Monday, January 29, 2007
TICKETS FOR ARTURO SANDOVAL STILL AVAILABLE
IAJE Allstate Jazz Band to open for Latin jazz great

Nearly half of the tickets for the Arturo Sandoval concert have been sold, according to Deanna Dyer, fine arts academic assistant. The concert is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m.

Sandoval and his six-member band are the headline act for the 40th Annual Kinser Jazz Festival February 6 and 7. “We are incredibly excited to be bringing a musician of Arturo Sandoval’s talent to the state of Wyoming,” says Robert Kleinschmidt, jazz festival co-director. “This year’s jazz festival will have a real Latin flavor to it.

In addition to Sandoval, the concert will open with the 2007 Wyoming International Association of Jazz Educators (IAJE) Allstate Jazz Band. “These are a very talented group of young musicians selected by audition from the state’s 7th through 12th grade musicians. Each student had to send in a tape of himself or herself playing pre-selected pieces that they had to learn,” says Kleinschmidt.

The students will have a brief time to rehearse with this year’s IAJE Allstate Jazz Band director, Victor Lopez. Lopez is a highly acclaimed composer, arranger, and adjudicator from Miami. In addition to his many talents, Lopez was the lead trumpet player from 1981 to 1987 for Miami Sound Machine, one of the most successful Latin crossover bands of the 80’s. Eventually the group became known as Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine.

Students selected for this year’s IAJE Allstate Jazz Band include: Scott Kitchen (Powell) and Rex Amend (Riverton) on alto saxophone; Erik Olson (Powell) and Michael Hanich (Cody) on tenor saxophone; Dieter Noesner (Cody) on baritone saxophone; Andy Mrozinsky and Aaron Peterman (both of Cody), Brian Bull (Douglas) and Ian Henry (Sheridan) all on trumpet; Spencer Nelson (Cody), Trevor Terry (Buffalo), Joshua March (Green River) and Donavan Nussbaum (Rock Springs) all on trombone; Kirk Stonecipher (Riverton) on drums; Dasom Kim (Laramie) on piano; Travis Smith (Riverton) on bass; Garry Wood (Saratoga) on guitar; and Max Rea, Matt Doctor and Ryan Wykert (all from Casper) on Latin percussion.

The 7:30 p.m. concert will be held in the John F. Welsh Auditorium at Natrona County High School. Tickets are $15 each and can be purchased by calling 268-2021, toll free at 800-442-2963, ext. 2021 or online at www.caspercollege.edu. Visa, MasterCard and Discover are accepted.

Monday, January 29, 2007
IMMIGRATION LAW BASICS TO BE DISCUSSED AT CASPER COLLEGE

An in-service session entitled “Immigration Law Basics” will be offered at Casper College on Wednesday, Feb. 7 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Casper immigration attorney Jon Huss will teach the free in-service session. Huss will discuss types of visas, the application process for family and employment based visas, the adjustment of status process for green cards, and enforcement and deportation issues.

According to Lisa Mixer, ABE/GED co-director and tutor coordinator, a question and answer session will follow Huss’s presentation.

The free in-service session is open to the public and will be held in the Werner Technical Center, Room 115 on the Casper College campus.

The Casper College ABE/GED Center and Literacy Volunteers of Casper will host “Immigration Law Basics.”

For more information, contact Mixer at 268-2453 or log onto www.caspercollege.edu.

Wednesday, January 24, 2007
CASPER COLLEGE TO HOST TRADES AND TECHNOLOGY CAREER FAIR

The Casper College McMurry Career Studies Center will be the site for a trades and technology career fair on Thursday, Feb. 8 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

According to Wesley Bertagnole, Casper College Career Center technician, the event is open to everyone. “These industrial companies are not only interested in hiring people from the trades and technology areas, but are also hiring in a wide variety of areas including sales, communications, business and professional, computer programming, accounting, and environmental, as well as many other areas,” says Bertagnole.

“This is a great chance to make a personal contact with businesses throughout the state of Wyoming,” he says.

Businesses currently registered to appear at the fair include:

•  Automation Electronics, Casper, WY
•  Bureau of Land Management Fire Management, Casper, WY
•  Carpenters Local Union, Casper, WY
• Casper Fire EMS, Casper, WY
• Communication Systems Inc., Casper, WY
• Compression Leasing Services Inc., Casper, WY
• Hanover, Mills, WY
• High Country Fabrication Inc., Casper, WY
• J.W. Williams Inc., Casper, WY
• Key Energy Services, Casper, WY
• L & H Industrial, Gillette, WY
• McMurry Training Center, Casper, WY
• Patterson UTI Drilling, Casper, WY
• Reiman Corp., Cheyenne, WY
• Rocky Mountain Fire Systems Inc., Casper, WY
• Schlumberger, Greenwood Village, CO
• Sheet Metal Workers Local 103, Casper, WY
• Teton Homes, Casper, WY
• TIC The Industrial Company, Casper, WY
• Union Pacific Railroad, San Antonio, TX
• U.S. Government-Transportation Security Administration, Casper, WY
• WOTCO, Mills, WY
• Wyoming Electrical JATC, Casper, WY
• Wyoming Machinery Co., Casper, WY

For more information contact Bertagnole at 268-2392 toll free at 800-442-2963, ext. 2392 or log onto http://www.caspercollege.edu/students/cost/jobs/tradescareerfair.html.

Friday, January 26, 2007
PUBLIC INVITED TO ATTEND BIG BAND JAM SESSION

The public is invited to attend a big band jam session featuring faculty, students and adjudicators who participated in Casper College’s 40th Annual Kinser Jazz Festival on Wednesday night, Feb. 7 at 7:30 in the Mardi Gras Room of the Parkway Plaza.

According to Robert Kleinschmidt, jazz festival co-director, the session is a chance for students to play with faculty and several of the adjudicators who participated in the jazz festival and are also professional musicians in their own right.

“We tried this last year, and everyone had a great time. We hope to make this a regular feature of each Kinser Jazz Festival,” Kleinschmidt says.

More than 60 groups are scheduled to perform in 30-minute increments during the two-day jazz festival on the Casper College campus. Student musicians in grades 7 through 12 come from all over the state to perform before their peers and professional adjudicators.

The public is also invited to attend the jazz festival. Performances start every half hour throughout the day. Jazz vocal groups perform in the Roberts Commons Ballroom while jazz instrumental groups perform in Durham Hall in the Aley Fine Arts Center.

Both the jazz festival and the big band jam session are free and open to all. For more information, log onto www.caspercollege.edu.

Thursday, January 25, 2007
“FOR LOVE OR COUNTRY” TO BE SCREENED AT CASPER COLLEGE

A film biography of Latin jazz great Arturo Sandoval will be shown at Casper College on Friday, Feb. 2 beginning at 7:30 p.m. in Durham Hall.

“For Love or Country: The Arturo Sandoval Story” starring Andy Garcia as Sandoval was nominated for two Golden Globes: best performance by an actor in a mini-series or motion picture made for TV (Garcia) and best mini-series or motion picture made for TV.

According to jazz festival co-director Robert Kleinschmidt, the film is being shown in conjunction with the 40th Annual Kinser Jazz Festival. The jazz festival will be held Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 6 and 7, and Sandoval will perform in concert on the night of Feb. 6 beginning at 7:30 in the John F. Welsh Auditorium at Natrona County High School.

“We thought showing this film on Mr. Sandoval’s life would be a great way to acquaint the community with him and his work,” says Kleinschmidt.

Amazon reviewer Mindy Ruehmann noted that “This HBO film shows how Sandoval's life in revolutionary Cuba is affected – beginning in the early 1970s – by his zeal for his music and by the limits placed on him by his homeland. Representing his torn loyalties are Dizzy Gillespie (Charles S. Dutton) and Sandoval's wife, Marianela (Mia Maestro). Arturo (must) play government-imposed music instead of the jazz that he loves. Sandoval travels the world, and while the Cuban government profits from his success, he is exposed to a freedom that eventually draws him to the difficult and life-changing decision he and his family feel compelled to make.”

Following the showing of the film, Casper College instructors Erich Frankland, Terry Gunderson and Patrick Amelotte will briefly discuss the film.

“For Love or Country: The Arturo Sandoval Story” is free and open to the public. The film is rated PG-13 rating for brief strong language. Durham Hall is located in the Aley Fine Arts Center on the Casper College campus.

Thursday, January 25, 2007
AUDITIONS TO BE HELD DURING FESTIVAL

Auditions for senior high school music students will be held during the Casper College Kinser 40th Annual Jazz Festival February 6 and 7 at Casper College.

“We have never done this before, but thought that this would be a great venue to stage auditions for those music students who plan to attend college to study music,” says Robert Kleinschmidt, jazz festival co-director and instructor of woodwinds at Casper College.

“Several state and regional colleges have been invited to participate and audition students in instrumental, vocal and musical theatre genres,” Kleinschmidt notes.

The auditions will take place in the Black Box Theatre located in the Gertrude Krampert Theatre Complex on the Casper College campus from 1 to 4 p.m. each day.

To schedule an audition, call Deanna Dyer at 268-2606, toll free at 800-442-2963, ext. 2606 or by email at ddyer@caspercollege.edu.

Tuesday, January 23, 2007
T-BIRDS HOPE TO FIND MISSING INGREDIENTS AT HOME

Gary Becker knows this week will tell a lot about his Casper College basketball team.

Becker’s Thunderbirds have fallen on hard times of late, victims of themselves but also of a difficult schedule. Casper (9-9) has played only one home game since Thanksgiving and that was against the No. 8 team in the country (they lost to Northeastern Colorado, 78-71).

The T-Birds, who have come back to earth after an eight-game winning streak in December, are finally home again Wednesday night. Eastern Wyoming College comes to town for a 7 p.m. contest. It is a game Becker knows is important. It is a sub-region contest, which will determine seeding at the Region IX tournament.

While the T-Birds have lost six of their last seven, two of those were buzzer beaters on the road at Mid Plains and Laramie County. Like many other Region IX teams, the T-Birds are finding it tough on the road. Injuries and absences have played a role, too.

