UW in the News

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 coverage:

In a Marketplace article about proposals to either tax windfall profits of oil companies or pause the federal gas tax for consumers, UW economist Rob Godby points out that eliminating the gas tax for even four months would result in a loss of as much of $11 billion in revenue -- worsening the federal budget deficit.

In an Inside Climate News article about research showing changing precipitation concentrations over Wyoming and Colorado, UW Professor Bryan Shuman -- who was not involved in the study -- says the dynamics outlined in the paper paint a sobering picture for the West's climate.

New research led by UW showing how wildlife move amid residential development was highlighted by High Country News. Associate Professor Jerod Merkle and a team of scientists examined the issue in the Cody and Jackson areas.

In a Cowboy State Daily article about how a former Casper resident still feels guilt regarding the murder of two friends 53 years ago, UW Professor Matt Gray says the woman's struggle is a common response for those associated with trauma and can "complicate healing."

In another Cowboy State Daily article about a UFO sighting in Wyoming 35 years ago, UW Planetarium coordinator Max Gilbraith says that, because Wyoming is sparsely populated with less light pollution than other states, more "celestial phenomena" may be noticeable and witnessed than elsewhere in the nation.

Your Wyoming Link and the Laramie Boomerang were among the outlets covering aspects of UW's spring commencement.

Cowboy State Daily and Wyoming Public Media featured former longtime Wyoming Public Radio News Director Bob Beck, who was one of UW's honorary degree recipients over the weekend.

The Boomerang and the Hays (Kan.) Post published UW's release about the student-led SparkTank initiative awarding more than $186,000 to four local nonprofit organizations.

The Powell Tribune published UW's release about a new university resource to help Wyoming communities identify and implement sustainable funding strategies for recreation infrastructure.