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February 2018 UW News

UW Religion Today: Conspiracy Theories and the Enlightenment

In pop-culture stereotypes, we often view paranoid people as mentally unstable, particularly those who think “everyone” is out to get them. The more they talk about conspiracies and secret plots to kill them, overthrow the government and so on, the more we think they should be committed to a mental

STEM Professionals to Meet UW Students in Speed Mentoring Event

More than 20 University of Wyoming undergraduates will receive firsthand guidance from 11 professionals in a variety of science disciplines Thursday, March 1.

Native American Leadership Speaker Series Begins Friday at UW

A member of the Eastern Shoshone Business Council and the Wind River Indian Reservation Tribal Court chief judge are the first two presenters in a speaker series at the new Native American Education, Research and Cultural Center at the University of Wyoming.

Wyoming Business CEO to Speak with UW MBA Students Friday

The owner and CEO of a profitable Wyoming-based software company who is a member of the University of Wyoming Department of Computer Science’s advisory board will speak with UW Master of Business Administration (MBA) students Friday, March 2, in the College of Business.

UWs Wyoming Research and McNair Scholars Act as Science Initiative Ambassadors

University of Wyoming student-scholars are taking it upon themselves to act as university ambassadors and recruiters, and spread the gospel of UW’s Science Initiative.

UW Extension Publication Explains Backyard Composting

Information to help gardeners turbocharge soils by backyard composting is available in a free University of Wyoming Extension publication.

UW Art Museum Will Host Lunchtime Conversations with Curators March 7

The University of Wyoming Art Museum will host “Lunchtime Conversations with Curators” Wednesday, March 7, from 12:10-12:50 p.m.

Spring Rodeo Season Begins with Interim Coach Leading UW Program

Lydia Coe knows she has a tough task ahead of her, but she’s up to the challenge.

Wyoming State Science Fair March 4

The annual Wyoming State Science Fair once again is coming to the University of Wyoming campus March 4-6.

UW Staff Award Nominations Due Wednesday

The deadline to nominate someone for University of Wyoming staff awards is Wednesday, Feb. 28.

UW Ranks No. 20 on Safest College Campuses List

A national home security trade association has confirmed what Wyoming citizens have known for some time: The University of Wyoming is one of the safest college campuses in the nation.

UW President to Host Town Hall on Next Phase of WyoCloud Tuesday

University of Wyoming President Laurie Nichols will host a WyoCloud Human Capital Management town-hall meeting for the UW community Tuesday, Feb. 27, from 2-3:15 p.m. in the College of Arts and Sciences auditorium.

UW Plans Three Commencement Ceremonies May 12

For the first time in many years, academic colleges of the University of Wyoming will combine spring commencement ceremonies in May.

UW-Casper Changes End-of-Year Celebration

The University of Wyoming at Casper will host a “Celebration of Excellence” this spring, featuring graduating seniors as guests of honor.

Nominations for UW Women in STEM Own It! Awards Accepted

Nominations are now being accepted for the third annual Own It! Awards for women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) at the University of Wyoming. The deadline is Friday, March 23.

Nominations Accepted for UW Spring Commencement Student Speakers

Two University of Wyoming graduating seniors and one doctoral graduate will be selected to speak during UW’s spring commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 12, and nominations are being accepted for those honors through March 31.

UW Faculty Recital Series Presents Modern Classics March 4

The University of Wyoming Department of Music’s spring Faculty Recital Series continues with “Modern Classics” Sunday, March 4, at 3 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts recital hall. The concert is free and open to the public.

UW Art Museum Offers Activities to Celebrate March Art Month

The University of Wyoming Art Museum will offer several family-oriented, free events to celebrate March Art Month, when promoting art and art education is observed nationally.

Popular UW Lecture Series Scheduled in Pinedale March 1

The University of Wyoming’s one-day free public lecture series, featuring diverse topics from UW professors, will be offered in Pinedale for the second time Thursday, March 1.

