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August 2017 UW News

Autumn Stargazing Opportunities Abound at UW Planetarium

With the fall semester back in swing, the University of Wyoming Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium provides plenty of opportunities for students to stargaze and learn more about our galaxy and beyond.

‘Game of Thrones’ Actor-Musician to Perform Sept. 7 at UW

Kristian Nairn, who played the popular character Hodor in “Game of Thrones,” will perform his music at the University of Wyoming Thursday, Sept. 7, at 8 p.m. in the Wyoming Union Gardens, located in the lower level.

UW Art Museum to Offer Four-Part Preschool Class in September

The University of Wyoming Art Museum will offer a four-session Friday morning preschool class Sept. 8, 15, 22 and 29 from 10-11 each day.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Sept. 4

These are among the activities scheduled Sept. 4-10 at the University of Wyoming:

SBDC Workshop to Focus on Succession Planning for Family

Succession planning for passing on family-owned businesses is often not talked about, but warrants important discussion.

UW Student Receives Optometry Scholarship

Arianna Schabauer, of Rapid City, S.D., is the recipient of the University of Wyoming’s James A. Boucher, O.D. and Julie M. Uhlmann, Ph.D. Optometry Scholarship.

UW High Bay Research Center Wins Regional Construction Honor

The University of Wyoming’s new High Bay Research Facility has been recognized by a construction industry publication as the best 2017 higher education/research project in a region that includes Colorado, Wyoming, North Dakota and South Dakota.

UW Art Museum Will Host Lunchtime Conversations with Curators Sept. 6

The University of Wyoming Art Museum will host “Lunchtime Conversations with Curators” Wednesday, Sept. 6, from noon-12:30 p.m.

Technological Advances Allow Refocusing of UW Distance Ed Resources

Advances in technology that allow University of Wyoming courses to be delivered directly online to students in their own homes -- and the growing presence of personal devices among students -- have greatly reduced use of UW’s web-conferencing facilities across the state.

Washington Monthly Recognizes UW as Innovative College for Adult Learners

The University of Wyoming has been ranked as one of the nation’s top universities for adult learners by Washington Monthly, which gives special attention to UW’s collaborations with Wyoming community colleges.

UW Receives High Marks for Energy Savings

The University of Wyoming has been recognized by Rocky Mountain Power for taking “some big steps in saving energy” and has been named the 2017 wattsmart Business Partner of the Year.

Registration for UW Outdoor Program Events Begins Aug. 30

Registration for fall Outdoor Program events begins Wednesday, Aug. 30, at the University of Wyoming.

UW Closed Labor Day

Most University of Wyoming administrative offices will be closed, and classes will be dismissed Monday, Sept. 4, for Labor Day.

UW Employee of the Quarter Nomination Deadline is Sept. 8

The deadline to nominate someone for the University of Wyoming Employee of the Third Quarter is Friday, Sept. 8, at 5 p.m.

UW Faculty Can Be Added to Experts List

Institutional Communications is looking to expand its University of Wyoming faculty expert list.

UW Homecoming Parade Applications Available

August 28, 2017 Applications for the 2017 University of Wyoming Homecoming parade are now available online at www.uwyo.edu/homecoming.

UW Moves to Per Diem Policy for Business Travel

With the implementation of the WyoCloud Financial Management System, there are several changes to procedures and processes around the University of Wyoming campus. One of these changes is the university’s shift to using a per diem policy for employee meals during business-related travel.

UW Parking Permits Are Now Available

University of Wyoming parking permits for 2017-18 are now available for purchase.

Campus Construction Update for Aug. 27

These are among the construction activities scheduled Aug. 27-Sept. 2 at the University of Wyoming:

Casino Night Scheduled for UW Students

To help kick off the fall semester, University of Wyoming’s 7220 Entertainment, in partnership with Fraternity and Sorority Life, will host Casino Night Saturday, Sept. 2, at 9 p.m. in the Wyoming Union. The event is free and open to all UW students.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Aug. 28

These are among the activities scheduled Aug. 28-Sept. 3 at the University of Wyoming:

New Exhibition to Open Sept. 2 at UW Art Museum

A new exhibition, “Pat Guthrie Teaching Gallery Exhibition,” will open Saturday, Sept. 2, at the University of Wyoming Art Museum.

Annual UW Police Auction Sept. 6

6, beginning at 4 p.m. at the UWPD north parking lot, located at 1426 E. Flint St. Viewing for items to be sold will begin at 3 p.m.

UW Religion Today: Its OK to Pray in Your School

The school year is arriving again. This seems like a good moment to revisit that continually confused and confusing issue, prayer in schools.

Coordinator Hired for Program in Natural Resources Recreation and Tourism at UW

Dan McCoy has accepted a position as coordinator of a proposed Bachelor of Science degree program in natural resources recreation and tourism at the University of Wyoming.

UW Homecoming Events Planned for Oct. 21

The University of Wyoming’s 2017 Homecoming is set for Oct. 21-28, with the theme “Wyoming Spirit, Wild as the West.”

UW Student Conducts Research at St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital

Reba Brenner was more than elated to know that she was the first University of Wyoming student selected for a prestigious internship program to conduct meaningful research this summer at the famed St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tenn.

