Nicole Dillon
News InternNicole Dillon was born in Montana, raised in Sheridan, Wy, and currently resides in Laramie to attend the University of Wyoming. She is pursuing a concurrent degree in Communication and Journalism. After graduating this spring, Nicole hopes to teach English abroad before attending graduate school. She has written feature stories for the Sheridan Press in the past, and is eager to broaden her journalism and communication skills at WPM. In her spare time, she loves reading or doing yoga.
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Laramie endured extreme weather events in 2020 and 2021, but researchers have been unable to accurately track small migratory songbirds to see how they are being affected. Recently, researchers from the University of Wyoming began using a new tracking device to learn more about small songbird migration patterns. -
The Native American Education, Research, and Cultural Center (NAERCC) at the University of Wyoming won the National Indigenous Student Support Program Award for 2023. -
Elora Umbach, a Casper high school senior, won the state Poetry Outloud contest and competed in Washington D.C. -
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With the arrival of spring, migratory birds are making their way back to Wyoming. However, climate change and urbanization are affecting some species’ migration patterns. Wyoming Public Radio’s Nicole Dillon spoke with Zach Hutchinson, the Community Science Coordinator with Audubon Rockies, to understand how birds are adjusting to changes in their environment and how Wyominigites can make a difference. -
April is Deaf History Month. The objective is to raise awareness of Deaf and hard-of-hearing people’s struggles and highlight inclusivity and equal opportunities in a hearing society. However, there are no plans to officially observe the month in Wyoming. -
UW celebrates 'UW in Scotland' this week. Events include lectures, exhibitions, a film festival, and a fundraiser. -
Residents of Orr Hall Dormitory at the University of Wyoming were evacuated early Tues. morning, Feb. 14 after a fire was reported in one of the rooms. -
Black Butte High School has a Cultural Exchange Program with Taiwan.
