UW to Offer Graduate Minor in Computational Sciences

September 14, 2012 — While discussion of creating a graduate minor in computational sciences at the University of Wyoming traces back to 2005, the presence of a supercomputer in Cheyenne provides some additional motivation for the university’s effort to create a unique skill set and help students across many academic disciplines land jobs in the future.

UW Helps Shape National Teacher Assessment

September 11, 2012 — After successfully participating in both the pilot phase and an expanded field test of a new, national-level assessment, University of Wyoming teacher education programs are ready to implement that comprehensive process with their 2013 graduates.

Ridership Increases on UW Campus Shuttle System

September 10, 2012 — Students Chris Thompson, Heidi Montano and Rian Wilfong say it’s a no-brainer why ridership on the University of Wyoming shuttle buses has increased dramatically this semester: It’s convenient, free and the buses quickly get them directly to where they want to go.

UW President Announces He’ll Retire Next Year

September 6, 2012 — University of Wyoming President Tom Buchanan announced today (Thursday) that he will retire as president at the end of summer 2013, concluding a lengthy UW career that saw him preside over a period of tremendous progress.

Wyoming Firm Will Renovate, Expand Half Acre Gym

September 7, 2012 — A Wyoming firm has been selected to transform the University of Wyoming’s Half Acre Gym into a modern student recreation and wellness center.

Unique UW Engineering Program Gains Accreditation

September 6, 2012 — An innovative University of Wyoming program -- which aims to produce engineers to address the nation’s energy challenges -- is the first of its kind in the United States to receive national accreditation.

UW Geology Publication Marks 50 Years

August 30, 2012 — In the world of geology, Wyoming is a mecca of sorts.

UW Geological Museum Project Expands, Delays Reopening

August 29, 2012 — Supporters of the University of Wyoming Geological Museum were hoping to see it reopen in early September following its first significant renovation in decades.

UW President Welcomes 125th Freshman Class

August 24, 2012 — Emphasizing that college is a broad, enriching experience that goes well beyond getting good grades and earning a degree, President Tom Buchanan on Thursday (Aug. 23) welcomed the landmark 125th entering freshman class to the University of Wyoming.

UW Research Project Profiled in Documentary Film Chronicling the West

August 28, 2012 — A Belgian filmmaker is chronicling the pioneering spirit of the West. And she’s chosen a University of Wyoming research project as a key part of her visual depiction.

Land-Grant Mission Subject of UW TV Program

September 14, 2012 — University of Wyoming President Tom Buchanan and History Professor Phil Roberts will examine “What the Land-Grant Mission Means for Wyoming” during the season premiere of the UW informational program “Wyoming Signatures” Sunday, Sept. 23, at 6:30 p.m. on Wyoming Public Television.

ALS Informational Meeting Monday

September 13, 2012 — Information about Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease) will be presented Monday, Sept. 17, from 4-5:30 p.m. in the University of Wyoming College of Health Sciences Complex.

Free Bowling for UW Students

September 13, 2012 — University of Wyoming students will be able to bowl for free Friday, Sept. 21, from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. at Laramie Lanes on Third Street.

United Way Campaign Kickoff Sept. 18 at UW

September 12, 2012 — The University of Wyoming’s 2012 United Way campaign will begin Tuesday, Sept. 18, with a campus campaign kickoff at 3 p.m. in the Wyoming Union Family Room.

UW Police Arrest Suspect in Sexual Assault

September 11, 2012 — A tip from a person who’d received an emergency campuswide text message Tuesday led to the arrest of a man suspected of sexual assault.

UW Family Weekend Registration Deadline Sept. 14

September 10, 2012 — Deadline to register for the University of Wyoming’s annual Family Weekend is Friday, Sept. 14.

UW College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Names 2012 Award Recipients

September 10, 2012 — An expert in finding and controlling biothreat agents and a 32-year former faculty member are outstanding alumni award recipients from the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Wyoming.

Dueling Pianos Offers Music and Comedy

September 14, 2012 — Dueling Pianos will perform Saturday, Sept. 22, at 8 p.m. in the University of Wyoming Union Ballroom.

Author Maldonado-Torres to Lead Hispanic Heritage Month Program Monday

September 14, 2012 — Nelson Maldonado-Torres, author of “Against War,” will lecture Monday, Sept. 17, from 4-6 p.m. at the University of Wyoming College of Education auditorium.

