September 2014 | Vol. 16, No. 1

UW offers a school year full of events and adventure.

For dates and a comprehensive list of upcoming events, visit WyoCal.

Greek Week

In April, UW fraternities and sororities take part in Greek Week, which includes a Knowledge Bowl, sports day and talent show.


Homecoming Sing

As part of the Homecoming week festivities Oct. 12–18, 2014, Homecoming Sing features student organizations competing through song and dance.


Homecoming Parade

On Oct. 18, 2014, the annual Homecoming parade includes nearly 100 bands, floats and other entries.


Outdoor Programs

UW’s Outdoor Program offers clinics and outings year-round, as well as a climbing wall, rentals and more.


Bands/Visiting Performers

UW Cultural Programs hosts 10 to 13 performances a year by artists of international or national distinction. Pictured here: Basix a capella group, performing Nov. 13, 2014


Breakfast on the Lawn

In October, Breakfast on the Lawn brings employees, alumni and students together. Pistol Pete and the UW cheerleaders are often on hand to spread UW pride.


Ag Day – BBQ in Prexy's

The annual Ag Appreciation Weekend, Sept. 19–20, 2014, includes a barbecue before the football game.


Family Weekend

Family Weekend, Sept. 19–21, welcomes families of students to campus for an event-packed weekend of fun.


UW Pride Fridays

On Fridays, UW students, employees and the community are encouraged to wear brown and gold—showing their pride in UW.


Diwali

Diwali, India’s festival of lights celebration comes to UW each October with cultural performances and cuisine.


International Talent Show

Each spring, UW’s international students show off their talents in a talent contest and fashion show.


Central Asia Awareness

April’s Central Asian Awareness Day shares Asian traditions and culture with a speaker, performances and dinner.


Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Event

In October, men on campus don high-heeled shoes to Walk a Mile in Her Shoes and raise awareness about sexual violence


MLK Days

To celebrate Martin Luther King Jr., UW hosts MLK Days of Dialogue. The 2014 event included a “Dream Forward” video project by UW students. The 2015 event, themed “Equity in the Equality State,” takes place Feb. 1–7.


Safe Treat/Halloween

For Halloween Oct. 31, UW offers a Safe Treat event where children can trick or treat and celebrate.


Community Service Day

Students participate in community service, including The Big Event Oct. 11, 2014, which kicks off Homecoming week each fall.


Vedauwoo Vertical Dance

Every other year in late August, Vertical Dance at Vedauwoo features dancers taking to the skies and rocks, and dancing to live music.


Undergraduate Research Day

Undergraduate Research Day, scheduled for May 2, 2015, is an opportunity for Wyoming’s college students to present their research on a variety of topics.


Fine Arts Outreach

Fine Arts Outreach presents artistic and educational opportunities to Wyoming's public schools and communities, and UW students, such as the annual Art Intensive for high school students.


Earth Day BBQ

In April, UW celebrates Earth Day with a barbecue, educational programing and public service.


Chinese New Year/Spring Festival

February’s spring festival to celebrate Chinese New Year includes a cultural show and dinner.


Career Fairs

UW hosts several job fairs throughout the year to connect students with potential employees.


International Education Week

Each November as part of International Education Week, students submit photos of their travels. Pictured here: A UW student hikes to get a better view of Barcelona.


The Magazine for Alumni and Friends of the University of Wyoming

About UWyo

Advertise

Subscribe

UWyo Archives

Contact Us

UWyo Magazine
University of Wyoming
Dept. 3226
1000 East University Ave.
Laramie, WY 82071-2000
Phone: 307-766-2379
TTY: 307-766-6729
Email: uwyomag@uwyo.edu

Contact Us

University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: (307)-766-1121

Find us on Instagram (Link opens a new window)Find us on Facebook (Link opens a new window)Find us on Twitter (Link opens a new window)Find us on LinkedIn (Link opens a new window)Find us on YouTube (Link opens a new window)