Popular UW Lecture Series Scheduled in Jackson March 3

The University of Wyoming’s one-day free public lecture series, featuring diverse topics from UW professors, will be offered in Jackson Saturday, March 3.

Campus Construction Update for Feb. 25

These are among the construction activities scheduled Feb. 25-March 3 at the University of Wyoming:

Bach by Any Other Name Concert March 1 at UW

Bach without any Bach -- how can that be?

UW Art Museum to Offer Family Workshop March 3

The University of Wyoming Art Museum will host Family Saturday Workshop March 3 from 10 a.m.-noon.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Feb. 26

These are among the activities scheduled Feb. 26-March 4 at the University of Wyoming:

March Planetarium Schedule at UW Includes Programming Time Changes

March means spring and the move to daylight-saving time, which brings some scheduling changes at the University of Wyoming Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium.

UW Sees Spring Semester Enrollment Increase

Following a significant increase in new freshmen and transfer students in fall 2017, the University of Wyoming has increased its enrollment once again for the spring 2018 semester.

UW Scientists Part of Research on Prehistoric Human Migration in Europe

Two University of Wyoming researchers contributed to a new study in which DNA of ancient skeletal remains of people from southeastern Europe were used to determine migration patterns across Europe during prehistoric times.

UW Music Department Hosts Choral Festivals March 2

To promote male and female singing, the University of Wyoming Department of Music will present two choral festivals for young singers Friday, March 2, and Saturday, March 3.

UW Graduate Featured in Iraqi Invasion Documentary Screening March 9

A University of Wyoming graduate and member of the university’s ROTC program is featured in a recently released documentary detailing a combat mission aboard Apache helicopters during the opening days of the invasion of Iraq in 2003.

Survey Finds Mixed Views on Public Lands Transfer Issue

Wyoming citizens are divided on the prospect of transferring federal public lands to states, with 43 percent saying they support such a move and 41 saying they oppose, according to a new survey by the Wyoming Survey and Analysis Center (WYSAC) at the University of Wyoming.

Elk Research Project Meetings on Wind River Reservation Feb. 27

The University of Wyoming High Plains American Indian Research Institute (HPAIRI) will host community meetings in Fort Washakie and Ethete to introduce two separate but related research projects investigating the cultural significance and migratory behavior of elk on the Wind River Indian Reservatio

UW Public Art Idea Swaps to Air on WyoCast Wednesday

Members of the Laramie and University of Wyoming communities will have an opportunity to participate from a distance in public art “idea swaps” Wednesday, Feb. 21.

UW Graduate, Business Founder to Speak with UW MBA Students Friday

Jerad Stack, a successful startup founder and technology executive, will speak with University of Wyoming Master of Business Administration (MBA) students Friday, Feb. 23, in the College of Business.

Students Encouraged to Attend UW Career Fair and Lunch Panel Feb. 28

University of Wyoming students are encouraged to join employers from the hospitality, tourism and outdoor recreation industries for a career fair and afternoon lunch panel featuring top industry leaders Wednesday, Feb. 28, at 10 a.m.

Registration Available for UW Stands Up Competition March 7

Sign-ups are underway for Stands Up, a University of Wyoming student comedy night hosted by 7220 Entertainment Wednesday, March 7, at 8 p.m. in The Gardens, located in the Wyoming Union.

UW Staff Award Nominations Accepted Through Feb. 28

The University of Wyoming Staff Senate seeks nominations for the awards to be presented during its 2018 Staff Recognition Day.

UW Extension Offers Money Manager Coach Course in Gillette

University of Wyoming Extension is offering a train-the-trainer course in Gillette to help community organization members help those they serve improve money management skills.

UW Engagement Task Force Drop

The University of Wyoming Engagement Task Force invites faculty, staff and students to participate in an open discussion and Q&A session today (Monday) from 3-5 p.m. in the Energy Innovation Center’s BP Collaborative Center, Room 209.