Becker says his team would like to find the chemistry and intensity it had before the holiday break. Josh Davis, the Birds’ leading scorer and rebounder, has sat out four of the five games in January for disciplinary reasons. Becker says he will be back in the lineup for Eastern Wyoming. Davis is averaging 15.5 points and 7.2 rebounds per game.
Becker says Eastern Wyoming is a mirror image of his Casper team. Like the T-Birds, the Lancers (11-9) have lost games to Sheridan, LCCC and Northwest. They lost a tough game to Western Wyoming at Rock Springs on Saturday, their fourth loss in a row. “They are a lot like us; up and down on the roller coaster,” Becker says. “We beat them in December, but they are a solid team.”

The T-Birds prevailed in that first meeting, 75-55 in the pre-conference tournament, but Becker says he expects a tougher game Wednesday.

The Lancers are the second best outside shooting team in the region, averaging 47 percent from beyond the 3-point arc. The T-Birds, meanwhile, are also led by their guard line. Andy Pokorny (9.5 points, 4 rebounds per game) is having a solid sophomore season, as is Scott Nelson. Freshmen DeMarcus Richard and David McKinnie have also played well at times. Nelson and Richard are averaging in double figures with Davis. McKinnie is dishing out 4 assists per game, good for ninth in the region.

The T-Birds will be back in action Saturday night at Erickson Gymnasium. Western Nebraska comes to town for a homecoming double header. Games are at 6 and 8.

Saturday, January 20, 2007
FOUNDATION REACHES INFINITE POSSIBILITIES GOAL

The Casper College Foundation has met its $9 million Infinite Possibilities campaign goal. That announcement came Saturday morning during the annual Casper College Retiree Brunch.

“We are delighted to announce that we have reached our goal and have raised $9 million in new permanent funds in our Infinite Possibilities campaign,” says Paul Hallock, executive director of the Casper College Foundation. “More than $4.5 million has been raised from friends, alumni, community members and others,” notes Hallock. The other $4.5 million comes from the state of Wyoming’s Community College Endowment Challenge Program.

“During the last several weeks we have received a number of generous donations which have allowed us to achieve our Infinite Possibilities goal,” Hallock says. We are also very appreciative to the Wyoming legislature for their challenge to all the community colleges and hope that each of us will succeed in achieving the goal,” he adds.

“We have been able to raise this money in about half of this five-year window specified by the state of Wyoming,” says George Bryce, campaign chairman. “We couldn’t do that without the help of this wonderful community.” It never ceases to amaze me how much the community of Casper loves Casper College.”

“Once again Casper has stepped forward to provide resources for the benefit of our many students, and we are extremely grateful,” says John Jorgensen, Casper College Foundation president.

“We are so pleased that so many friends of Casper College have responded positively to this wonderful opportunity provided by the 57th Wyoming State Legislature. The dollar for dollar match has been extremely popular and will provide many more students the opportunity to attend classes,” says Walter Nolte, president of Casper College.

The Infinite Possibilities campaign began in the summer of 2004 in response to the Wyoming Community College Endowment Challenge Program created in March 2004 by the 57th Legislature of the State of Wyoming. The new law appropriated more than $31 million to be divided equally among the state's seven community colleges.

“In other words, the monies raised have been placed in an endowment and will be managed by the foundation. The interest and dividends will be used to fund scholarships and other needs as specified by the donors or the college,” says Hallock.

According to Hallock, 60% of the monies raised have been designated for scholarships. “I think the general public believes that the greatest need is to provide scholarship to students as the costs of higher education continue to rise,” he says.

Wednesday, January 17, 2007
CC HOSTS T-BIRD BUDDY PROGRAM

Young basketball enthusiasts grades 1-6 are encouraged to sign up for the T-Bird Buddy Program and clinic at Casper College.

The program, designed as a mini clinic, begins January 27 and runs for four Saturdays through Feb. 17. Cost is $40 for the four days. Participants will receive a camp shirt, free game pass and other prizes.
Gary Becker, men’s basketball coach at Casper College, says T-Bird Buddies will receive instruction on fundamentals from the T-Birds and the coaching staff.

Grades 1-3 will run 9 to 10 a.m. each of the Saturdays at T-Bird Gymnasium. Grades 4-6 will run 10 to 11 a.m. Kids should come dressed for lots of activity and fun.

Anyone interested is encouraged to download and print the registration form or call Judy Griffin at 268-3000 for more information.

Tuesday, January 16, 2007
SPECIAL COFFEE HOUR CELEBRATES VALENTINE’S DAY

The Casper College International Students Organization will host a special international coffee hour on Valentine’s Day, Wednesday, Feb. 14 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the Doornbos Student Lounge.

“The international students always enjoy these coffee hours because they give them a chance to meet and visit with community members,” says Margo Perry, world languages instructor and international education coordinator.
As part of the festivities international students will also be on hand to write Valentine messages in their native language. “We have done this in the past and the students and those attending the coffee hour have had great fun with the international Valentines,” Perry says.

According to Perry $1 will be charged per Valentine and all the money collected will go into the International Student Organization account to help pay for activities and trips.

Students from 18 different countries, including Bulgaria, Serbia, Hong Kong, Kenya, Finland, Germany, Bolivia and Zambia, currently attend Casper College.

In addition to coffee, punch and Valentine Day treats will also be provided. The Doornbos Student Lounge is located in the Casper College Administration Building. The coffee hour is free and open to the public.

Tuesday, January 16, 2007
CASPER COLLEGE SITE OF COLLEGE GOAL SUNDAY

Casper College will be one of 13 sites statewide to host College Goal Sunday on Sunday, Feb. 11 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Doornbos Student Lounge in the Casper College Administration Building.

The free event is designed to provide students and their parents with help in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

“Students and their parents need to bring their completed 2006 Internal Revenue Service 1040 tax returns or their W-2 forms and other 2006 income, asset and benefits information,” says Darry Voigt, Casper College director of financial aid and site coordinator for College Goal Sunday at Casper College.

While at the event students will receive assistance from experts and volunteers in completing the FAFSA form.

“We are encouraging students to obtain a personal identification number by going to www.fafsa.ed.gov at least two weeks prior to the event.

Students who attend College Goal Sunday will be eligible to participate in drawings to win education-related prizes including scholarships ranging in value from $200 to $500.

College Goal Sunday was begun in 2002. Since that time nearly 1,500 students and their families have received help completing financial-aid forms.

Sponsors for the event include the Lumina Foundation for Education, USA Funds, Central Wyoming College TRIO and GEAR UP programs, Sodexo, Western States Learning Corporation, Casper College, Central Wyoming College, Eastern Wyoming College, Laramie County Community College, Northwest College, Sheridan College, Western Wyoming Community College and the University of Wyoming.

For more information contact Voigt at 268-2596, toll free at 800-442-2963, ext. 2596 or by email at dvoigt@caspercollege.edu.

Tuesday, January 16, 2007
LARGEST HEALTH PROFESSIONS CAREER FAIR AT CASPER COLLEGE

More than thirty businesses involved in the health profession will be participating in Casper College’s Health Professions Career Fair on Friday, Feb. 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Roberts Commons Ballroom on the Casper College campus.

“This is the largest health professions career fair in the state,” says Janet de Vries, director of the Casper College Career Center. Health profession employers from Arizona, Colorado, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, South Dakota and Wyoming will be at the event.

“All of the health professions continue to be in high demand. The quality of our graduates is outstanding, which is why most of the recruiters return to our career fair year after year,” says de Vries.

“Casper College's May graduates are entering a strong job market. It's an enviable position to be in,” de Vries says. “Hospitals hire more than just students and graduates in the direct patient care majors (nursing, medical radiography, etc. Business, communication, marketing, accounting, social work, engineering, and foreign language are all needed at health care facilities,” she adds.

“Working professionals, job seekers, and people exploring career options in the health care field are welcome to attend,” says de Vries. All job seekers are encouraged to bring resumes and dress professionally for the fair, which is free and open to the public.
    
Those businesses attending the fair include:

• Attentive Healthcare, Sheridan, Wyo.
• Banner Health, Greeley, Colo.
• BioLife Plasma Services, Casper
• Campbell County Memorial Hospital, Gillette, Wyo.
• Casper-Natrona County Health Department, Casper
• Central Wyoming Hospice and Transitions Program, Casper
• Community Health Center of Central Wyoming, Casper
• Emissary Pharmacy and Infusion Services, Casper
• Glendive Medical Center, Glendive, Mont.
• Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital, Thermopolis, Wyo.
• Interim HealthCare, Casper
• Intermountain Healthcare, Provo, Utah
• Ivinson Memorial Hospital, Laramie, Wyo.
• Lander Valley Medical Center, Lander, Wyo.
• Life Care Center of Casper, Casper
• Meadow Wind Assisted Living Community, Casper
• Memorial Health Center, Sidney, Neb.
• Memorial Hospital of Converse County, Douglas, Wyo.
• North Platte Home Health, Casper
• Prison Health Services, Rawlins, Wyo.
• Rapid City Region Hospital, Rapid City, S.D.
• Regional West Medical Center, Scottsbluff, Neb.
• Riverton Memorial Hospital, Riverton, Wyo.
• Sage View Care Center, Rock Springs, Wyo.
• Salem Hospital, Salem, Ore.
• U.S. Army Medical Recruiting, Aurora, Colo.
• University of Wyoming School of Nursing, Laramie, Wyo.
• Veterans Medical Center, Cheyenne and Sheridan, Wyo.
• Washoe Health System (Renown Health), Reno, Nev.
• Wyoming Health Resources Network, Cheyenne, Wyo.
• Wyoming Medical Center, Casper
• Wyoming Office of Healthcare Licensing and Surveys, Cheyenne, Wyo.
• Yuma Regional Medical Center, Yuma, Ariz.

For more information call de Vries at 268-2446 or toll free at 800-442-2963 ext. 2446 or log onto www.caspercollege.edu.

