LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 7 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Ed Seidel Members of the public will find out more about the University of Wyoming's presence in Washakie County, and UW alumni will connect with their alma mater during a "UW in Your Community" gathering Monday, Oct. 21, in Worland. The public is invited to the event from 5-7 p.m. at the Washakie Museum and Cultural Center. Free appetizers will be served, and a cash bar will be available. UW President more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 8 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: The University of Wyoming Art Museum will host a reception from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, for the "ACSD1 Premier Show," featuring a display of student artwork from the 2023-24 academic year. The program is a partnership with the Albany County School District. The student artwork is on display in the UW Art Museum through Thursday, Oct. 31. The free public event will take place in the Art Museum's resour more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 11 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: "Finding Common Ground" is the theme of the annual Shepard Symposium on Social Justice Monday-Friday, Oct. 14-18, at the University of Wyoming. The program marks the 26th anniversary memorial of UW student Matthew Shepard, who was murdered in 1998. The Shepard Symposium has grown from a local grassroots event to an internationally recognized conference. Originally named "The Symposium for the Eradication  more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 7 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: President Ed Seidel has appointed Tami Benham-Deal as acting provost until an interim provost is installed. As acting provost, Benham-Deal will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Office of Academic Affairs, including contract approvals, faculty personnel appointments and various committee representation. "As this past week progressed, it became clear to me that we needed someone who can make decisio more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 8 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: "Cheetah Conservation Through Collaboration: A Call to Action" is the topic of a University of Wyoming Global Engagement Office talk Thursday, Oct. 17. Laurie Marker, Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF) founder and executive director, will give her free public talk at 4 p.m. in Room 138 of the Berry Biodiversity Conservation Center. A reception and fundraiser for the conservation fund will follow in the Berry  more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 10 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Educational events are scheduled at the University of Wyoming this month to mark Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic Violence Awareness Month is an opportunity to learn, engage and unite in preventing dating and domestic violence and to support survivors. As part of its commitment to create a safe and inclusive community, the Sexual Misconduct Response Team invites the UW campus community to explo more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 10 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: John Leshy John Leshy, former solicitor of the U.S. Department of Interior and author of "Our Common Ground: A History of America's Public Lands," will be the final speaker Friday, Oct. 18, for Law Week 2024 at the University of Wyoming. Known for his expertise in natural resources law, including public lands and water law, Leshy is the Emeritus Harry D. Sunderland and Distinguished Professor of Real  more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 9 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Andy Nevala The University of Wyoming Department of Music's Jazz Studies program will present the Andy Nevala Quartet with the Wyoming Jazz Ensemble at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall. Tickets are $14 for the public, $10 for senior citizens and $6 for students. A nominal processing fee will be charged for each ticket. To purchase tickets, visit th more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 10 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: In a practice run at this summer's North American Enduro Cup, professional enduro racer Fiona Dougherty races down a mountain on her bike in this photo taken by UW 2024 Larsh Bristol Photojournalism Fellowship recipient Forrest Cole, of Wheatland. Dougherty competed in the professional enduro race held at Silver Mountain Bike Park outside of Kellogg, Idaho. This marks the second year the Marauders, led by more PR

DENVER, Colorado, Oct. 12 -- Regis University issued the following news release: In a groundbreaking move to expand access to higher education, Regis University proudly announces "The Road to Regis" - a new initiative offering full tuition for up to four years to eligible students in Colorado, Arizona, Kansas, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Utah and Wyoming. Launching in fall 2025, this program is one of the first of its kind in Colorado to extend beyond state borders, reinforcing Regis' commi more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 8 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: "American Portraits" is the next University of Wyoming Department of Music Faculty Recital Series program at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts recital hall. The free public performance will feature UW faculty members Nicole Riner, flute, and Jiwon Han, piano. Just as America itself weaves together so many diverse people and their cultures, the latest recital progr more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 7 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: As part of the University of Wyoming's efforts to achieve its strategic plan, President Ed Seidel has launched an initiative aimed at promoting institutional excellence. The President's Distinguished Scholars Program seeks to recognize outstanding scholarship among faculty in all academic disciplines. Deans and directors of colleges and schools are invited to apply for funding as part of recruitment or ret more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 7 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Steamboat Cinema, a curated movie streaming service, is now available to all University of Wyoming students, offering access to hundreds of movies and television programs. Hosted through Residence Life's section on the UW website, the platform enables students to enjoy a wide selection of films, including blockbusters, indie films and documentaries from their residence halls or common areas. "This year, R more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 11 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Theresa Bogard The University of Wyoming Department of Music Faculty Recital Series presents "Saudades Do Brasil," featuring UW Professor Theresa Bogard, piano, at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20, in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts recital hall. The recital is free and open to the public. The program will feature music for piano by Brazilian composers, including "Valsa de Esquina" No. 2 in B minor  more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 9 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Tom Musselman Even though he has been the University of Wyoming's School of Computing office associate for just one year, Tom Musselman has made quite the impression on his colleagues. The consensus among Musselman's co-workers is that everyone who meets with him leaves with a very good impression. For that, he recently was selected as the recipient of the UW Staff Employee of the Second Quarter Award.  