Cowboy Fans Encouraged to Showcase College Colors in Support of UW

As part of the 13th annual College Colors Day celebration, the University of Wyoming is encouraging fan support across social media for the Cowboys. The grand prize is a chance to win an all-expenses-paid trip to the College Football Playoff National Championship game.

Southeast Wyoming Extension Educator Receives National Achievement

A University of Wyoming Extension educator serving southeast Wyoming has received recognition for helping provide Wyoming residents agricultural and horticultural information.

UW Chemical Engineering Research Highlighted by International Journal

The research of University of Wyoming Associate Professor Joe Holles and his team was highlighted by an international scientific journal recently.

UW Fall Semester Classes Begin Aug. 30

University of Wyoming fall semester classes will begin Wednesday, Aug. 30. UW business and administrative offices will observe regular hours (8 a.m.-5 p.m.) beginning Monday, Aug. 28.

UW Ph.D. Student Honored with Mammalogists Society Fellowship

A University of Wyoming Ph.D. student recently received the highest honor bestowed by the American Society of Mammalogists (ASM) on a graduate student.

UW Driving Simulator Utilized for Travel Safety Research

Driving on Wyoming’s Interstate 80 can often be precarious, but thanks to a pilot study conducted at the University of Wyoming, that journey could be safer in the near future.

Campus Construction Update for Aug. 20

These are among the construction activities scheduled Aug. 20-26 at the University of Wyoming:

Al Farrows Divine Ammunition to Open Aug. 26 at UW Art Museum

A new exhibition, “Divine Ammunition: The Work of Al Farrow,” will open Saturday, Aug. 26, at the University of Wyoming Art Museum.

Wyoming Business Tips for Aug. 27

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 Enhanced Oil Recovery Institute Taps Technical Outreach Representative

The University of Wyoming’s Enhanced Oil Recovery Institute (EORI) has hired a petroleum industry veteran to assist with the institute’s technical outreach efforts.

UW Extension Rangeland Management Workshop Set Near Lance Creek

How to get more out of grazing and protect grass resources is the focus of the Basics of Rangeland Management workshop Thursday, Sept. 7, at the Lance Creek School/Kremer’s Ranch northwest of Lusk.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Aug. 21

These are among the activities scheduled Aug. 21-27 at the University of Wyoming:

UW Student Team Reaches Summit of Wyomings Tallest Peak

After growing up in the flatlands of eastern South Dakota, Jordan Jensen got his first taste of Wyoming’s high country by participating in an archaeology field school in the Cowboy State as an undergraduate at the University of Tennessee-Martin.

UW Cuts Ribbon on One-of-a-Kind High Bay Research Facility

The University of Wyoming cut the ribbon today (Thursday) on the High Bay Research Facility -- a large, flexible, state-of-the-art laboratory facility for cutting-edge oil and gas research.

UW High Bay Research Facility Grand Opening Aug. 16

Grand opening ceremonies for the $68 million High Bay Research Facility, the newest educational and research building at the University of Wyoming, will take place later this month.

Breakthrough 307 Co-Founder is e2e Wyoming Speaker in Laramie Sept. 13

The co-founder of Breakthrough 307, a company that looks to fill funding gaps for startup companies, will be the next e2e Wyoming speaker in Laramie Wednesday, Sept. 13.

Two Exhibitions Close Aug. 26 at UW Art Museum

“Whence One Comes: The Musings of Travis Louie” and “New Acquisitions: The UW Art Museum Collection” will close Saturday, Aug. 26, at the University of Wyoming Art Museum.

UW Theatre and Dance Presents Outside Inside Downside Up

The University of Wyoming Department of Theatre and Dance will present “Outside Inside Downside Up,” a free vertical dance concert, Saturday, Aug. 26, and Sunday, Aug. 27, at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts (BCPA) Thrust Theatre.

UW Energy Resources Council to Meet Friday

The University of Wyoming Energy Resources Council (ERC) will meet at 8 a.m. Friday, Aug. 18, at the BP Collaboration Center in the Energy Innovation Center on the UW campus.

President Appoints Task Force to Develop UW Salary Increase Policy

University of Wyoming President Laurie Nichols has appointed a 14-member task force to lead the development of a comprehensive policy or regulation on salary increases for benefited UW employees.

UW Grants Release Time for Aug. 21 Eclipse

University of Wyoming President Laurie Nichols has granted an hour of release time for UW employees to watch the solar eclipse Monday, Aug. 21.

UW Launches Engagement Task Force

A 16-member task force has been appointed to help the University of Wyoming meet its objective of collaborating with constituents and partners to improve and enhance the health and well-being of the state’s communities and environments.

UW Librarians Book Reveals Business Icons Impact on Rural America

A University of Wyoming faculty member’s new book about James Cash Penney explores how the department store icon and his company shaped rural America throughout the 20th century.

UW Nordic Ski Team Trash 2 Treasures Fundraiser Aug. 27

The University of Wyoming Nordic ski team’s annual “Trash 2 Treasures” fundraiser is Sunday, Aug. 27, at 9 a.m. in War Memorial Fieldhouse.

