UW in the News

State, national and international media frequently feature the University of Wyoming and members of its community in stories. Here is a summary of some of the recent coverage:

Matt Kauffman, unit leader of the Wyoming Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit at UW, offered comments on the international Atlas of Ungulate Migration, the first-ever interactive migration map of hooved mammals. The online tool uses the best available science to provide up-to-date migration maps. EnviroNews Nigeria noted that the atlas was developed through the efforts of the Global Initiative on Ungulate Migration (GIUM), representing a consortium of scientists and institutions worldwide. Kauffman is a member of GIUM’s scientific advisory board.

The Powell Tribune published UW’s release and photos from a dedication ceremony of the new Alan K. Simpson Center for Clinical and Experiential Learning. The $38.3 million expansion and renovation are part of UW’s College of Law Building.

Fred McLaughlin, director of UW’s Center for Economic Geology Research, was among experts who commented on an E&E News story that focused on a boosted tax credit for enhanced oil recovery. The tax credit aims to encourage oil companies to store more planet-warming carbon underground.

Saratoga’s Bigfoot99 Radio reported that the Wyoming Game and Fish Department confirmed a case of anthrax in a dead moose in Carbon County last week. Some cattle near Elk Mountain also have tested positive for anthrax. Tests were conducted and confirmed at the Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory, located at UW.

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded $28 million to GEAR UP Wyoming (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) -- housed in UW’s office of Student Educational Opportunity. The Wyoming Tribune Eagle published UW’s release that noted that the award will fund statewide GEAR UP activities through 2031.

Oil City News was among state media outlets noting that UW Extension, in partnership with state agencies, has compiled a website of both fire information and recovery resources that can be used by those impacted by this summer’s wildfires. The information was part of a media release from Gov. Mark Gordon’s office.

SweetwaterNOW published UW’s release noting that the UW Art Museum’s Ann Simpson Artmobile will debut its new exhibition, “Message Received: Transmissions Across Time & Space,” this week at the Community Fine Arts Center in Rock Springs.

UW’s School of Energy Resources and the Wold Foundation will host a joint symposium this week that will focus on the state’s energy future with a specific concentration on economic geology. The Laramie Boomerang published UW’s release.

The Business Farmer published UW’s release noting that UW’s WYOBIRD (Wyoming Bird Initiative for Resilience and Diversity) and the Biodiversity Institute will host WYOBIRD Day Saturday, Sept. 14, on campus and on private property in Laramie. The public can learn about bird capture and banding; participate in bird-themed crafts and games; and listen to a keynote address about bird migration.

A “UW in Your Community” event is scheduled Monday, Sept. 16, at Central Wyoming College’s Alpine Science Institute near Lander. County 10 published UW’s announcement on the gathering that will highlight the university’s work in Fremont County.

The Wyoming Tribune Eagle published UW’s release noting that the university is accepting nominations for 2025 honorary degrees and the Trustees’ Award of Merit. Nominations for honorary degrees are due to the Office of the President by Nov. 1.

Small-business entrepreneurs in Wyoming will have an opportunity to streamline their social media messaging strategically Tuesday, Sept. 10, according to a UW release published by The Carbon County Comet. The Wyoming Small Business Development Center Network, located at UW, will host the webinar.