more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 11 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: UW student Aleah Russell, left, works with UW Lab School student Yaseena Basitkhan as part of an agriculture education course. (Rosemary McBride Photo) University of Wyoming secondary education students are gaining hands-on experience working with middle school students in Laramie as part of an "Agriculture Education Methods" class. The class, taught by Rosemary McBride, an assistant lecturer in UW's S more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 11 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: The University of Wyoming is planning a collaborative hiring activity with Wyoming state government, aimed at connecting current students with valuable internship opportunities and showcasing rewarding careers within state government. This effort underscores the commitment of both institutions to retain talented UW graduates within the state, filling key roles in various state departments and agencies. T more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 8 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Small-business owners will have the opportunity to learn how to create a winning government contracting business proposal Tuesday, Oct. 22, and Thursday, Oct. 24. Eileen Kent will lead a two-part APEX Accelerator and Wyoming Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network webinar titled "Building Blocks of a Winning Proposal" 9-11 a.m. both days. To register, go here. Registration cost is $89. The two-par more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 9 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Small-business owners will have the opportunity to learn how to make the most of government contracting network events Tuesday, Oct. 15. Janean Forsyth will discuss the subject during a Wyoming APEX Accelerator webinar titled "Making the Most of Government Contracting Networks" from noon-1 p.m. To register, go here. Registration is free. The event is co-sponsored by the Wyoming District Office of the U.S.  more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 10 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Small-business owners will have an opportunity to learn about sources sought opportunities with federal contractors Thursday, Oct. 17. Janean Forsyth will discuss the subject during a Wyoming APEX Accelerator "Lunch and Learn" webinar titled "Responding to Sources Sought Opportunities" from noon-1 p.m. To register, go here. Registration is free. The webinar is presented in partnership with the U.S. Small  more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 7 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: The Wyoming Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network recognizes National Cybersecurity Awareness Month during October by looking at how small businesses are impacted by cyber threats and offering tips on how small-business owners can increase their security online. "The sad fact is that all small businesses face increasing threats from cyberattacks. Larger organizations often have expert informatio more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 10 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Small-business owners who run their companies on cell phones can learn about the ways hackers can take over their phones and what businesses can do to keep them out Thursday, Oct. 17. Paul Johnson, Jim Drever, Ian Moon and Kaeden Adams will lead a Wyoming Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network webinar titled "Protecting Your Phone From Cyber Criminals" from noon-12:30 p.m. To register, go here.  more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 8 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: The Wyoming Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network will receive a $200,000 Federal and State Technology (FAST) grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration. FAST's objective is to improve outcomes for underserved communities by increasing participation from woman-owned, rural-based, or socially or economically disadvantaged small businesses through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBI more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 11 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: The University of Wyoming Chamber Orchestra will be in concert at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20, in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall. (Beth Vanderborgh Photo) The University of Wyoming Chamber Orchestra will open its fall season at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20, at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall. Tickets are $14 for the public, $11 for senior citiz more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 8 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: The University of Wyoming College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources will recognize exceptional alumni, valued partners and generous supporters of the college at the annual dean's banquet in Laramie Friday, Oct. 11. The event is in conjunction with Agriculture Appreciation Weekend, a yearly celebration of UW's connection to the agricultural community. This year's award recipients are outst more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 9 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Nominations for 2025 University of Wyoming honorary degrees are due to the Office of the President by Friday, Nov. 1. UW alumni, current or former trustees, faculty, staff and students all are eligible to submit written nominations for honorary degrees to be presented in the spring. Submissions are referred to the Joint Honorary Degree and Awards Committee, which will forward recommendations to the full Bo more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 11 