Names & notes
Winter Bridges planned at NCHS
During the holiday break, certified NCHS tutors/teachers will be working with high school students in Winter Bridges to recapture credit lost during the first semester at NCHS.
Students must receive a recommendation from their core content teacher to participate. Those who complete the work successfully will have their failing grades changed to passing later in January.
Students who are recommended will receive a letter to take home to their parents; parents will also receive notification by mail in late December.
The dates for Winter Bridges are Jan. 2-4 and 7-8.
Sessions are scheduled from 8 a.m. to noon and from 1-4 p.m. Students will attend on a “drop in” basis; however, no food services will be available.
For more information, contact the school at 233-1502.
UW announces fall commencement
Fall commencement ceremonies at the University of Wyoming will be held Friday and Saturday, Dec. 7-8.
On Dec. 7, the multicultural graduation celebration will be at 4 p.m. in the Wyoming Union West Ballroom. At 6:30 p.m., the College of Arts and Sciences program, along with ceremonies for College of Agriculture graduates, will be held in the A&S auditorium.
At the same time, the College of Engineering will hold its program in the UW Fine Arts Center concert hall.
At 10 a.m. Dec. 8, the College of Business will hold its ceremonies in the A&S auditorium; the College of Health Sciences program will be held in the UW Fine Arts Center concert hall; and the College of Education will hold its fall commencement ceremonies in the Wyoming Union Yellowstone Ballroom.
Air Force and Army ROTC commissioning ceremonies will be held Friday, Dec. 14, at 5 p.m. in the Fine Arts Center concert hall.
Applications being accepted for UW license plates
Applications are available at the county treasurer's offices throughout the state for a new University of Wyoming license plate.
The forms and instructions also are available on the UW Alumni Association Web site at www.wyoalumni.com.
The plates are being sold now, and may be displayed starting Jan. 1. Individuals do not need to wait until their old plates expire to begin displaying the new ones, which are good for 10 years.
The new plate, approved by the 2007 Wyoming State Legislature and by the UW Board of Trustees, features the traditional bucking horse logo.
It also has a brown background and gold numbers and "University of Wyoming" letters.
Thee fees will be used exclusively to support student assistance programs.
The plates cost $130, in addition to regular licensing charges, with $100 going to the university for scholarships and $30 to the Wyoming Department of Transportation.
UW will provide WYDOT with a certificate of eligibility.
According to State Rep. Jim Slater of Albany County, a sponsor of the legislation, "This plate provides a wonderful opportunity for people to show pride and support for the university.
"Just as important, we are proud of the fact that all of the proceeds from the sale of these plates will help support student scholarships and financial assistance programs."
Call 307-766-4166 for more information.
Casper student gets Cheney Study Abroad Grant
Janet Yeager of Casper is among nine University of Wyoming students who have been awarded the first-ever Dick and Lynne Cheney Study Abroad Grants.
Yeager plans to study in Armidale, Australia.
To be eligible for this competitive award, students must have a cumulative 3.0 grade point average, be of at least sophomore standing and submit an essay detailing their study abroad plans for the spring 2008 semester.
The grants range in value from $750 to $2,500 and are intended to facilitate international study among UW students.
Barrasso offering in-state internships
U.S. Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., currently is accepting applications for an in-state internship pilot program for spring 2008.
The program, which lasts four months, is designed to give Wyoming’s youth an insider’s look into the workings of the United States government.
“I am pleased to offer the Wyoming delegation’s first in-state internship,” Barrasso said. “This program is designed to allow students to live in Wyoming while they work in my office. I encourage all Wyoming students interested in this unique opportunity to apply.”
Interns have a wide range of responsibilities, including research, attending local events with Barrasso and other office duties.
Interns will be selected to work in Barrasso’s Casper or Cheyenne offices.
Part-time positions are available and the senator’s state offices will work out a schedule to fit around students’ classes.
Interns receive a monthly stipend and are responsible for their living expenses. The dates for the spring session are Jan. 7 through May 16.
Applicants are typically residents of Wyoming, in college, and are 21 years of age or older.
School credit may be obtained if university or college requirements are met.
Candidates should apply online Sen. Barrasso’s Web site by choosing the "Students" tab on the left and then clicking on "Intern Program.”
Applications should be mailed to 2201 Federal Building, Casper, WY 82601. The application deadline is Friday, Dec. 14.
For more information, contact Katharine Kunz at 261-6413.