UW President Taps Native American Advisory Committee

University of Wyoming President Laurie Nichols has assembled a seven-member committee to advise her on Native American affairs.

Campus Construction Update for Aug. 13

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

Wyoming Business Tips for Aug. 20

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.

Household Item Giveaway for UW International Students is Aug. 26

The annual household item giveaway for international students attending the University of Wyoming is scheduled Saturday, Aug. 26, in the parking and circle drive area south of the Cheney International Center. People dropping off items are asked to enter between 11th and 12th streets off of Ivinson S

UW Botany Graduate Student is NASA Astronaut Candidate

A University of Wyoming master’s degree student is an astronaut candidate with NASA’s Human Exploration Research Analog (HERA). HERA is a unique, three-story habitat designed to serve as an analog for isolation, confinement and remote conditions in space exploration scenarios, according to the NASA

Agencies to Receive Active Shooter Response Training at UW

Local and regional law enforcement officers will participate in active shooter response exercises Monday and Tuesday, Aug. 14-15, in the basement of the University of Wyoming Classroom Building.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Aug. 14

These are among the activities scheduled Aug. 14-20 at the University of Wyoming:

UW Appoints First AVP for Enrollment Management

An administrator who has been instrumental in driving enrollment increases at West Texas A&M University has been selected to fill the new position of associate vice provost for enrollment management at the University of Wyoming.

Sbatella Memorial Reception Friday at UW

A reception celebrating the life of Gustavo Sbatella, the University of Wyoming assistant professor of plant sciences who was killed in a motorcycle accident in Nevada last week, is scheduled at 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 11, in the Animal Sciences/Molecular Biology Building foyer on the UW campus.

UWs Fifth Annual The Big Event Scheduled Oct. 21

The University of Wyoming’s fifth annual The Big Event is Saturday, Oct. 21, and will serve as the kickoff to Homecoming 2017.

UW Plans Many Activities for Aug. 21 Eclipse

University of Wyoming astronomy professors will host five outreach venues for the public during the total solar eclipse Aug. 21, just one of many eclipse activities UW is involved in for the historic event.

Humanities Project to Highlight Wyoming Tribes Connections with Elk

A project to explore and highlight the relationships of the tribes of Wyoming’s Wind River Indian Reservation with an iconic big-game species will begin in 2018, as a result of a $150,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) to the University of Wyoming.

Casper Start-Up Challenge Qualifier Launches First Video Game

A qualifier from last year’s Casper Start-Up Challenge, Bison Kings Game Studio, has launched its first video game on the Steam and itch.io gaming platforms for personal computers.

UWs Jenkins Leads Gannett Peak Student Excursion

Since joining the University of Wyoming as a writer-in-residence in 2008, Mark Jenkins has brought the world to Wyoming by lecturing around the state about his expeditions to off-the-beaten-path locations in Nepal, Cambodia, Congo, Burma, Vietnam and Central Asia.

UWs Reutzel Selected for National Education Deans Organization

University of Wyoming College of Education Dean Ray Reutzel has joined a select group dedicated to transforming educator preparation.

Graduate Education AVP Finalists to Speak This Week

Two finalists for the position of associate vice president for graduate education at the University of Wyoming are scheduled to give public presentations this week.

UW Alumni Association Plans Membership Appreciation Day Sept. 16

The University of Wyoming Alumni Association (UWAA) is planning an afternoon of fun, football and friendship to show its appreciation to UWAA members.

Nordberg Awarded UW Staff Employee of Second Quarter

Nick Nordberg has a reputation for helping others outside his official duties as the Rendezvous Café area supervisor on the University of Wyoming campus.

Campus Construction Update for Aug. 6

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

Wyoming Business Tips for Aug. 13

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.

Fall UW MBA Program Students Begin Fall Semester with Orientation Aug. 21

The University of Wyoming Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program’s continued success in experiential learning, leadership development, international programs and job placement has led to a strong cohort of students. Students have an orientation session Monday, Aug. 21.

UW Trustees Plan Teleconference Meeting Wednesday

The University of Wyoming Board of Trustees will consider UW’s state budget request for the 2019-2020 biennium during a meeting at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 9, via teleconference.

UW Assistant Professor Dies in Motorcycle Crash

Grand opening ceremonies for the $68 million High Bay Research Facility, the newest educational and research building at the University of Wyoming, will take place later this month.

Hung Liu: American Exodus Closes Aug. 12 at UW Art Museum

“Hung Liu: American Exodus” will close Saturday, Aug. 12, at the University of Wyoming Art Museum.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Aug. 7

These are among the activities scheduled Aug. 7-13 at the University of Wyoming:

New Exhibitions to Open Aug. 12 at UW Art Museum

Three new exhibitions will open Saturday, Aug. 12, at the University of Wyoming Art Museum.

UW Summer Camp Encourages Careers in Health Care

The University of Wyoming this summer welcomed 80 eighth- through 11th-grade students to campus to explore health care-related fields during the seventh annual Wyoming Area Health Education Center (AHEC) Health Care Careers Summer Camp.

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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