Tuesday, January 16, 2007
FREE GED TEST OFFERED TO FIRST 50

Fifty free GED tests will be offered during the month of February by the Casper College Adult Basic Education (ABE)/GED Center.

“We will be offering the free GED test to the first 50 participants who register and pass the Test of Adult Basic Education,” says Lisa Mixer, Casper College ABE/GED center co-director and tutor coordinator.
Following the successful completion of the ABE test, a voucher will then be given to the student to take to the Casper College Testing Center so that they may take the GED test during the month of February, according to Mixer.

Those interested in taking the ABE test should go to the ABE/GED Center in the Werner Technical Center, Room 115 or to the Casper Workforce Center at 851 Werner Court, Suite 121. “Students attending the Casper College site must attend a New Student Orientation held each Tuesday at 8 a.m., 1 or 6 p.m.,” Mixer says.

For more information, contact the ABE/GED Center at 268-2230.

Friday, January 12, 2007
MEET AND GREET WITH CASPER COLLEGE’S NEW CERTIFIED MICROSOFT INSTRUCTOR SET

The Casper College Business Division has hired a certified Microsoft instructor to teach the division’s many Microsoft networking and certificate classes, according to Liz Ott, business division chair.
“We are excited to have someone of Rick Lamotte’s training, skill and background in the business division. He will provide our students and the business community with a level of training that they need and demand,” says Ott.

The meet and greet will give potential students and those interested in taking Microsoft networking and certificate classes this spring a chance to visit with Lamotte regarding course offerings and times.

Lamotte will be teaching three courses for the spring 2007 semester: MSFT 1520 “Windows Server,” MSFT 1561 “Active Directory,” and MSFT 1568 “Windows XP Professional.”

The first two classes do not yet have a set meeting time, while MSFT 1568 is scheduled to run on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3 to 4:40 p.m. “We want those interested in these classes to come by on Thursday night to visit with Rick about what time they would like to have MSFT 1520 and MSFT 1561 held. We want to make these classes as convenient as possible for everyone, so Rick is even open to the idea of teaching class on Saturdays,” says Ott.

Lamotte is certified as a MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Windows 2003), MCSA (Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator Windows 2003), and MCP (Microsoft Certified Professional, CompTia Security+).

His past job positions include technical director for CCTV-Chittenden County Television Station in Burlington, Vt.; workstation administrator and support for the VLSI test engineering department for IBM; systems network administrator for Schafer and Associates; lead custom applications programmer and development manager for Achievement Computers, and most recently as PC technician, webmaster and Windows systems engineer for St. Labre Indian School.

The meet and greet will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 18 in the Thorsen Institute of Business, Room 307 on the Casper College campus. The meet and greet is free and open to the public. Refreshments including coffee, punch and cookies will be served.

For more information or for those unable to attend the meet and greet but who would like to give their input about the start times of the classes may contact Lamotte at rlamotte@caspercollege.edu or 268-2413 or Glenda Pullen, business division academic assistant at gpullen@caspercollege.edu or 268-2389.

Wednesday, January 10, 2007
HOMECOMING FEATURES T-BIRD RIVALS AND FREE CHILI

The Casper College Alumni Association is again hosting Homecoming at the Swede Erickson Thunderbird Gym on Saturday, Jan. 27.

Perennial rival Western Nebraska will take the courts against both the T-Bird men’s and women’s teams. Games begin at 6 p.m. for the women and 8 p.m. for the men, and admission is only $1 per person. Children 6 and under will be admitted for free.

The festivities include free chili to the first 500 fans through the door. According to Derrel Carruth, alumni board president, the free chili has become very popular with T-Bird fans. “The chili goes fast. We often do not have any left over.”
In addition to the free chili, the alumni association has teamed up with the Make A Wish Foundation to provide two young T-Bird fans the opportunity to become “T-Bird Captains for a Day.” Both youngsters will be announced over the loudspeaker, receive an official T-Bird uniform, and meet the players.

The Western Nebraska Cougars and the Casper College T-Birds are the oldest rivalry in Region IX, dating back to 1945. Both games will be broadcast live on KVOC (1230 AM) radio.

Tuesday, January 9, 2007
COLLEGE ANNOUNCES JANUARY MEETING TIMES

The Casper College District Board of Trustees will hold their January board meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 16 beginning at 7 p.m. in the Strausner Student Center, Room 217.

Prior to the board meeting the trustees will hold its work session and finance meeting from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Strausner Student Center, Room 207.

All meeting minutes and schedules for the board are available on the Casper College Web site at www.caspercollege.edu/community.

Both meetings are open and the public is invited to attend.

Monday, January 8, 2007
ANNUAL WORLD’S FAIR FOCUSES ON CUBAN THEME

The food and culture of Cuba will be the focus of the next Casper College ethnic dinner and annual World’s Fair on Thursday, Feb. 1 from 5 to 6:45 p.m. in the Roberts Commons Cafeteria.

The Cuban theme is in support of the 40th Annual Kinser Jazz Festival guest artist Arturo Sandoval, who will appear in concert the following Tuesday, Feb. 6, according to Robert Kleinschmidt, jazz festival co-director.

The Cuban dinner menu will feature avocado & pineapple salad, tropical fruit salad (canned pineapple, guava, mangos, fresh bananas), tossed green salad, puerco asado (roast pork), arroz con pollo (chicken & yellow rice), camarones al ajillo (garlic shrimp), frijoles negros (black beans & white rice), and frituras de maiz tierno (corn fritters). For dessert Coconut Flan, torticoas de morón (Cuban cookies), and plantánitos horneados (banana crisp) will be served.

“We had some really nice exhibits from 20 countries and cultures at last year’s World’s Fair," said Janet de Vries of the college's diversity committee. "We hope to have as many or more this year." The fair portion of the evening will be located in the Roberts Commons Ballroom from 5 to 7 p.m. and is free and open to the public.
Tickets for the Cuban dinner are $8 in advance and only available through Friday, Jan. 26. Advance tickets can be purchased at the Roberts Commons Cafeteria Monday through Thursday from 7 to 9 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4:45 to 6:45 p.m.; at the coffee bars located in the Administration Building and the Wold Physical Science Center between the hours of 8 a.m. and 1 p.m., and in the Casper College Office of Accounting and Financial Management from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Tickets will also be available at the door the night of the dinner at a cost of $9.50 for adults. All ticket sales are cash only.

The Casper College Diversity Committee sponsors the World’s Fair and Cuban ethnic diversity dinner. Other ethnic diversity dinners scheduled include Italy on March 1 and Poland on April 12.

Monday, January 8, 2007
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY OFFERED IN NIGHT CLASS

If you are like most people with a digital camera you have some great photos on your computer that you would like to turn into prints, but just don’t know how. It may be easier than you think, with the help of a digital photography class being offered for the spring semester at Casper College.

“Electronic Digital Photo” (ELTR 2145) will include the basic techniques of digital photography and an overview of what is needed to acquire, store, retouch, and print digital and hybrid photographs.

Miles Hecker, digital photography professional, will teach the class on Thursday nights from 6 to 9. Hecker will start with the basics of digital photography and also cover the use of scanners and printers. Students will learn the basics of Adobe’s Photoshop software program to both restore prints, negatives and slides, and to create prints from digital camera images.

For more information or to register, call Casper College at 268-2100. “Electronic Digital Photo” begins on Jan. 18.

Monday, January 8, 2007
CASPER COLLEGE OFFERS GRANT WRITING CLASS

Casper College will offer a grant writing class, starting on Saturday, Jan. 20, and continuing on two more Saturdays, Feb. 3 and 24.
According to Shirley Jacob, adjunct instructor of English at Casper College, the class is designed for staff and volunteers of nonprofit organizations who want to write successful grant proposals to local, state, and national foundations. The class is also appropriate for in-service and pre-service teachers and social workers. Students must have a connection to a nonprofit organization that would be eligible for a grant from a foundation.

“‘Beginning Grant Writing’ (ENGL 1500) is not a theory class but a real life application of grant writing principles,” says Jacob. “For this initial class, I focus on foundations because, in general, foundation grants are easier to get and the applications are less complicated than for government grants. Nothing increases a beginning grant writer’s confidence more than winning the first grant he or she submits.”

“Beginning Grant Writing” is a hybrid course where Jacob will meet with students in a traditional classroom setting for three Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The students will then submit their assignments and communicate with Jacob via WebCT, an Internet-based instructional tool. “This is a time-intensive course and worth three credit hours,” says Jacob, “but the thrill of writing a successful proposal is worth the hard work.”

Students wishing to sign up for “Beginning Grant Writing” can do so through January 19, according to Jacob. The class, which meets in the Thorsen Institute of Business, Rm. 122 on the Casper College campus, has a limit of 12 students.

For more information or to register call 268-2100, 800-442-2963 or log onto www.caspercollege.edu.

Monday, January 8, 2007
CASPER COLLEGE PREPARES NEW DEGREE PROGRAM THANKS TO $1 MILLION GRANT

With the announcement in late December 2006 that the U.S. Department of Labor had awarded Casper College a grant worth over $1 million for a three-year program the college is now in the process of moving the program forward.

“Casper College and its partners are establishing a degree program to train power plant operators for a regional market,” says Bill Edwards, director of the Casper College Center for Training and Development. “This market includes power plants operated by our partner, Rocky Mountain Power, in six states (Wyoming, Utah, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and California),” adds Edwards.

Plans for the new program call for the hiring of a project director and faculty, facility modifications at Casper College for program specific instruction, equipment purchases and final curriculum development. The new degree program will be offered to students beginning with the fall 2007 semester.

“Although an increasing number of people are discovering the opportunities and high wages available in the power generation industry, an adequate number of skilled workers are not readily available to fill the need,” says Rod Hensley, Rocky Mountain Power human resources consultant. Hensley projects that within the next 10 years “a large number of operation and maintenance personnel from the current operator positions may retire.”

