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Latest Stories
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Lawmakers have sought to eradicate gender studies at UW for years. But university officials said the degree's elimination did not stem from conservative pushback on gender studies.
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Researchers found Wyomingites are split on why the climate is changing, but most want to see action to prepare for changes. This comes at a time when some state politicians have denied climate science.
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Both the U.S. District Court of Wyoming and a federal appeals court have dismissed the 2023 suit. The plaintiffs have 30 days to refile as of May 9.
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State law now forbids instructors from "promoting" "institutional discrimination." UW says its instructors already don't. Instructors say the law is based on a misunderstanding.
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Abdalrahim Abuwarda’s family has made a life in Laramie, where he and his wife are attending UW. He told WPR he’s “terrified” at the prospect of losing their newfound stability.
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International students at the University of Wyoming face an uncertain future as the federal government continues its crackdown on immigration.
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As part of the university's regular annual review process, five degree programs are on the chopping block, including African and Diaspora Studies.
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The Department of Homeland Security restored hundreds of student visa records last week but said it’s not reversing course.
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Turning Point USA Founder Charlie Kirk will address the UW campus as part of his "American Comeback" Tour.
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The school will serve departments and disciplines across campus.
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Faculty objected to the abrupt removal of a popular dean and other big decisions they say were made under a "shroud of secrecy."
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If shoppers switched 5% of their grocery budgets to local foods, it could add more than $36 million to the state’s GDP.