UW National Ambassadors Salt Lake City Group Hosts Family Picnic

On September 19 the Salt Lake City Ambassador Group once again came together during their 2nd Annual Family Picnic. The first picnic, held in July 2005, was a wild success, and, as a result, the group determined an annual gathering of local families would become part of their calendar of events.   Read more

UW National Ambassadors Supports Race for the Cure

The University of  Wyoming National Ambassadors (UWNA) are gearing up for another exciting year of events to reconnect and strengthen UW alumni and friends around the nation.   Read more

National Ambassadors Host Discussion on Homeland Security

National security and biological threats are probably not typical breakfast and lunch table conversation for many people. However, both issues were the topic of a presentation by Dr. Robert Miceli at events hosted recently by the University of Wyoming National Ambassadors in Denver. Dr. Miceli works at the Dugway National Training Facility in Utah and represents UW alumni in the Salt Lake area on the UW National Ambassadors board.   Read more

Chicago UW Alumni Gather for a Football Kick-off Party!

UW alums and friends recently gathered at Dave & Buster’s Restaurant and Bar in downtown Chicago to kick-off the 2005/2006 Cowboy Football Season. Much enthusiasm for the upcoming football season was apparent with all the brown and gold being worn, and a good time was had by all with kids joining in the fun making it a great family affair!   Read more

Welcome to Denver

Students have spent the past four years living comfortably in Laramie, Wyoming, making new friends and earning their degree. Graduation has finally arrived, and now more than 60 percent of these students say adieu to the great state of Wyoming to put their degree in action, leaving family and friends behind.   Read more

UW National Ambassadors Meet for Backyard Fun in Salt Lake City

Nestled amongst thousands of BYU and University of Utah fans, 75 University of Wyoming alumni and friends gathered, proudly wearing their brown and gold in a land of blue and white and red and white. A Wyoming state flag marked the home of Kevin and Becky Potts in the suburbs of Salt Lake City . Guests were greeted with a “howdy” and ushered to the elegant backyard, where grills with burgers and hot dogs awaited. To finish the meal, cake and special Cowboy Joe cookies, handmade by Rosemary Miceli, were a special treat.   Read more

UW National Ambassadors Football Watch Parties Energize Cowboy Fans

In response to alumni requests, the University of Wyoming National Ambassadors recently organized watch parties in Phoenix and Seattle for the nationally televised UW vs. Colorado State game. Over one hundred Pokes fans gathered at Teakwood’s Sports Bar and Grill in Scottsdale, AZ to cheer on their team.   Read more

UW National Ambassadors Group Welcomes Incoming Freshmen

As the buds burst free at the first signs of spring, so we watch the lives transform for the graduating high school seniors in the Denver Metro area. Most are excited for the changes coming in their lives, but there is some component of apprehension as the realization of leaving home draws near. The Denver Ambassador Group, in conjunction with the UW Department of Admissions, is doing its part to ease the students’ transition into college life.   Read more

PSCA Members Already Preparing For Life After College

For graduating seniors, May is a month of anticipation and joy, but can also be a month of some uncertainty when it comes to life after college. One campus organization is addressing that uncertainty. The University of Wyoming President’s Senior Class Ambassadors (PSCA) is a group of outstanding students hand picked by the president to represent the senior class. The PSCA was started in 2001 by President Phil Dubois to give the senior class a direct line of communication to the president’s office and also to provide an opportunity for graduating seniors to meet and network with UW alums from across the country.   Read more

UW National Ambassadors Launch Group in New York

On a chilly, bustling weeknight in February, UW alumni and friends from Manhattan, Connecticut, New Jersey, and Long Island made their way into the center of New York City with one thing in common -- their mutual love for Wyoming and its university.   Read more

UW National Ambassadors Bring Poke Spirit to Colorado

As we see the leaves change to brilliant yellow and feel the crispness in the morning air, it can only mean football season has begun! The thrill and excitement of UW’s head football coach, Joe Glenn, is prevalent not only in the great state of Wyoming but also across the border in Colorado.   Read more

UW National Ambassador Groups Making a Difference

Change can be scary. Remember your first few days away from home, attending college or moving to your first apartment all by yourself? Remember the feeling of uncertainty and wishing you had a friend – just one familiar face – at your side?   Read more