Other partners in the program include Casper Workforce Center (Wyoming Workforce Development Office), and the Natrona County School System, according to Laura Driscoll, dean of continuing education and community partnerships.

“All four partners are actively engaged in the process to address the workforce issues in our region,” says Driscoll. To that end, the energy industry, specifically the power generating industry, “was identified as an industry that is and would be in need of highly trained and skilled employees,” she notes.

Casper College was one of 72 community colleges nationwide to be awarded a grant from the President’s Community-Based Job Training Grants program out of a total of 429 entries. Administered by the Department of Labor, the grant program was established by President Bush in 2004 to “build community college’s capacity to equip workers with the skills growing local industries require for success.”

Wednesday, January 3, 2007
T-BIRDS HONOR MARTIN LUTHER KING WITH FREE CLINIC

The men’s and women’s basketball teams at Casper College are issuing a special invitation to young basketball fans in the community.

The T-Birds are offering a “Pop and Picture Day” basketball clinic for kids in grades kindergarten through eighth grade as part of the community’s Martin Luther King celebration day. The clinic is free of charge and runs 2 to 4 p.m. Jan. 15 (Monday) at Casper College’s Erickson Thunderbird Gymnasium.

Youngsters will have the opportunity to meet the T-Birds up close. All participants will be given a free pass to an upcoming T-Bird game, along with a free Pepsi and other gifts.

For more information about the MLK celebration day, or about the T-Bird clinic, call 268-2446.

Wednesday, January 3, 2007
CASPER COLLEGE HOSTS FREE EVENTS TO CELEBRATE MLK DAY

Casper College will be celebrating Martin Luther King Day on Monday, Jan. 15 with a free basketball clinic, and will serve as the site for a lunch, service project and multi-cultural competence workshop in collaboration with community sponsors.

Following a march starting at City Park at 10 a.m., lunch will be served in the Casper College Roberts Commons Cafeteria. According to Janet de Vries, Casper College Diversity Committee member, the lunch is free to all MLK March and afternoon program participants. The cost for all others is $6. Natrona County School District Diversity Task Force and the We Speak Coalition are sponsoring the lunch.

Beginning at 1 p.m. participants will be able to build a starter emergency preparedness kit as a service project. The event will be held in the Casper College Roberts Commons Ballroom, adjacent to the cafeteria. “People can help serve their community by building starter emergency preparedness kits for those who need them,” said de Vries.

From 2 to 4 p.m. a free basketball clinic for youth in grades K - 8 will be held at the Erickson Thunderbird Gym on the college campus. Pop and Picture Day with the T-Birds will take place at the same time. Participants should carry in gym shoes to wear on the gym floor.

The multi-cultural competence workshop will also begin at 2 and run until 5 p.m. The workshop is free to adults and students in grades 6 - 12. It will be held in the Casper College Roberts Commons Ballroom.

For more information, contact de Vries at 268-2446.

Wednesday, January 3, 2007
FIBER OPTICS WORKSHOP OFFERED FOR SPRING

A fiber optics workshop will be offered on Saturdays during the spring 2007 semester at Casper College.

“Electronics Workshop IV” (ELTR 2945), will “train electricians, network technicians, and electronic technicians on the installation and termination of optical fiber and cable,” said Dave Arndt, Casper College electronics instructor.
According to Arndt, those who successfully complete the two-credit workshop can take the test to become a Certified Fiber Optic Installer. “The certification is through the Electronic Technicians Association International. This certification is recognized in the United States and throughout the world,” Arndt said.

For more information on the class, contact Arndt at 268-2521, toll free at 800-442-2963, ext. 2521 or darndt@caspercollege.edu. To register for the class, call Casper College at 268-2100 or toll free at 800-442-2963.

“Electronics Workshop IV” (ELTR 2945) will begin on Saturday, March 24 and will run through Saturday, April 28.

Wednesday, January 3, 2007
"YEE-HAW" LIVESTOCK JUDGING TEAM SCORES BIG WIN

The Casper College Livestock Judging Team under the direction of Heath Hornecker scored a big win at the recently held North American International Livestock Exposition in Louisville, Ky.

"We had a great day at one of the most prestigious contests in the country," says Hornecker. The team took first overall at the contest. "Yee-haw is all I can say!" Hornecker exclaims. The team competed against 23 teams and 111 students at the contest.

To achieve the honor of first overall, the team took 11th in sheep, second in swine and reasons and first in beef. "The team was just one point away from setting the team beef record," notes Hornecker.

Individually, the Casper College team had three judgers in the top four. "That doesn’t happen very often," says Hornecker. "The students work hard, have a great attitude and are open minded and willing to learn. I’m proud," Hornecker adds.

Randall Von Krosigk took 14th in sheep, 13th in swine, fifth in beef, first in reasons (where he tied the all-time record) and first overall. Von Krosigk, a 2005 graduate of Shoshoni High School, is a sophomore agri-business major at Casper College and the son of Wendell and Sandy Von Krosigk of Riverton, Wyo.

Sophomore Kayla Auen placed 17th in reasons, eighth in beef, seventh in swine and second overall. "She continues her dominating performances," says Hornecker. A 2005 graduate of Natrona County High School the general agriculture major is the daughter of Jeff and Rainey Auen of Casper.

Nicole Thomas of Pavillion, Wyo. took 10th in swine, fourth in beef and overall, and second in reasons. A sophomore agri-business major, she is the daughter of Kerry and Frank Deede also of Pavillion and a 2005 graduate of Wind River High School.

In addition, both Tyler Kralicek and Megan Mavencamp had overall placings: Kralicek at 27th and Mavencamp at 39th. Kralicek is a 2005 graduate of Killdeer Public School and a sophomore agriculture education major at Casper College. He is the son of Curt and Brenda Kralicek of Manning, N.D. Mavencamp is a 2005 graduate of Hagerman High School and a sophomore animal science major. She is the daughter of John and Stacy Mavencamp of Hagerman, Idaho.

Wednesday, January 3, 2007
GIS AND GPS OFFERED AT CASPER COLLEGE FOR SPRING

Two classes dealing with geographic information science (GIS) and one dealing with global positioning systems (GPS) will be offered at Casper College for the spring 2007 semester.

"GIS is a new high tech mapping field that is being used by almost every discipline now," said Jeff Sun, GIS instructor at the college.

Students, especially in the fields of agriculture, biology, business, environmental science, engineering, fire science, geography, geology, health science and others "can take ‘Introduction to GIS’ (GEOG 1100/ENTK 1505) to learn more about GIS and acquire basic GIS mapping skills that will make them more employable after school," Sun noted. The class will be offered during the day Monday and Wednesday from 10 to 10:50 a.m. with a lab on Tuesday and Thursday from 9 to 10:50 a.m.

The other GIS class offered for the spring semester, "Management and Implementation of GIS" (GEOG 2490) is for those students who want to advance their GIS skills and have an introductory knowledge of GIS. Students taking the Wednesday night class "will learn GIS and mapping techniques that would potentially be performed if the student had a job using GIS on a daily basis," Sun said.

The third class, "Introduction to GPS and Maps" (GEOG 1080) will be taught on Tuesday nights. Students will "learn basic map reading, the basics of GPS, how to operate a GPS, and how to upload and download data from a GPS into various mapping software packages on the computer," said Sun.

For more information or to register, call Casper College at 268-2100 or log onto www.caspercollege.edu. Spring semester begins Tuesday, Jan. 16.

Wednesday, January 3, 2007
ARENA REGISTRATION SET FOR JANUARY 12

The final day for students to register before spring classes begin will be Friday, Jan. 12 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Arena registration gives all students who have applied and been accepted to Casper College, but who have not yet registered, the opportunity to meet with an advisor in their field of interest and sign up for classes. No appointment is necessary. Each student will be given a login and pin number at registration so that they can access WebAdvisor, the online registration system, according to Alison McNulty, enrollment services coordinator.

"Each student’s advising session will last between 15 and 45 minutes, but the convenience of this, (coupled with WebAdvisor), is that they can meet with an advisor and then can leave and not have to go over to admissions and stand in line to get classes entered into the system," said McNulty.

"Some advisors will register the students right there in the gym. Others will have the students register themselves. It depends on the instructor. To use WebAdvisor, all the student needs is a computer with Internet access. There will be computers available for student use in the computer lab in the Administration Building, Room 6," she said.

McNulty noted, however, that for the best selection of classes students should register prior to arena registration.

A new student orientation will also be held and is "for the first-time college student or those starting college again. All who attend will be able to discover what Casper College has to offer from study resources to financial aid, housing to student clubs and organizations and more," said Kirstie Auzqui, senior admissions representative. Auzqui noted that prizes and giveaways would be given to all who attend orientation.

Spring semester begins at Casper College on Tuesday, Jan. 16. The final day for late registration is Friday, Jan. 19. To RSVP for the new student orientation or for more information call 268-2100, toll free at 800-442-2963 or log onto www.caspercollege.edu.

Wednesday, January 3, 2007
T-BIRDS OPEN SECOND HALF OF SEASON

The Casper College men’s basketball team hopes to pick up where it left off when it takes the court tonight against the College of Eastern Utah.

Coach Gary Becker expects it to be a tough task. The T-Birds (9-4) will be short-handed against the Eagles, who won the first meeting between the two teams 82-79 in Casper’s home opener back on Nov. 3. Since then, Becker’s T-Birds have won nine of 12 games, including eight in a row at one point.

Two players missed airline connections and fell victim to snowstorms, so Becker expects only to field seven or eight players in the second half opener. Sabahudin Hodzic, the Birds’ 7-2 center, was one of the missing players Tuesday. Hodzic was driving back from Texas and ran into a snowstorm in southern Colorado. He hopes to be in Price tonight for the game. Josh Davis, the team’s leading scorer (15.5 per game), missed practices the past two days because of airline difficulties but should be there by game time.

Becker said Matthew Powell, a freshman from Toronto, has been dismissed from the team. Powell was averaging three points per game.

