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University of Wyoming

Annual Events

 

Gamma Theta Upsilon hosts several events every year.  Here are some of the highlights.
 

Geography Awareness Week

Geography Awareness Week is held in November every year in conjunction with National Geography Awareness Week (which is sponsored by National Geographic Magazine).  GTU and Geography Club host visiting and local speakers, films and other events throughout the week.

Geography Trivia Bowl

As part of Geography Awareness Week, GTU presents the Geography Trivia Bowl.  The Trivia Bowl is a public event that takes place on Thursday night in The Gardens.  The competition is a test of each team's geographic knowledge.  Teams of three people may enter the bowl.

Fall Picnic

Along with the Geography Department, GTU sponsors a picnic every fall.  All are invited to join in the celebration!

Geography Bee

Every April, GTU helps the Wyoming Geographic Alliance (WGA) in hosting the National Geography Bee for kids.  this usually takes place on the UW Campus.  More information can be found on the WGA homepage.

Earth Day/Week

Almost every year, GTU plans events that celebrate Earth Day or Earth Week. In recent years GTU has hosted a cleanup of a local greenspace.

Spring/Graduation Picnic

Each Spring, GTU and the Department also put on a spring picnic.  The picnic is usually held in late April or early May to celebrate spring and present outstanding graduates  with any awards they received.