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Category Archives: University of Wyoming history
Designing the University of Wyoming: Merica Hall
Welcome back to our series exploring the University of Wyoming’s building history. In these posts, we’re digging into the narratives behind UW’s most iconic structures. When UW opened for classes on September 12, 1887, no campus housing was available. Students … Continue reading
Posted in architectural history, Architecture, Campus Heritage, Historic Buildings, Laramie, Student Life, Uncategorized, University of Wyoming history, Wyoming history
Tagged Charles Merica, College of Pharmacy, Merica Hall, Minna Stoner, Nellie Tayloe Ross, On-campus Housing, Peanut Pond, University of Wyoming Campus Evolution, William Dubois, Women's Hall, Wyoming State Federation of Women's Clubs
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Gale Cleven and George Niethammer: The Wyoming Connection in “Masters of the Air”
If you are interested in the history of the Second World War, or interested in aviation, you may have been watching Masters of the Air, a new television series on Apple TV+. A companion to Band of Brothers and The … Continue reading
Posted in Actors, Adaptations, American history, aviation, Biography and profiles, military history, Uncategorized, University of Wyoming history, World War II, Wyoming history
Tagged 100th Bomb Group, Bloody Hundredth, Bomber Pilots, Eighth Air Force, Gale Cleven, George Niethammer, Masters of the Air, Prisoners of War, Stalag Luft III, WWII, WWII Heroes
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Designing the University of Wyoming: Science Hall
As the University of Wyoming’s official archive, the American Heritage Center is continuing our series on UW’s building history. We’re here to share the interesting tales behind some of UW’s treasured structures. UW’s Geology Building is more than just a … Continue reading
Posted in architectural history, Architecture, Uncategorized, University of Wyoming history
Tagged Aven Nelson, Bone Wars, S.H. Knight Geology Building, Samuel H. Knight, Science Hall, University of Wyoming, University of Wyoming Department of Geology & Geophysics, University of Wyoming Geological Museum, University of Wyoming history, Wilbur Knight, William Harlow Reed
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Designing the University of Wyoming: Old Main
Welcome to the first installment in our series exploring the legacy of iconic buildings at the University of Wyoming. In this ongoing collection of posts, we’re taking a walk back through time to tell the stories behind some of UW’s … Continue reading
Posted in Architecture, Campus Heritage, Historical Preservation, Landmark Buildings, Uncategorized, University of Wyoming history
Tagged American Heritage Center Exhibits, Architecture, Building Renovation, Campus Development, Heritage Conservation, Historical Narratives, Old Main, Preservation Efforts, University of Wyoming, University of Wyoming Archives, University of Wyoming history
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Empowering Communities: Exploring the Impact of MEChA at the University of Wyoming
In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, our blog is highlighting the archived collection of the University of Wyoming’s chapter of Movimiento Estudiantil Chicana/o de Aztlán, more commonly known by its acronym MEChA. As an organization, MEChA encourages cultural pride, … Continue reading
Posted in activism, Culture and heritage, Diversity and inclusion, Education and empowerment, Hispanic Heritage Month, Student organizations, Uncategorized, University of Wyoming history, Western history, Wyoming history
Tagged Chicano Student Movement, Cultural Pride, Diversity, MEChA, Student Activism, Student Activities, Student Involvement, Student Leadership, Student Life, University of Wyoming, University of Wyoming history, University of Wyoming students
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Lights, Camera, Activism: Gladys Margaret Crane’s Enduring Cultural Footprint
August 26th marks Women’s Equality Day, and in that spirit, our blog will delve into the papers of Professor Gladys Margaret Crane, a woman of many interests and talents. She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on August 8, 1928. Crane … Continue reading
The Sky is the Limit: The UW Atmospheric Science Department and an Oral History Project
Donald Veal is a name that many University of Wyoming employees and citizens of the state remember. Veal had many “firsts” at UW. He earned the first Ph.D. from the College of Engineering when he completed his Civil Engineering degree … Continue reading
Welcome to the University of Wyoming’s Living Room
The Wyoming Union on the University of Wyoming opened on March 3, 1939, and soon became the “living room of campus,” as described on the Union’s website. The university had expanded greatly since its inception in 1886 with a much … Continue reading
Posted in architectural history, Architecture, Uncategorized, University of Wyoming history, Wyoming history
Tagged Campus Architecture, Campus Development, Historical Buildings, Lynn Fausett, Murals, Public Works Administration, Student Life, University of Wyoming history, University of Wyoming students, William Dubois, Wyoming Union
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