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U.S. Supreme Court Justice to Speak at UW
October 16, 2012 — U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia will speak to students and the public at the University of Wyoming Thursday, Oct. 25.
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UW Student to Help Researchers Map Hydrology of Colorado River Basin
October 15, 2012 — This past summer, Nels Frazier taught computational science concepts to high school and middle school students around the state. This fall, the University of Wyoming fifth-year undergraduate from LaGrange will receive some supercomputing education of his own.
UW Breaks Ground on Marian H. Rochelle Gateway Center
October 12, 2012 — The University of Wyoming broke ground Saturday on the Marian H. Rochelle Gateway Center, a dramatic state-of-the-art welcoming center that, among other things, will launch students into successful lives through recruiting and networking opportunities.
Supercomputer Opening Caps Years of Effort
October 12, 2012 — It began with laying hundreds of miles of fiber-optic cable, much of it buried under the ground along stretches of interstate that traverse the mountains and plains of Wyoming. Next week, the state’s evolution from primarily pulling minerals out of the ground to a sky’s-the-limit outlook for supercomputing will be complete.
$6 Million McMurry Gift Supports Gateway Center
October 10, 2012 — Philanthropists and entrepreneurs Mick and Susie McMurry have contributed a $6 million leadership gift toward the University of Wyoming’s Marian H. Rochelle Gateway Center. The gift was announced at a special luncheon today (Wednesday).
UW Board of Trustees Adopts Presidential Search Process
October 12, 2012 — The search for the next president of the University of Wyoming will involve representatives of a cross section of the campus and constituents from across the state, the UW Board of Trustees decided Friday.
UW Student’s Innovation Wins Him a Trip to Supercomputing 12 Conference in Salt Lake City
October 11, 2012 — Jared Baker is going to Disneyland. Well, at least the equivalent of it in the high-performance computing world.
UW’s Buchanan Contributes to Report on Intercollegiate Athletics
October 10, 2012 — University of Wyoming President Tom Buchanan was part of a national advisory group that helped produce a new report calling for enhanced board oversight of college athletics.
UW Fall Enrollment Hits New High
October 8, 2012 — Fall enrollment at the University of Wyoming has exceeded 13,000 students and should approach 14,000 by the end of the semester, UW officials say.
Sullivan Plaza Dedicated
October 3, 2012 — An iconic Wyoming family was honored Friday, Oct. 5, by the dedication of a landscaped plaza bordering Prexy’s Pasture at the University of Wyoming.
Opening and Dedication of NWSC Supercomputing Facility Scheduled Oct. 15
October 2, 2012 — A celebration is scheduled Monday, Oct. 15.
NWSC Visitor Center Designed to Educate and Inspire Public about Science
October 2, 2012 — A simulated mini-tornado, various short videos depicting everything from wind to wildfire simulations, and a number of interactive touch-screen kiosks will make their debut and help the science come alive when the NCAR-Wyoming Supercomputing Center (NWSC) is ceremonially opened Oct. 15 by an invite-only delegation composed of the many partners behind its construction.
UW Libraries Seek Membership into Greater Western Library Alliance
October 2, 2012 — Representatives of the Greater Western Library Alliance (GWLA) liked what they saw during a recent University of Wyoming Libraries on-site visit.
UW Hires Professor to Lead Biodiversity Institute
October 1, 2012 — Wyoming is one of the last great natural places in the world, says the first director of the University of Wyoming’s new Biodiversity Institute.
Campus Announcements
Follow UW Professor Ken Sims on His Antarctica Adventure
October 16, 2012 — You can follow Ken Sims as he explores Mount Erebus in Antarctica. And, no, you won’t have to rappel after him down the inside of a volcano. You can just click a mouse to get in on the action.
DelaCastro Named UW Human Resources Director
October 15, 2012 — Richard DelaCastro, a consultant with more than 25 years of experience in the profession, has been named director of the University of Wyoming Department of Human Resources effective Oct. 29. He has served as interim director since July.
UW Seeks Honorary Degree Nominations
October 12, 2012 — Nominations for 2013 University of Wyoming honorary degrees are due to the President's Office by Monday, Nov. 5.
‘Business Fitness Program’ Webinar Offered to Wyoming Businesses Owners
October 10, 2012 — A “Business Fitness Program,” webinar series to strengthen Wyoming businesses will begin Monday, Oct. 15.