UW College of Engineering Prepares for Statewide Outreach Activity

Some of the state’s top engineers will make special visits to Wyoming elementary schools during National Engineers Week Feb. 18-24.

Successful Wyoming Atlas Project Launches Digital Version for Wyomings K

In 2014, the University of Wyoming created a hard-copy version of a new Wyoming Student Atlas, with more than 10,000 copies distributed to all Wyoming school districts. Now, a digital version has been produced.

Dreamers at UW: A DACA Symposium in Laramie Saturday

Several speakers, including University of Wyoming students and the first Hispanic Associated Students of UW (ASUW) vice president, are scheduled to discuss the ongoing Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program and how it is affecting Wyoming residents.

UW Nordic Ski Teams Host Home Races Feb. 24

Two days of racing, including a competition open to the public, are on tap for the University of Wyoming Nordic ski teams at Happy Jack ski trails Feb. 24-25.

UW Jazz Ensembles Present Festival of Winds Concert Feb. 23

The University of Wyoming Department of Music’s jazz ensembles will present a combined concert Friday, Feb. 23, at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall.

UW Faculty Recital Series Presents Two

The University of Wyoming Department of Music’s Faculty Recital Series will present “Two-Gether” Sunday, Feb. 25, at 3 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts recital hall. The concert is free and open to the public.

Campus Construction Update for Feb. 18

These are among the construction activities scheduled Feb. 18-24 at the University of Wyoming:

Wild Author Cheryl Strayed to Visit UW March 22

Cheryl Strayed, the best-selling author of the memoir “Wild,” will visit the University of Wyoming for a public lecture and book signing Thursday, March 22.

UW Bands Concert Kicks Off Festival of Winds Feb. 22

The University of Wyoming Symphonic Band and Wind Symphony will kick off UW’s Festival of Winds Thursday, Feb. 22, at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Feb. 19

These are among the activities scheduled Feb. 19-25 at the University of Wyoming:

Intellectual Property Discussion for Businesses Feb. 23 at UW

Two experts on intellectual property will discuss how to cost-effectively leverage those new ideas and innovations for business success Friday, Feb. 23, from 10-11:30 a.m. at the University of Wyoming’s Wyoming Technology Business Center.

Business Consultant to Speak with UW MBA Students Friday

Anne Fish, a best-selling author, speaker and business consultant, will speak with University of Wyoming Master of Business Administration (MBA) students Friday, Feb. 16, in the College of Business.

UW Religion Today: The Surprises About Anti

The FBI collects statistics about hate crimes in the United States. These are crimes that were motivated by hatred against the victims -- whether a hatred of their race, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation. A look at the information from 2016, the most recent year available, reveals a number o

Country and Bluegrass Musician Billy Strings to Perform at UW Feb. 28

Billy Strings, a growing country and bluegrass musician, will perform with opening act The Wooks Wednesday, Feb. 28, at 8 p.m. in The Gardens, located in the lower level of the University of Wyoming Union. The event is free and open to the public.

A Cappella Group Tonic Sol

Award-winning a cappella group Tonic Sol-fa will perform Wednesday, Feb. 21, at 7:30 p.m. in the University of Wyoming’s Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall.

UW’s Chalfoun to Receive First-Ever Stettenheim Service Award

Anna Chalfoun, a University of Wyoming associate professor of zoology, will receive the first-ever Peter R. Stettenheim Service Award at the American Ornithological Society’s (AOS) annual meeting in mid-April.

UW President to Host Town Hall on Next Phase of WyoCloud Feb. 27

University of Wyoming President Laurie Nichols will host a WyoCloud Human Capital Management town-hall meeting for the UW community Tuesday, Feb. 27, from 2-3:15 p.m. in the College of Arts and Sciences auditorium.

UW Half Acre Recreation and Wellness Center Receives National Award

The University of Wyoming’s Half Acre Recreation and Wellness Center recently won the NASPA Excellence Gold Award for innovative approaches and promoting student well-being.

