University of Wyoming students wore pink to welcome actor and comedian Daniel Franzese, who plays Damian in the 2004 film “Mean Girls.” On April 19, 2024, Franzese visited the Wyoming Union for an event hosted by 7220 Entertainment. At the event, students were able to watch the original “Mean Girls” movie and listen to commentary…
Chick-fil-A is the newest addition to campus and is bringing more than just long lines and new smells. On Thursday, March 21, 2024, the University of Wyoming opened its newest restaurant on campus and the third of its kind in the state (second to remain open), Chick-fil-A. One of the goals of the restaurant is…
On Friday evenings, one room in the basement of the College of Business building is dark, save for flashes of color from the projector screens and music that escapes into the hall. The Anime Club at the University of Wyoming meets twice a week, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Mondays and Fridays, to…
The Japanese Conversation Club of the University of Wyoming hosted professional koto, shamisen and shakuhachi players for a Friday evening performance on March 1. Naoko and Kanshin, professionally trained players of the traditional Japanese instruments brought a taste of Japanese culture to the high plains of Laramie with help from fellow performer Ayako Ohara. Before…
The Chinese New Year celebration holds much historical, cultural, and symbolic importance in the Chinese tradition. Also known as a Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, this annual event marks the beginning of the lunar calendar and is deeply ingrained in Chinese culture. This cultural demonstration is not confined to the streets of major metropolitan…
This year’s Lunar New Year will be celebrated by many international students and families through events being presented by Associated Students Interested in China (ASIC) and other international clubs at the university. The Lunar New Year began February 10 and is celebrated for weeks in most of Southeast Asia and throughout the Asian community. The…
Esports has gained high popularity as a competitive activity and has been recognized for its appeal and benefits and as a club sport at the University of Wyoming (UW) campus. The club brings the teams into competitive games and hosts gaming competitions as well. Their club has a competitive aspect, but as a whole, it…