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Ethan Drewes A University of Wyoming College of Law student has been selected for the editorial board of the Harvard Journal of Law and Public Policy (HJLPP) Annual Federalist Society National Student Symposium Issue. Ethan Drewes, of Longmont, Colo., is the third UW student to be selected for the board. HJLPP is one of 15 scholarly journals at Harvard Law School and is published three times a year by more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 11 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: The Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium's "Dome After Dark: Dance and Create" concert event will fit the Halloween season with a "Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)" edition from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26. The concert will be paired with a curated craft activity in the SciDIY Makerspace, located in the basement of the Physical Sciences Building. (UW Planetarium Photo) The Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium's more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 9 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: A UW research project aims to understand how trout fisheries in the Intermountain West are impacted by climate change and how stakeholders and managers are reacting to these changes. (UW Photo) A University of Wyoming professor has received a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to study how projected environmental changes over the next four decades will impact trout fisheries in the Intermountain Wes more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 11 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Applied computing and data science talent is in high demand in today's job market, and the University of Wyoming School of Computing is building degree programs that will prepare UW students for these fast-paced roles of the future. The School of Computing is seeking feedback on the program design to ensure programs meet both student and employer expectations. Two informational sessions to discuss the de more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 8 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: The University of Wyoming School of Energy Resources (SER) will host an Energy Roadshow presentation in Casper Tuesday, Oct. 15. The meeting will be from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Natrona County UW Extension Office and Agriculture Resource Learning Center, located at 2011 Fairgrounds Road. The event is free and open to the public; pizza and refreshments will be provided. This is the second in a SER-sponsored  more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 10 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: A blockchain company has entered into an agreement with the University of Wyoming to investigate ways to securely monitor foreign ownership of sensitive U.S. land and critical infrastructure, while protecting the privacy of American landowners. Balcony, a company using blockchain to secure government real estate records, is working with the UW Center for Blockchain and Digital Innovation (CBDI) to develop more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 7 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: As part of its "Challenges to Democracy" lecture series, the University of Wyoming School of Politics, Public Affairs and International Studies will host its third lecture at UW, "From Paper to Pixels: The Evolution and the Future of Voting," Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 4:30 p.m. in the Wyoming Union Family Room. The lecture features Commissioner Thomas Hicks of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) and w more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 9 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Ellen Currano, a professor in the University of Wyoming's Department of Botany and Department of Geology and Geophysics, was recently named a Fellow by the Paleontological Society. Here, Currano poses with her daughter, Diana, with a plant fossil in the background. (Gregg Randolph Photo) Ellen Currano, a professor in the University of Wyoming's Department of Botany and Department of Geology and Geophysic more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 11 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Hourly and permitted parking locations will be adjusted in the Ivinson Parking Garage at the University of Wyoming beginning Monday, October 14. The hourly parking that is currently located on the first floor will relocate to the third floor, at the south end of the facility. Hourly parking spaces are marked with a ParkMobile sign; areas without a ParkMobile sign are permitted parking only. Pay kiosks fo more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 7 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Todd Allen The University of Wyoming School of Energy Resources (SER) and the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences will celebrate the 11th annual Energy Day in partnership with Wyoming Sports Properties at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, when the Cowboys take on San Diego State University at War Memorial Stadium. To recognize Wyoming's energy sector and to share some of the accomplishments in energ more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 9 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: UW students stroll in downtown Laramie during Laramie Jubilee Days. A website called TheTravel has put Laramie at the top of its list of the "10 Best College Towns in America in 2024" after looking at several factors, including campus offerings, vibrant downtown areas, a strong sense of community and outdoor recreation. (UW Photo) Once again, Laramie and the University of Wyoming have ranked highly on a  more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 11 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: A sage grouse and a free-roaming horse are seen in the Adobe Town wild horse herd management area of south-central Wyoming. Newly published research shows that, when wild horse populations are allowed to grow beyond numbers set by the Bureau of Land Management, sage grouse numbers suffer. (Jacob Hennig Photo) When wild horse populations are allowed to grow beyond numbers set by the Bureau of Land Manage more PR

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 7 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: University of Wyoming President Ed Seidel is featured in a recent Wyoming Business Alliance "Business from the Basement" podcast. Seidel is interviewed by Wyoming Business Alliance President Renny MacKay. The two discuss Seidel's background, what he has been working on at UW and things he is excited about when he looks at the future of education in Wyoming. He also shares lessons on leadership, partnership more PR