Angelo Hill’s women’s team is on the road in Arizona this week. The T-Birds (9-4) play Chandler-Gilbert College Thursday night, Arizona Western Friday and Yavapai College on Saturday.

A trio of sophomores has led the way thus far for the Lady T-Birds. Carine Reimink and Mary Brown are averaging double figures, while Magdalena Pawlaczyk is averaging eight points per game. The guard line has been solid as well and Hill expects Kelly Fargen, a freshman from Glenrock, to be back in the lineup Thursday. Fargen suffered a broken leg in November.

Hill said Linda Harris, a freshman from Chicago, has left the team.

The T-Bird men play Trinidad State Jan. 11 at home. Both T-Bird teams host Northeastern Colorado Jan. 13.

Wednesday, February 28, 2007
“PERFECT PLAY” COMES TO KRAMPERT THEATRE

Shakespeare’s “As You Like It,” called “the perfect play for Wyoming,” will be performed at the Gertrude Krampert Theatre Friday, March 2 through Saturday, March 10.

Set in two locales, the court of Duke Frederick and the “idyllic” Forest of Arden, “As You Like It” has as its theme “the benefit of country life over the overly civilized, socialized and structured life of the court or city life,” says director Tom Empey.

More importantly, perhaps, is that this “perfect play for Wyoming” is one brimming with humor and understandable language. “This is so easy to follow and understand, and it is really a very funny comedy,” notes Empey.

In addition to the comedic aspects, the college’s production of “As You Like It” includes five songs composed for the show by James Olm, Casper College musical theatre instructor. “The songs Jim has composed are very important to the romantic and comedic aspects of this show,” Empey says.

The show also boasts an actual pool of water on stage as part of the representation of the Forest of Arden. “Sean McIntosh, our theatre design instructor, has created a spectacular set for this play featuring both the court of Duke Frederick and a fantasy forest. The set feels huge,” says Empey.

Not to be outdone, Douglas Garland, Casper College theatre costuming instructor, has created costumes that Empey calls flowing, colorful, and very much in the tradition of the late medieval and early Renaissance period.

The cast has also embraced the play. Empey notes that the two-minute wrestling scene was staged by freshman Tyson Smith. “Tyson has a background in pro wrestling and has done a great job staging this scene,” Empey says.
“As You Like It” will begin each night at 7:30 p.m. on the McMurry Main Stage of the Krampert Theatre. The Thursday, March 8 show will be signed for the hearing impaired. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students 5 to 18.
Tickets may be purchased on line at www.caspercollege.edu/theatre or by calling 268-2500, toll free 800-442-2963, ext. 2500 or at the box office one hour before each show. The box office is open daily from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Monday, February 26, 2007
CASPER COLLEGE ALUMNI NAME SCHOLARSHIP WINNER

The Casper College Alumni Association has released the name of its winner for the Casper College Alumni Association Outstanding Student Scholarship, Lenee Ann Chamberlain of Douglas, Wyo.

According to Linda Nix, alumni coordinator, academic achievement is the highest selection criteria for the scholarship, but community involvement and financial need are also taken into consideration. Chamberlain was awarded $2,000 for the spring 2007 semester.

Chamberlain, a returning sophomore is studying pre-physical therapy at Casper College. “Without completing my college education, I could not be a physical therapist,” says Chamberlain.

Upon graduation from Casper College, Chamberlain plans to transfer to the University of North Dakota where she plans to pursue her doctorate in physical therapy. “I would like to work in a hospital that has a ward for children, and eventually open a camp for children who need physical therapy,” she says.

Chamberlain, who is from Douglas, Wyo., is the daughter of Roy and Cheryl Chamberlain, also of Douglas.

For more information about the Casper College Alumni Association Outstanding Student Scholarship and other scholarships available at Casper College log on to www.caspercollege.edu.

Monday, February 26, 2007

Enzi Accepts 2007 National Education Service Award
United States Senator Mike Enzi accepts the 2007 National Education Service Award from Casper College President, Walter Nolte. The award was given to Enzi by the Association of Community College Trustees and the American Association of Community Colleges during its Annual Legislative Summit held in Washington, D.C. February 12 through 14. Enzi “was recognized for his strong advocacy of community college priorities while he was Chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee.” Enzi noted that community colleges “educate hundreds of people and train them to do their jobs. They are the backbone of America; they can change direction on a dime and meet the needs of the community and state.
(Photo courtesy American Association of Community Colleges.)

Monday, February 26, 2007
COLLEGE ANNOUNCES MARCH MEETING TIMES

The Casper College District Board of Trustees will hold their March board meeting on Tuesday, March 20 beginning at 7 p.m. in the Strausner Student Center, Room 217.

Prior to the board meeting the trustees will hold its work session and finance meeting from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Strausner Student Center, Room 207.

All meeting minutes and schedules for the board are available on the Casper College Web site at www.caspercollege.edu/community.

Both meetings are open and the public is invited to attend.

Thursday, February 22, 2007
T-BIRD LADIES HOPE TO FINISH STRONG; PREPARE TO HOST REGION IX

Casper College women’s basketball coach Angelo Hill says there are two advantages to his team hosting the Region IX post-season tournament.

First, his team doesn’t have to travel and sleep in a motel room. But second, and perhaps most important, the T-Birds will only have to play three games if they can last in the single-elimination event. The winner of the Region IX tournament advances to the national tournament in Salina, Kan. in late March, a trip Casper has not made since 2000.

The Women’s Region IX Tournament begins March 4 at Casper College, sandwiched right in between the two high school state tournaments. Tickets for the event will be general admission. An adult four-day pass is $20, and single-day passes are $6. Students are $4 per day.

Twelve teams will play in the tournament. Casper, Miles City, Northeast Nebraska and Northeastern Colorado earned first-round byes. First round games will be played Sunday at 1, 3, 5 and 7 p.m. The second round will run at the same times, with Casper playing the late game Monday night. Semi-final games will be played Tuesday at 5 and 7, with the championship scheduled for 6 p.m. Wednesday.

The Men’s Region IX Tournament begins March 3 in Scottsbluff. Casper College will play at 3 p.m. Saturday (March 3) against Dawson College (Mont.). If the T-Birds win their first round game, they would play at 3 p.m. Monday. The men’s games can be heard live on KVOC Radio (1230 AM).

Here are the first and second round games of the women’s tournament to be held in Casper:

Sunday (March 4)
Western Nebraska vs. McCook (Neb.), 1 p.m.
Otero vs. Western Wyoming, 3 p.m.
Northwest Wyoming vs. Dawson (Mont.), 5 p.m.
Sheridan College vs. Little Big Horn (Mont.), 7 p.m.

Monday (March 5)
Northeast Nebraska vs. Western Nebraska-McCook winner, 1 p.m.
Miles City (Mont.) vs. Otero-Western Wyoming winner, 3 p.m.
Northeastern JC (Colo.) vs. Northwest Wyoming-Dawson winner, 5 p.m.
Casper vs. Sheridan-Little Big Horn winner, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, February 14, 2007
COLLEGE OBSERVES EATING DISORDERS WEEK WITH EVENTS

The Casper College Counseling and Student Development Center will join colleges across the country as they observe Eating Disorders Awareness Week February 25 through March 3.

“Casper College will be offering educational and screening activities during the week, which are free and open to the public,” says Joanne Theobald, student services counselor.

The documentary film “Thin” will be shown on Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 6:30 p.m. in the Saunders Health Science Center, Room 224. According to Theobald, the film was an official selection of the 2006 Sundance Film Festival, and “will take the audience inside the walls of Renfrew Center, an inpatient treatment facility for eating disorders.” A short discussion will follow the film showing.

A mental health screening for eating disorders will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 28 in the Casper College Counseling and Student Development Center located in Room 112 in the Administration Building from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For those who would like to remain anonymous, an online screening can also be taken by logging onto: www.mentalhealthscreening.org/screening/welcome.asp.

“In the United States, as many as 10 million females and one million males are struggling with the devastating, life-threatening effects of eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia. It is estimated that 25 million more suffer from binge-eating disorder,” says Theobald “We hope to promote awareness of and education about eating disorders during this week.”

For more information, contact the Casper College Counseling and Student Development Center at 268-2366.

Wednesday, February 14, 2007
CASPER COLLEGE TO HOST MATH CONTEST

Casper College will again be the site for the Casper region of the Wolsborn-Drazovich State Math Contest on Tuesday, Feb. 27.

The Wyoming Council of Teachers of Mathematics holds the contest, which also takes place in nine other regions throughout the state.

According to Jack Webb, district director and mathematics instructor at Casper College, the contest is open to seventh through 12th grade students, and each school may enter any number of students.

Students in grades 11 and 12 compete in Class A, those in grades nine and 10 compete in class B, while 7th and 8th graders compete separately. Individual and team honors will be awarded based on the highest scores. The state winner will be determined from all the statewide results.

Mathematics students from Natrona Converse County schools compete in the yearly event in the Casper region.

The contest will begin at 9 a.m. and an awards ceremony will be held at 1:15. The awards ceremony is free and open to the public.

For more information call Casper College at 268-2372.

Wednesday, February 14, 2007
RENAISSANCE TOPIC OF 22ND ANNUAL HUMANITIES FESTIVAL

“Renaissance Revisited” will be the theme for the 22nd Annual Humanities Festival at Casper College March 1 and 2.

“The first humanities festival in 1986 at Casper College also had a Renaissance theme, Shakespeare specifically, with Casper College English instructor Margaret Demorest as the keynote speaker. During this year’s festival the Renaissance will be revisited for understanding of new scholarship in the field,” says Anne Rognstad.

“The festival will feature both local and national scholars of western European Renaissance literature, social theory, music, and art history. Festival scholars will share their expertise in the humanities in 45-minute sessions followed by 10-minute audience question and answer periods,” notes Rognstad, festival co-director.