Public Art Idea Swaps Feb. 21 at UW

Members of the Laramie and University of Wyoming communities will have an opportunity to learn about -- and contribute to -- a campus public art plan Wednesday, Feb. 21.

Open Meeting on UW President Evaluation Wednesday

An open meeting is scheduled Wednesday, Feb. 14, for members of the University of Wyoming community and the public to participate in the evaluation of President Laurie Nichols by the UW Board of Trustees.

Mike Eaton Named UW Staff Employee of Fourth Quarter

Being detail-oriented with an excellent work ethic are attributes given to Mike Eaton, the University of Wyoming Staff Employee of the Fourth Quarter.

Interrupt and Dismantle Racism Event Feb. 22 at UW

A virtual institute, titled “Interrupt and Dismantle Racism,” will take place at the University of Wyoming Thursday, Feb. 22, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in Room 123 of the College of Business Building.

UW Trustees Plan Teleconference Meeting Wednesday

The University of Wyoming Board of Trustees will consider a number of issues during a meeting at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14, via teleconference.

UW Researcher Part of Winning Innovation Pitch to NFL

Carl Frick enjoys the game of football, and his research could play a role in ensuring the longevity of the sport.

UW Presents Pianist Daniela Liebman Feb. 16

Even though she is just 15 years old, pianist Daniela Liebman has already performed publicly more than 30 times on four continents and with 20 orchestras. She will bring her talents to the University of Wyoming Friday, Feb. 16.

UW Art Museum to Host Panel Discussion Feb. 21

The University of Wyoming Art Museum will host “Panel Discussion: Living Artifacts” Wednesday, Feb. 21, at 6 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Campus Construction Update for Feb. 11

These are among the construction activities scheduled Feb. 11-17 at the University of Wyoming:

UW Diversity Workshops Offered via Zoom

Workshops next week at the University of Wyoming, led by a nationally recognized expert in creating inclusive organizational environments, have been made available to UW faculty, staff and students off campus via Zoom.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Feb. 12

These are among the activities scheduled Feb. 12-18 at the University of Wyoming:

Business Executive to Meet with UW MBA Students Friday

A results-oriented executive with more than three decades of extensive business experience in a diverse range of industries will speak with University of Wyoming Master of Business Administration (MBA) students Friday, Feb. 9, at 10:30 a.m. in the College of Business.

UW Department of Music Presents Helios Trio Valentines Day Concert

The combination of piano, violin and cello music will be performed during a Valentine’s Day concert featuring the Helios Trio Wednesday, Feb. 14, at 7:30 p.m. in the University of Wyoming Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts recital hall.

University of Wyoming Fall Semester Graduates: Resident

The University of Wyoming accorded degrees upon the following students from Wyoming at the completion of the 2017 fall semester.

University of Wyoming Fall Semester Graduates: Nonresident

The University of Wyoming accorded degrees upon the following nonresident students at the completion of the 2017 fall semester.

DACA Symposium Scheduled Feb. 24 in Laramie

Organizers of a Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) symposium in Laramie Saturday, Feb. 24, want to educate the public about the realities of the program.

UW Chamber Orchestra Concert Sunday

“Airs and Dances, Old and New” is the title of the University of Wyoming Chamber Orchestra’s program Sunday, Feb. 11, at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall.

Safe Zone Trainings Scheduled in February at UW

Three sessions are planned in February for the University of Wyoming community to learn more about the LGBTQIA community.

Wyoming Public Media Podcast Selected for Film Festival

Wyoming Public Media’s award-winning podcast, “HumaNature,” has been selected to play at the 2018 Big Sky Documentary Film Festival in Missoula, Mont.

UW Ranks Fifth in Nation for Older Undergraduate Enrollment

The Chronicle of Higher Education recently ranked the University of Wyoming fifth in its “Flagship Institutions With the Highest Percentages of Older Undergraduates” list, using data from fall 2015.

