 7.

University of Wyoming Spring Semester Dean’s and Dean’s Freshman Honor Rolls: Nonresident

The University of Wyoming lists the following nonresident students on the 2023 spring semester academic Dean’s and Dean’s Freshman Honor Rolls.

University of Wyoming Spring Semester Dean’s and Dean’s Freshman Honor Rolls: Resident

The University of Wyoming lists the following students from Wyoming on the 2023 spring semester academic Dean’s and Dean’s Freshman Honor Rolls.

UW and Johnson County Library Offer Blood Pressure Cuffs for Checkout

Self-measured blood pressure monitoring kits are now available for checkout at the libraries in Buffalo and Kaycee. The kits are offered through a collaborative pilot project involving the Wyoming Center on Aging (WyCOA) at the University of Wyoming, the Wyoming Department of Health’s Chronic Disease Prevention Program and the Johnson County Library.

University of Wyoming Spring Semester President’s Honor Roll: Nonresident

The University of Wyoming lists the following nonresident students on the 2023 spring semester President’s Honor Roll.

University of Wyoming Spring Semester President’s Honor Roll: Resident

The University of Wyoming lists the following students from Wyoming on the 2023 spring semester President’s Honor Roll.

UW and Teton County Library Offer Blood Pressure Cuffs for Checkout

Self-measured blood pressure monitoring kits are now available for checkout at the libraries in Jackson and Alta. The kits are offered through a collaborative pilot project involving the Wyoming Center on Aging (WyCOA) at the University of Wyoming, the Wyoming Department of Health’s Chronic Disease Prevention Program and the Teton County Library.

Astrobiology and Stellar Physics Highlight UW Planetarium Programming During July

During July, the University of Wyoming Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium programming will focus on astrobiology and stellar physics.

Public Invited to Help Build UW-Led Geodesic Dome Project in Douglas July 10-14

Those interested in learning how to build a geodesic dome greenhouse can join University of Wyoming Extension educator Jeff Edwards for dome-building events at the Boys and Girls Club of Douglas and Wyoming State Fairgrounds Monday-Friday, July 10-14

UW and Hot Springs County Library Offer Blood Pressure Cuffs for Checkout

Self-measured blood pressure monitoring kits are now available for checkout at the library in Thermopolis. The kits are offered through a collaborative pilot project involving the Wyoming Center on Aging (WyCOA) at the University of Wyoming, the Wyoming Department of Health’s Chronic Disease Prevention Program and the Hot Springs County Library.

Student Survey: UW Practices Free Expression and Respectful Dialogue

A majority of University of Wyoming students say the university practices academic and intellectual freedom, constructive dialogue and freedom of expression, according to a recent survey.

UW Working Group Submits Report on Free Expression and Respectful Discourse

A working group appointed by University of Wyoming President Ed Seidel has submitted a report regarding freedom of expression, intellectual freedom and constructive dialogue at UW.

UW Graduate Selected for Prestigious Ag Research Service Fellowship

A recent University of Wyoming graduate from Green River has been selected for a competitive postdoctoral fellowship with a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) initiative.

UW Parking Permits Available Starting July 1

University of Wyoming parking permits for the 2023-24 academic year will be available for renewal for employees and board retirees beginning Saturday, July 1.

UW Announces Independence Day Closures

Most University of Wyoming administrative offices will be closed, and classes will be dismissed Tuesday, July 4, for Independence Day.

UW Libraries Receives Core PR Xchange Award

University of Wyoming Libraries is the recipient of a Core PR Xchange Award from the American Library Association (ALA) for its Conversations on Collecting Yellowstone 2022 conference program.

sage grouse in the wild UW-Led Research Questions Value of Sagebrush Control in Conserving Sage Grouse

Efforts to improve sage grouse habitat through conventional management practices may be ineffective -- and even counterproductive -- according to research by University of Wyoming and other scientists.

River Otter Recovery Topic of Seminar at UW-NPS Research Station June 29

River otter recovery in the Rocky Mountains is the topic of the Harlow Summer Seminar Thursday, June 29, at the University of Wyoming-National Park Service (UW-NPS) Research Station. The facility is located at the AMK Ranch in Grand Teton National Park.

UW to Receive $300,000 to Establish Nuclear Chemistry Core Facility

The University of Wyoming will receive a $300,000 award from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to support the establishment of a nuclear chemistry core facility on campus.

‘Cheers to 100 Years!’ Theme for 2023 UW Homecoming

“Cheers to 100 Years!” is the theme celebrating 100 years of Homecoming at the University of Wyoming. Events are scheduled Sept. 25-30.

Three at UW Receive Fulbright Awards for International Efforts

Three University of Wyoming faculty members have received Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program awards for the 2023-24 academic year from the U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board.

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