The festival will begin at 9:45 a.m. on Thursday with a welcome and opening remarks by Casper College President Walter Nolte. At 10 a.m. Brian Steele of Texas Tech University will provide an overview to the era and then discuss how images of Mary Magdalene evolved during the Renaissance, due to issues involving sexuality and theology. “Dr. Steele’s presentation will prepare participants for the specialized lectures during the festival,” says Valerie Eggemeyer, festival co-director.

At 11 a.m. Tom Empey, Casper College chair of the theatre department, will discuss the upcoming college production of “As You Like It” and Shakespearean humanism and the Shakespeare theater. Empey is also directing the college’s production of Shakespeare’s “As You Like It,” which is running in conjunction with the humanities festival and begins on Friday night, March 2 at 7:30 p.m.

The daytime events on Thursday will end with the 2 p.m. presentation by Amy Vail of Baylor University. Vail “explore the music of John Dowland, the great Renaissance writer of lute songs,” Eggemeyer says.

Two evening events will also be held on Thursday, the first a selection of Renaissance music performed by Kristi and George Armijo at 7 p.m. followed at 8 p.m. by the Demorest Lecturer, Robert Cohen of UC-Irvine, who will speak on the Renaissance theater.

Friday’s presentations will begin at 9 a.m. with Christine Sperling of Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania, who “will discuss the patronage that led to the creation of some of the most well-known Renaissance works such as Donatello’s ‘David,’ says Eggemeyer.

At 10 a.m. Jean Tichenor, Casper College music department chair, and Casper College vocal students will perform compositions in both the sacred and secular idioms composed by Josquin Desprez. According to Eggemeyer, Desprez represents the climax of the 15th century Franco-Netherlandish musical tradition.

Anne Leader, from the City College of New York, will look at how religious images functioned in the daily lives of Europe’s faithful in the 14th, 15th and 16th centuries. She’ll also examine how, where and when these images were viewed, and how they enriched and enlivened religious practice and spiritual life. Leader’s presentation will begin at 11 a.m.

The festival will conclude with a panel and audience discussion moderated by Bruce Richardson, associate professor of English at the University of Wyoming/Casper College Center. “The scholars who participated in the humanities festival will expand on their presentations and answer questions from the audience,” says Rognstad.

That evening the Casper College Gertrude Krampert Theatre will present Shakespeare’s “As You Like It.” Tickets for the play are $12 for adults and $10 for those 18 and under. All other humanities festival events are free and open to the public, and all presentations will occur on the McMurry Main Stage in the Krampert Theatre on the Casper College campus.

The 22nd Annual Casper College Humanities Festival and Demorest Lecture is sponsored by the Wyoming Council for the Humanities, ARTCORE, the Casper College Division of Language and Literature, the University of Wyoming/Casper College Center, the Casper College Foundation, and Casper College.

For more information, call Casper College at 268-2110 or log onto www.caspercollege.edu.

Tuesday, February 13, 2007
FOOD OF ITALY TIES TO HUMANITIES THEME!

The food of Italy will be the focus of the next Casper College ethnic dinner on Thursday, March 1 from 5 to 6:45 p.m. in the Roberts Commons Cafeteria.

The Italian theme is in support of the 20th Annual Casper College Humanities Festival and Demorest Lecture. This year’s theme for the Humanities Festival is “The Renaissance Revisited.”

The Italian menu will consist of antipasto salad with roma tomatoes and fresh mozzarella, marinated mushroom salad, multi-bean salad, tossed salad with dressings, vegetarian minestrone soup, Italian meatballs, Italian sausage, vegetarian lasagna, clam linguine, fried calamari, mussels marinara, garlic bread sticks, focaccia bread and for dessert, tiramisu, spumoni ice cream and almond cookies.

Tickets for the Italian dinner are $8 in advance and only available through Friday, Feb. 23. Advance tickets can be purchased at the Roberts Commons Cafeteria Monday through Thursday from 7 to 9 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4:45 to 6:45 p.m.; at the coffee bars located in the Administration Building and the Wold Physical Science Center between the hours of 8 a.m. and 1 p.m., and in the Casper College Office of Accounting and Financial Management from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Tickets will also be available at the door the night of the dinner at a cost of $9.50 for adults. All ticket sales are cash only.

The Casper College Diversity Committee sponsors the Italian ethnic diversity dinner. One more ethnic diversity dinner will be held on April 12 when Polish food will be served.

Tuesday, February 13, 2007
TOURNAMENTS LOOM AS MUSTANGS GALLOP INTO ‘THE SWEDE’ FOR CENTRAL SUB-REGION SHOWDOWNS

Tonight (Wednesday), Casper College hosts Western Wyoming College in a pair of games that have a lot of bearing on next month’s regional tournaments.

The women’s game could determine the Region IX tournament host. Much has been made about last Saturday’s 4-point loss by the Lady T-Birds at Scottsbluff. That game was big because the winner of the central sub-region (includes Western Nebraska, Western Wyoming and Casper) earns the right to host the Region IX tournament in early March. In losing by only four, Casper took the advantage over Western Nebraska, since the T-Birds won by five points at home.

That sets up tonight’s showdown against a very talented Western Wyoming squad. Although Ken Swartz’ team has lost both sub-region games thus far, the Mustangs (18-6, 0-2) are not eliminated from hosting the tournament themselves. A win tonight over Casper and a win over Western Nebraska on Saturday would throw things into a three-way tie.

The T-Birds (18-6, 2-1) want to end all speculation tonight. To do that they will rely on their inside tandem of Carine Reimink and Magdalena Pawlaczyk, who average 20 points and 12.5 rebounds between them. The T-Bird towers have been tough to stop, especially when Mary Brown and Leah Stepovich are hitting from the outside. Lizzy Cooper sets the table from her point guard position.

The T-Birds will be facing the best shooting team in the region. The Mustangs shoot 41.7 percent overall and 39.5 from behind the 3-point arc. Shandryn Trumble, the sophomore from Green River, leads WWC in scoring at 12.3 per game. Kallie Arrington, the Mustangs’ inside threat, averages 10.4. Madison Croft is the top rebounder on the team (5.2 per game).

Much rests on the men’s game tonight as well. With a victory, the T-Birds would clinch the top seed from the central sub region. After tonight Casper has one game left in sub region play, Feb. 20 against Eastern Wyoming. Since the T-Birds own the tiebreaker over Laramie County, a win tonight clinches the top seed. The men’s tournament is scheduled for March 3-7 at Western Nebraska (which won the east sub region and the right to host).

Coach Gary Becker knows that earning a top seed would put his T-Birds on the opposite side of the bracket from fifth-ranked Northeastern Junior College, which many consider to be the team to beat next month.

The Birds (13-11, 3-1) are coming off an impressive 88-76 win over Laramie County on Monday. Scott Nelson led the way with 16 points, nine rebounds and seven assists, as five T-Birds scored in double figures. After missing four games in early January, Josh Davis has found his stride again and led the way with 22 on Monday. He averages 16, while DeMarcus Richard averages 12 for Casper. Early February was tough on the T-Birds, who played at three tough houses in a row (Sterling, Trinidad and Scottsbluff). The good news is Casper has three out of four games at home to finish the regular season.

Corey Kaminska averages 12.6 points per game for the Casey Jones’ Mustangs (11-12).

Thursday, February 8, 2007
FAFSA INFORMATION SESSIONS TO BE HELD AT PUBLIC LIBRARY

Debra Starks, coordinator of the University of Wyoming’s Student Educational Opportunity Center, will conduct Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) information sessions at the Tech Center in Natrona County Public Library on Feb. 17, Feb. 24, March 3 and March 10 at 10 a.m.

Students interested in receiving federal grants, loans or work-study awards for college financial assistance are required to complete the FAFSA. The session will guide applicants through the online forms and application process.

“Most applications for college admission and financial aid are due in the spring,” said Starks. “It’s important to complete the FAFSA as soon as possible to determine how much aid you are eligible for.”

The sessions are free. Those who want to complete a FAFSA application at the session should bring their social security numbers, driver’s license, FAFSA pin numbers, W-2 forms and 2006 income tax returns or estimates to the session.

Contact Starks at 268-2483 for more information.

Tuesday, February 6, 2007
NGANGA RECEIVES DISTINCTIVE EDUCATION AWARD

Lydiah Nganga, assistant professor of elementary education at the University of Wyoming/Casper College (UW/CC) Center, was recently nominated for inclusion in the 2007-2008 edition of “Who’s Who in American Education.”

The publication is printed by Marquis Who’s Who in America and has been recognizing exceptional contributors to society since 1899. This is a significant honor - an achievement in itself - that is afforded to very few individuals in the course of a lifetime, said the editors of “Who’s Who in American Education.”

“I am thrilled,” said Nganga. “It is such an honor to know that some people whose lives I have touched have bestowed upon me the highest of awards as an educator. I am encouraged to keep doing my very best to touch others with my love of education, to make a positive difference in the lives of others and to provide leadership in my areas of expertise.”

Previously, Nganga was recognized in the 2004 and 2005 editions of “Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers” for her achievements as an educator at Natrona County High School. She began teaching for the UW/CC Center in the fall semester of 2005.

Tuesday, February 6, 2007
ORANGE COUNTY CHOPPER CUSTOM BIKE TO BE SHOWN AT CASPER COLLEGE

A custom motorcycle “chopper” custom designed by the famous Orange County Choppers (OCC) stars of TLC’s “American Chopper” will be on display at Casper College in the new auto body shop on Monday, Feb. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Thursday, February 1, 2007
"TALKING T-BIRDS" PLACE WELL IN TOURNAMENT

The Casper College Talking T-Birds Forensics Team recently returned from competition in Billings, Mont. at a regional tournament at Rocky Mountain College.

Sophomore Joe Tilghman (Casper) was honored for ranking fourth overall from a field of 38 contestants in the Open Parliamentary Debate Speaker Awards, according to Gretchen Wheeler, forensics coach and communications instructor.

Freshman Myles Bucher (Casper) was ranked fifth out of 22 contestants in the Novice Parliamentary Debate Speaker Awards after advancing to the semi-finals round of competition in novice debate.