UW OneUW One-Day Lecture Series Scheduled in Sheridan Feb. 17

Three separate discussions touching on American-Chinese relations, race and culture, and infectious diseases are topics during the University of Wyoming’s one-day free public lecture series in Sheridan Saturday, Feb. 17.

UW One-Day Lecture Series Scheduled in Gillette Feb. 15

Three separate discussions touching on American-Chinese relations, race and culture, and infectious diseases are topics during the University of Wyoming’s one-day free public lecture series in Gillette Thursday, Feb. 15.

UW Faculty Member Receives Pecora Project Manager Group Award

A University of Wyoming faculty member recently received a 2017 William Thomas Pecora Project Manager Group Award from the International Charter Space and Major Disasters Team.

Open Meeting on UW President Evaluation Feb. 14; Comments Accepted Online

An open meeting is scheduled Wednesday, Feb. 14, for members of the University of Wyoming community and the public to participate in the evaluation of President Laurie Nichols by the UW Board of Trustees.

Free Language Courses Offered at UW

Fourteen different language courses will be offered for free this semester at the University of Wyoming.

UW Ranks No. 3 in Nation on Best

University of Wyoming graduates’ low student debt and placement in relatively high-paying jobs have landed UW at No. 3 on a list of best-value universities in the nation.

UW Art Museum to Feature Student Art at Spring Opening Reception

The University of Wyoming Art Museum will feature the 43rd annual Juried UW Student Exhibition during a free reception to celebrate all new exhibitions for the spring semester. The opening reception is Friday, Feb. 16, from 6-8 p.m., with the student awards ceremony beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Public Presentation on Recent Eclipse Today at UW

Preliminary results from the Citizen CATE (Continental-America Telescopic Eclipse) Experiment project will be shared during a public presentation, titled “Scientific Results from the Great American Eclipse,” today (Friday, Feb. 2), at 4 p.m. in Room 214 of the University of Wyoming’s Classroom Build

Dirty Revival to Perform at UW Feb. 7

Portland, Ore.-based Dirty Revival will perform Wednesday, Feb. 7, at 8 p.m. in The Gardens, located in the lower level of the University of Wyoming Union. The event is free and open to the public.

Campus Construction Update for Feb. 4

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

UW Debate Team Having Successful Season

It has been another busy but successful season for the University of Wyoming debate team, especially with a group that has tripled in size since last year.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Feb. 5

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

SBDC Webinar to Help Small Businesses with Online Business Presence

Small-business owners in Wyoming invest their time, effort and resources into their online business presence. But, do they know what their return on investment is?

Presentation on UW Science Initiative Feb. 9 in Sheridan

Two University of Wyoming faculty members and a graduate student from Cody are scheduled to speak about UW’s Science Initiative at the Sheridan Rotary Club’s regular weekly meeting Friday, Feb. 9.

Presentation on UW Science Initiative Feb. 8 in Cody

Two University of Wyoming faculty members and a graduate student from Cody are scheduled to speak about UW’s Science Initiative at the Cody Rotary Club’s regular weekly meeting Thursday, Feb. 8.

Portfolio Manager, Finance Lecturer to Meet with UW MBA Students Friday

A portfolio manager and chairman of the Real Assets Investment Strategy at Tocqueville Asset Management, and a finance lecturer at the University of Wyoming will speak with UW Master of Business Administration (MBA) students Friday, Feb. 2.

Popular Banff Film Festival Feb. 21

Outdoor adventure films will be screened during the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour Wednesday, Feb. 21, and Thursday, Feb. 22, at 7 p.m. in the University of Wyoming College of Arts and Sciences auditorium. The event is free and open to the public.

Februarys Dark Skies Provide Prime Stargazing Opportunities at UW Planetarium

February’s dark skies will provide some prime stargazing opportunities for the public at the University of Wyoming Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium this month. Additionally, the planetarium will have its usual variety of shows, which this month include programs on Pluto, the Milky Way, black holes and a

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Phone: (307) 766-2929
Email: cbaldwin@uwyo.edu


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