Country Music Breakthrough Artist Easton Corbin to Perform at UW Sept. 29

September 13, 2012 — Country music artist Easton Corbin will perform Saturday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m. in the University of Wyoming Arts and Sciences auditorium.

UW Cultural Programs' Concert Series Offers 11 Performances

September 12, 2012 — The Pacifica String Quartet will open the University of Wyoming’s Cultural Programs series at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 21, in the UW Fine Arts concert hall. Tickets cost $17 for students and senior citizens and $20 for the public.

Acclaimed Poet to Read His Work at Night Heron Books Sept. 22

September 12, 2012 — Award-winning poet CAConrad will read from his work at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, at Night Heron Books, located at 107 E. Ivinson St.

UW Ag Student Barbecue Raises Money for Scholarships, Organizations

September 12, 2012 — Proceeds from a barbecue prepared and served by students affiliated with the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources will provide scholarships and fund agriculture college student organizations at the University of Wyoming.

Adventurer Mark Jenkins to Discuss Everest Climb

September 11, 2012 — Author, adventurer and UW faculty member Mark Jenkins will discuss his 2012 expedition to the summit of Mount Everest Tuesday, Sept. 18, at 7 p.m. in the University of Wyoming College of Education auditorium.

Litigation Expert to Present 2012 William D. Griffith Speaker Series

September 11, 2012 — Karen Jo Koonan, an expert on jury selection, will speak as part of the William D. Griffith Series Tuesday, Sept. 18, at 1:20 p.m. in the University of Wyoming Education Building auditorium.

Supreme Court Justice Hill Leads UW Constitution Day Program

September 11, 2012 — Wyoming Supreme Court Justice William Hill will discuss “Selecting Judges under the U.S. and Wyoming Constitutions: A Study in Contrast” Friday, Sept. 14, at 11:30 a.m. in the University of Wyoming American Heritage Center's Wyoming Stock Growers’ Room. His talk is part of UW’s observance of Constitution Day.

E2e Conference at UW Focuses on Energy-Related Topics

September 11, 2012 — Opportunities in the fossil fuels industry and developing successful energy-related businesses are the topics for the second annual e2e conference Sept. 20-21, at the at the University of Wyoming Conference Center inside the Hilton Garden Inn.

UW Trustees Approve Personnel Appointments

September 10, 2012 — The University of Wyoming Board of Trustees approved the following appointments during its September meeting.

UW Trustees Approve Faculty Retirements, Acknowledge Resignations

September 10, 2012 — University of Wyoming trustees approved the following faculty retirements during their business meeting Friday, Sept. 7:

UW Departmental Directory Updates Due

September 10, 2012 — Institutional Communications reminds all University of Wyoming departments that the updates for the University of Wyoming Departmental Directory are due by Friday, Sept. 14.

UW Information Technology Recognizes Excellence

September 10, 2012 — University of Wyoming Information Technology is seeking nominations for its semiannual program to recognize individual excellence in the division.

Campus Construction Update for Week of Sept. 16-22

September 14, 2012 — These are among the construction activities scheduled Sept. 16-22 at the University of Wyoming.

University of Wyoming Calendar for Sept. 17–23

September 14, 2012 — These are among the activities scheduled Sept. 17-23 at the University of Wyoming:

UW in the News

September 10, 2012 — 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 articles where UW is making the news.

UW Rodeo Teams Open Fall Season at CWC

September 12, 2012 — After 30 years as a rodeo coach -- 15 as the head man for the University of Wyoming -- George Howard’s ultimate goal remains the same today: Win a national championship.

Wyoming Business Tips for Sept. 16-Sept. 22

September 10, 2012 — 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.

Northern Rockies Skies for September

August 29, 2012 — A monthly look at the night skies of the northern Rocky Mountains, written by astronomers Ron Canterna, University of Wyoming; Jay Norris, Challis, Idaho Observatory; and Daryl Macomb, Boise State University.

UW Religion Today Column for Week of Sept. 9-15: Political Conventions and Revival Meetings

September 4, 2012 — Americans have just endured two weeks of political conventions with speechifying cheering, waving, interviews and smiles. It is an old-time political event, a gathering designed for the people present rather than the larger TV viewership or an Internet audience. For decades, news people have lamented that the convention is just not made for television, and that the parties' efforts to jazz it up simply emphasize how far it falls short.

2012 Convocation

President Tom Buchanan announced he will retire in 2013
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