Freshman Shelly Dolinar (Evanston, Wyo.) and Tilghman "both lead the team by advancing to the final rounds in multiple events. Shelly placed sixth in both Prose Interpretation and Dramatic Interpretation, while Joe placed fifth in Persuasive Speaking and sixth in Duet Interpretation with his freshman partner Michelle Anderson, (Morrill, Neb.).

The team will compete in two more regional tournaments before attending the International Forensics Association in Buenos Aires, Argentina over spring break. The team will close out the year with the National Phi Rho Pi Tournament in Houston, Texas.

Thursday, February 1, 2007
JUDGING TEAM CONTINUES WINNING WAYS

The Casper College Livestock Judging Team has added five first places and one reserve win to its already impressive season.

At the Arizona National in Phoenix, the team took an amazing five first overall wins, one each in sheep, hogs, beef, reasons and overall.

"Eight of the top 11 individuals from the entire contest were Casper College students. I was pleased by the outstanding performance by all team members and I believe that this is a great indication of the depth and quality of our judging students," says Heath Hornecker, livestock judging team coach and chair of the Casper College Agriculture Department.

The team was led by Nicole Thomas (Pavilion, Wyo.) who took third high individual swine and high individual in beef, reasons and overall. Randell Von Krosigk (Shoshoni, Wyo.) was close on Thomas's heels with a third high in reasons, second overall and high individual sheep.

Tyler Kralicek (Manning N.D.) took a fourth overall in the contest and swine and a third overall in sheep. Kayla Auen (Casper) won seventh high individual, Mason Oswald and Morgan Nash (both of Pocatello, Idaho) placed, with Oswald taking fifth high in sheep and eighth overall and Nash taking fifth in swine and ninth overall.

Taylor Ostergaard (Durango, Colo.) received 10th high individual, Megan Mavencamp (Hagerman, Idaho) took 11th high individual and Tyler Gray (Moorcroft, Wyo.) received fourth high in beef.

Also participating at the Arizona National were Sarah Butler, (Bliss, Idaho), Kim Thayer, (Quincy, Wash.) and Jordan Wells, (Colstrip, Mont.).

The team turned in a "strong performance" at the National Western Stock Show in mid-January. "Our students continue to excel at these contests," says Heath Hornecker, livestock judging team coach and chair of the Casper College Agriculture Department.

The team took second in swine, sheep and reasons, fourth in cattle and were the reserve champion team overall.

Individually Von Krosigk took high individual in swine and reasons, second high individual overall and sixth high individual in sheep. "Randell is establishing himself as one of the elite in the country," notes Hornecker.

Auen, who Hornecker says "has been the one to beat in national competition all year," took first in high individual in beef, fourth high individual overall and eighth high individual in both swine and reasons.

Thomas took seventh high individual in reasons. "Nicole had a strong showing in this competition following her national win in Phoenix," Hornecker says. Other team members included Kralicek and Nash.

This is just a superb group of young men and women to work with. The 12 sophomores have a cumulative grade point average of over 3.5. They are great judgers and great students alike and with their success at Casper College they are beginning to receive recruiting calls from universities all over the United States," says Hornecker.

Tuesday, March 27, 2007
ANNUAL WELLNESS CONFERENCE TO INCLUDE VARIETY OF ISSUES

With a variety of important topics to be discussed, the Casper College Wellness Conference will be held March 28 through 30.

“This conference is intended to provide participants with current information on wellness-related issues,” says Keith Cross, conference director.

According to Cross, conference presentations will include a look at chronic pain, depression, sensitivity training, medical acupuncture, substance abuse treatment, recovery and many other interesting topics.

The Friday day-long workshop will feature training to introduce participants to indigenous foundations for effective therapy and the “new” ethical guidelines impacting licensed professional counselors in Wyoming, according to Cross.

Hosted by the Casper College Counseling and Student Development Center, all conference presentations are free and open to the public, except the therapy workshop, which has a fee of $30 for either the morning or afternoon session, or $50 for the entire day per person. The conference will begin each morning at 9 a.m., with presentations going on throughout the day in Room 217 of the Strausner Student Center. For more information, to register for Friday’s workshop, or to receive a schedule, contact Cross at 268-2604.

Friday, March 30, 2007
SPRING BAND CONCERT CANCELED, TO BE RESCHEDULED

The Casper College Concert Band performance scheduled for Saturday, March 31 at 7:30 in Durham Hall has been canceled. A new date will be announced later.

Tuesday, March 20, 2007
IRAQ CONFLICT FOCUS OF PRESENTATION AT CASPER COLLEGE

Well-known Catholic theologian Bryan Hehir will present a free lecture, “The Iraq Debate: Politics, Strategy and Ethics” on Wednesday, March 28 at 7 p.m. at the Gertrude Krampert Theatre on the Casper College campus.

Hehir, currently the Parker Gilbert Montgomery professor of the practice of religion and public life at Harvard University, is also the secretary for Social Services and the president of Catholic Charities in the Archdiocese of Boston.

“Reverend Hehir will challenge the audience to think about how we approach critical issues in life and the pros and cons that are involved,” says Jane Sullivan, Casper College Board member.

According to The Harvard Crimson, in December of 2002, Hehir “voiced opposition to the invasion of Iraq at an Institute of Politics forum, invoking the ‘just war’ theory of early Catholic philosopher St. Augustine. ‘War is only moral when it is absolutely necessary,’ Hehir told students.”

Hehir was secretary of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops when the bishops issued their influential letter on nuclear weapons in 1983, “The Challenge of Peace – God's Promise and Our Response.”

Hehir served on the faculty of Georgetown University (1984 to 1992) and the Harvard Divinity School (1993 to 2001). His writings include: The Moral Measurement of War: A Tradition of Continuity and Change; Military Intervention and National Sovereignty; Catholicism and Democracy; and Social Values and Public Policy: A Contribution from a Religious Tradition.

Following his lecture, Hehir will take questions from the audience. The lecture is free and open to the public and is sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Cheyenne, the University of Wyoming/Casper College Center and Casper College.

Tuesday, March 20, 2007
STUDIO 24 – COLLEGE ARTISTS CREATE NEW WORKS FOR SALE

The Casper College Visual Arts Department will present “Studio 24,” a two-day event culminating in a silent auction at the Nicolaysen Art Museum on Friday, March 30 from 7 to 9 p.m.

According to Valerie Eggemeyer, visual arts department chair, all Casper College art students are invited to stay in the Visual Arts Center all night on beginning on Thursday, March 29 and create a work. “The theme is television, and students can do any media. We don’t know exactly what will be done until that night, but I am sure that painting, sculpture, photography and printmaking will be included,” Eggemeyer says.

The works will then be set for display at the NIC where the public is invited to the free silent auction on Friday. Proceeds from the silent auction will go to the students and the Casper College Visual Arts Department.

Dress for the auction will be casual. Refreshments and live jazz music will be provided during the silent auction, which is free and open to all.

Tuesday, March 20, 2007
DENVER TRIP FEATURES ZOO AND ROCKIES GAME

A spring weekend in Denver offers Casper College and University of Wyoming/Casper College Center students and their families a big city weekend for a rock bottom cost.

Single travelers will pay only $25 for the trip, complete with lodging, a trip to the zoo and a Denver Rockies professional baseball game. For families sharing a room, the cost is only $100.

The Casper College Student Activities Board (SAB) is sponsoring the weekend event, April 28 and 29. According to Jamie Demmitt, the SAB has been offering the Denver trip for the last several years. “It is a nice way for students to economically get away. They don’t have to worry about driving in the big city. Plus, our hotel is located right in downtown Denver off the 16th Street Mall so everyone will have plenty to do and see during their free time on Saturday night.”

The trip cost includes transportation, lodging (maximum of four per room), a pass to the Denver Zoo and a Denver Rockies game where the Rockies will play against the Atlanta Braves. “This is an affordable way for our nontraditional students to get away with their children. And it is great for our traditional students too. A lot of people who go on this trip have never been to a zoo or seen a professional baseball game before,” says Demmitt, student activities coordinator.

Those taking the trip will be responsible for their meals, but Demmitt notes that everyone is welcome to pack their cooler and bring it along. The two-day trip will begin at 6 a.m. on April 28 with buses arriving back in Casper on April 29 around 10 p.m.

Reservations are being taken on a first-serve, first-come basis, and are limited to 110 people. For more information, or to register, stop by the main desk in the Strausner Student Center, or call Demmitt at 268-2638.

Tuesday, March 20, 2007
SHORT CLASS TO TEACH AFFORDABLE ENERGY EFFICIENCY FOR HOUSE

A half-semester class designed to teach students the techniques available to improve the energy efficiency of existing and new houses with an emphasis on low cost methods will begin on March 22 at Casper College.

The class, “Energy Efficient Houses” (CNTK 1490) will be held on Thursday evenings from 6 to 9 and will provide students with real-life examples.

“This class will not only provide students with information about what they can do to improve the energy efficiency of their own homes but will look at actual materials – windows, insulation, HVAC systems, and more,” says Megan Graham, instructor.

According to Graham students who complete the class will be able to determine the proper type of insulation, conduct ventilation tests to determine airflow, and select appropriate passive solar methods, energy efficient lighting and building materials.

In addition, the class will perform a true energy audit on the Casper College Greenhouse and come up with ways to make a future building on the Casper College campus energy efficient. “This last project will give students more freedom to research out areas that are of interest to them,” Graham says.

For more information or to register for the course contact Casper College at 268-2100.

Friday, March 16, 2007
GETT – GIRLS EXPLORING TOMORROW’S TECHNOLOGY KICKOFF SET

Girls in grades 7 through 12 will get a chance to explore technology hands-on during the GETT (Girls Exploring Tomorrow’s Technology) kickoff event on Saturday, March 24. The free event will be held at the “Swede” Erickson Thunderbird Gym at Casper College.