Discussion Panel on China-U.S. Relations Tours Wyoming Colleges
October 10, 2012 — “Understanding the China-U.S. Challenge: Globalization, Economic Development, and a Future of Shared Dependence” will be the topic of panel discussions scheduled in Laramie, Rock Springs, Casper and Torrington.
UW Extension Vehicle Will Run on Compressed Natural Gas, Gasoline
October 10, 2012 — University of Wyoming Extension has received a $13,000 grant from Encana Oil & Gas (USA) Inc. to convert a 2012 Ford F-150 to a bi-fuel vehicle, which uses compressed natural gas (CNG) or gasoline.
UW Multicultural Resource Center Art Exhibition Features Diverse Perspectives
October 10, 2012 — A recently dedicated space within the University of Wyoming Multicultural Resource Center (MRC) will feature artwork by UW students, staff and faculty and will provide an additional place on campus to show works that represent diverse perspectives.
UW Lab School Yearbooks Accessible Online
October 10, 2012 — The Tassakooma and Yearling yearbooks from the University of Wyoming Lab School covering the 1920s, part of the 1930s, and 1953-1964 are now available online.
Events
Musical Trio Time for Three Performs at UW
October 16, 2012 — The classically trained garage band Time for Three performs Friday, Oct. 26, at 7:30 p.m. in the University of Wyoming Fine Arts concert hall.
UW Eminent Artist Series Features Art Discussion and Gallery Tour with Scenic Artist John Ezell
October 11, 2012 — Scenic artist John Ezell will discuss his work and lead a gallery walkthrough during activities scheduled Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 15-16, at the University of Wyoming.
Teton Gravity Research’s Newest Film “Dream Factory” Shows Oct. 17
October 10, 2012 — The Teton Gravity Research film “Dream Factory” will be shown Wednesday, Oct. 17, at 8 p.m. in the University of Wyoming Arts and Sciences auditorium. Admission is free.
This Week at UW
UW Homecoming Parade Winners Announced
October 16, 2012 — Retail Dining Services received the Grand Award for the most outstanding float in the 2012 University of Wyoming Homecoming parade. The parade, with the theme, "On This Land We Put Our Brand, 125 Years of Excellence, Pride and Tradition" featured more than 70 entries.
UW Service Learning Project in Kenya Topic of Oct. 24 Meeting
October 15, 2012 — Information about a University of Wyoming service learning project in Kenya next summer will be explained during a free meeting Wednesday, Oct. 24, at 3 p.m. in the Wyoming Union East Ballroom.
Wyoming Health Fair Blood Screenings Thursday and Friday
October 15, 2012 — Information about a University of Wyoming service learning project in Kenya next summer will be explained during a free meeting Wednesday, Oct. 24, at 3 p.m. in the Wyoming Union East Ballroom.
UW Encourages Employees to Serve on Staff Senate
October 1, 2012 — At a time when the University of Wyoming is tightening its belt and employees are absorbing additional tasks, UW Staff Senate President Ben Marks understands the need to focus more than ever on effectively and efficiently performing core job duties.
Campus Construction Update for Week of Oct. 14-20
October 12, 2012 — These are among the construction activities scheduled Oct. 14-20 at the University of Wyoming.
University of Wyoming Calendar for Oct. 15 – 21
October 12, 2012 — These are among the activities scheduled Oct. 15-21 at the University of Wyoming:
UW in the News
October 15, 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.
Students in the News
Tunisian Student First to Receive Scholarship through New UW Program
October 16, 2012 — Mhamed Samet came from Tunisia to Wyoming to swim.
UW Students Chosen for 2012 UW Gold Recognition
October 12, 2012 — Six University of Wyoming students on Thursday were named UW Gold winners for 2012.
Club Sports
UW Teams Close Fall Rodeo Season on a Roll
October 16, 2012 — The spring rodeo season can’t come soon enough for Rodeo Coach George Howard and both his University of Wyoming teams.
Feature Columns
Wyoming Business Tips for Oct. 21-Oct. 27
October 15, 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 October
September 26, 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 Oct. 14-20: Pay to Pray, or, the Dangers of Church-State Entanglement
October 9, 2012 — When you are sitting in church and the offering plate is passed, do you feel uncomfortable? Does the social pressure of your neighbors watching impel you to put in more than you planned? How do you handle the stares of those near you when you put in nothing?
High Tech on the High Plains
High Tech on the High Plains
October 8, 2012 — The scope and depth of research at the University of Wyoming will reach unprecedented levels with the opening of the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR)-Wyoming Supercomputing Center (NWSC).
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