The Leapfrog group in Washington D.C. gave Laramie’s Ivinson Memorial Hospital a safety grade of ‘D,’ though many hospital administrators are questioning the legitimacy of the grade. Ivinson Memorial Hospital officials were surprised to hear that the Leapfrog group conducted a safety grade on the hospital without the hospital even completing the paperwork required for…
Governor Matt Mead submitted a fourth budget proposal to the legislature last week, which highlights that Wyoming is fiscally strong and seeks increased funding in a number of areas. Mead’s Supplemental Budget proposal for 2015-2016 rounds to about $156 million with over $25 million focused on local governments. “The supplemental budget recognizes the importance of…
Wyoming Governor Matt Mead voiced his support on Monday for the Wyoming Department of Health’s plan for Medicaid expansion. Mead said in a press conference that, while he is opposed to the Affordable Care Act, he believes the time to act on Medicaid expansion in Wyoming is now. “What I will tell the Legislature is:…
The University of Wyoming’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) received national accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), providing students the ability to become nationally licensed in the field via the national licensing exam. “Now that the doctorate degree is accredited, students in the program will be able to actually get a license…
Individual privacy may soon be a constitutional right in Wyoming. An amendment to the Wyoming Constitution that would provide a right to individual privacy was presented to the state legislature last week. The amendment claims that this right will promote the “well-being of a free society.” Senator Chris Rothfuss, D-Laramie, said “We are trying…
If it is up to one Wyoming law student, many UW students will better understand their constitutional rights on campus. Travis Wagman, a second year UW law student, presented a power point to UW students regarding their rights as students on Wednesday. Wagman’s presentation, “How far is too far?” concerned students’ rights per the First…
Concealed carry of weapons on campus has been considered by ASUW. The initial proceedings have discussed whether the university’s policy should be reconsidered and allow weapons on campus for both staff and students. UW police does not allow weapons on campus unless a student or teacher is being harassed or stalked while on campus grounds….
Unemployment, post-traumatic stress disorder and even homelessness are all issues that U.S. veterans can encounter. Thanks to the Veteran Services Center on UW’s campus, many Laramie veterans can find assistance with these problems among others, as well as an opportunity to communicate with other veterans. Aaron Rousey, an employee for the center, was deployed…
The issue of concealed firearms on campus has been a recent source of controversy at UW, and ASUW recently entered deliberations regarding the issue. ASUW began initial readings of Senate Resolution No. 2441 two weeks ago, which seeks to voice the student opinion regarding concealed weapons. The resolution still has two proceedings left of discussion…
In this year’s election for Wyoming officials, I had the chance to interview Senator Michael Enzi, Republican, and his counterpart Charlie Hardy, Democrat. In both of these interviews, the issues being faced by the candidates had different focuses. Although Hardy’s Democratic stance on issues makes him more appealing to a younger audience, part of his…
Professor Cawley recounted the importance of the Gunpowder Plot through King James of England, who was Protestant instead of Catholic, the religious norm of the day. Remember, remember the fifth of November. An event celebrating the Gunpowder Plot of 1608 took place on campus on Wednesday. The event included the showing of the movie “V…
Democratic candidate Peggy Trent won the race for Albany County Attorney on Tuesday, edging out her Republican opponent Jim Schermetzler. “I believe I bring the experience to office that is needed for high profile cases against criminals,” Trent said. “I am excited for this opportunity and I can’t wait to get started.” Trent said that…