“Young girls rob themselves daily by saying that they can’t do something, like pursue a career in technology. They believe that they have to be really math minded, and the fact is they don’t,” says Karla Volpi, organizer. “GETT is a great opportunity for girls to learn the facts about how technology careers can be fulfilling, fun and rewarding personally, professionally and financially,” Volpi notes.

The day will begin with registration from 8 to 8:45 a.m. Pre-registration is preferred, and can be done by logging onto www.caspercollege.edu/forms/gett.html. Four different 25-minute learning sessions will be held and girls will rotate between them.

“Inside the Box” will give girls exposure to the inside of a computer. Led by Donielle Williams, Casper College computing coordinator, girls will learn, among other things that “the computer won’t bite,” says Volpi.

“Robotics” led by Megan Graham, Casper College electronics technology instructor, will give girls a chance to see hands-on how robotics are driven by technology and what is involved in the process.

“GPS” (Global Positioning Systems) will be led by Melissa Connely, Casper College geology instructor. Connely will show girls how GPS works and discuss the many applications for GPS.

The fourth topic session will allow girls to participate in an interactive videoconference with girls from Chester County Pennsylvania’s GETT event. “This will be a fun interactive session where girls will play games with their Chester County counterparts to win prizes,” Volpi says.

The day will end with lunch which will begin at 11:45 a.m. Shirley Collier, CEO of the wireless technologies firm Optemax LLC, will be the guest speaker during lunch. “The day will end around 1 p.m.,” notes Volpi.

All girls are urged to attend, because, according to Volpi, it makes no difference what a girl’s life-long ambition is “she will still interact with technology – the better she understands it, the better she will be able to do her job.”

Volpi, Casper College information technology director at Casper College, says that in general technology jobs are good paying jobs. “Even if you are not in a technology job, if you know technology that can help your employer you become hard to get rid of if not indispensable,” she says.

Volpi became involved with GETT when she worked in Pennsylvania and became involved with the Innovative Technology Action Group in Chester County. After she moved back to Casper, Volpi decided that the program would be a great fit for Wyoming girls.

“Wyoming is supposed to be the equality state, but in truth it’s not. There are a lot of women in this state that believe they are stuck in traditional jobs and I want them to realize that technology is out there and can help bail them out. Technology is a great equalizer between men and women. If you know what you are doing in technology, you will do just fine. The best geeks are women,” Volpi says.

In addition to the four sessions and lunch, participants will also be eligible to win an Apple iPod. “Those who pre-register will actually have two chances to win an iPod,” says Volpi. For more information contact Volpi at 268-3018 or by emailing her at kvolpi@caspercollege.edu.

Thursday, March 15, 2007
“WOMEN OF ALCOVA” TOPIC OF WOMEN’S HISTORY CELEBRATION

“Women of Alcova” will be the topic of the 23rd Annual Women’s History Celebration at Casper College’s Goodstein Foundation Library on Thursday, March 22 from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

According to Kevin Anderson, organizer, sisters Minnie Stevens and Vina Bower will speak about the women of Alcova, tell stories about their own experiences in Alcova, and may relate some stories that were told to them as well.

“At different times, Minnie and Vina and their families owned and operated Sloane’s General Store in Alcova. Vina bought the store in about 1958, and Minnie bought it from her in 1978 and ran the business until 1996,” says Anderson. “They told me a story about the 1960’s singing group, the Beach Boys, visiting their store and discovering a skunk beneath the boardwalk,” notes Anderson.

Famous products from Sloane’s included their “Alcova Special” – coffee with a dollop of ice cream, jackalope milk, ‘plush animal’ jackalopes and other jackalope products, according to Anderson.

The Women’s History Celebration is free and open to the public and refreshments will be served. Stevens and Bower will begin their presentation at 3 p.m.

Wednesday, March 14, 2007
BIG NAMES ARE GONE; T-BIRD MEN IN REBUILDING MODE

CC women poised to make springtime run toward a CRMR title Garrett Henry is gone. Karlon Knudson has packed up his saddle and said farewell. Tucker Sheets has moved on, too. Those three and four other T-Bird cowboys who scored points a year ago – and helped lead Casper College to a strong third-place finish in the Central Rocky Mountain Region – have departed.

With a lack of college experience among his red-vested cowboys this year, Casper College rodeo coach Tom Parker is realistic. “We’re pretty young,” he says. “But if we have a respectable spring I think we can finish among the top five.”

The Central Rocky Mountain Region season resumes next Friday at Eastern Wyoming College, with eight rodeos on tap over the next nine weeks.

A couple of CC sophomores – O.J. Huxtable (Douglas) in the steer wrestling and Jake Hamilton (Casper) in the tie down roping – have high hopes and the confidence of their coach as the second half of the year gets underway. Huxtable stands ninth in his event heading into next week.

Parker looks for Jimmy Roedeske (Cartwright, N.D.), who works the three timed events, and K.C. Schell (Glenrock), steer wrestling, to score some points and possibly make a run at the top three this spring. Chris Robinette (Powder River) is another cowboy to watch; he stands seventh in the team roping after the fall half of the season.

While the men’s team is rebuilding, Parker’s women’s team is building momentum. The T-Bird coach thinks his cowgirls have a bonafide chance at finishing in the top two in the region and qualifying for the College National Finals.

Clarissa Tavener (Rigby, Idaho) stands third in the barrel racing after the fall half. Freshman Katie Felix (Lander) is second in the breakaway roping going into the spring, while Kylee Rinehart (Highmore, S.D.) is sixth in the breakaway. Rinehart will be unable to compete at EWC because she will be with the T-Bird women’s basketball team at the national tournament next week. Tavener, according to Parker, “is capable of beating anyone on a given Sunday.”
Three other T-Birds – Surrey Nugent (Big Piney) and Carla Weiser (Wheatland), who work all three events, and breakaway roper Staci Miller (Gillette) should contribute this spring as well.

Going into the spring season, Casper stands fifth in the team standings with 335 points. While the University of Wyoming had built a commanding lead by November (1,270 points), second place Northeastern (Colo.) is less than 300 points ahead of Casper – well within reach, according to Parker.

“If they perform the way they are capable we should be very strong,” Parker says of his women’s team.
One event the T-Birds hope to improve on is the goat tying, where they were shut out in the fall. The arrival of Heidi Knapp as Parker’s assistant should make a difference. Knapp is a three-time regional goat-tying champion.
Parker says this year’s women’s contingent reminds him of the team that qualified for the CNFR in the mid-‘90s, a team led by Knapp’s sister Natalie, Tara Anderson and Bobby Fortier (now Talmadge).

“I think this team has that kind of talent,” Parker says.
On the men’s side, the University of Wyoming leads the team standings going into the EWC rodeo with 1,530 points. Central Wyoming is second with 1,480 and Eastern Wyoming third with 1,385.
The CRMR visits Colorado State March 30-April 1. After a week off, Casper College will host its annual Ropin’ and Riggin’ Days Rodeo April 13-15.

Wednesday, March 14, 2007
T-BIRDS OPEN NATIONAL TOURNAMENT TUESDAY VS. NO. 4 ODESSA

The Casper College women’s basketball team will open national tournament play next Tuesday morning in Salina, Kan.

The National Junior College Athletic Association released the bracket late Wednesday, and the T-Birds will play the tournament opener at 9 a.m. MDT against Odessa College (Texas). The T-Birds come into the game having won eight consecutive games, including the 14-point decision over Western Nebraska in the Region IX championship game. Odessa (28-2) is ranked No. 4 in the latest NJCAA poll,. The T-Birds are the 14 seed in the tournament; Odessa the No. 3 seed.

CC coach Angelo Hill says he is looking forward to the challenge. “To be the best, you have to beat the best,” he said after practice Wednesday. “Actually, I think this is a good matchup for us. We already know some things about them. We will have to attack their zone defense and shoot well from the outside. I know we will play good defense.

“It’s a great honor to go to the national tournament, and I know this team will go down there and represent our community well. Some of our players have worked two years for this opportunity.”

Casper College is making its first appearance since 2000 in the NJCAA national tournament. Win or lose in the opening round, the T-Birds will play Wednesday evening in the double elimination tournament.

The national tournament games can be heard live on KVOC Radio (1230 AM).

Wednesday, March 14, 2007
CC’S CHORALE, UNRUH AND PATTON TO PERFORM AT CAM-PLEX

The Casper College Collegiate Chorale will perform in concert with the Gillette Chamber Singers and the Powder River Symphony in a performance of Gabriel Faure’s “Requiem” Saturday, March 24 at the Cam-plex Heritage Center in Gillette, Wyo. at 7:30 p.m.

Eric Unruh, Casper College piano instructor and chair of the fine arts division at the college, will also perform during the concert as the guest performer in Beethoven’s “Choral Fantasy” written for orchestra, piano soloist, and choir.

“The performance of both of these selections will be under the baton of Steven Trinkle, former Casper College band instructor,” says Patrick Patton, Casper College voice and choir instructor.

Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for youth and seniors and can be purchased online by logging onto www.cam-plex.com or by calling 307-682-8802.

Wednesday, March 14, 2007
ART SHOW CELEBRATES RETIREMENT OF LONG-TIME INSTRUCTOR

The retirement of long-time Casper College drawing and painting instructor Richard Jacobi is being celebrated in “Molting,” a retrospective and new work exhibit of his art now through Friday, March 30 at the Goodstein Gallery.

Jacobi began his career at Casper College in the fall of 1981. Since that time his works have been displayed throughout the region. According to Jacobi, “Molting” is “about shedding skins and growing while retaining an integrated body of work through a period of 16 years.”

Jacobi’s works are both delicate and complicated in their final form. “Mountains, pools, waterfalls, and the phenomenon of growth are often inspirations for my imagery as they express the changing forms of nature and the animating breath of life,” says Jacobi.

“Occasionally a specific idea directs an image. More often than not, the image has a life of its own; analogies come later. I have a healthy regard for the process of art, believing that the quality of the finished product is implicit in the intensity and purity of the study, which must include spontaneous new-ness as a primary component. Hence, art becomes very much like the process of nature itself,” Jacobi says.

A reception will be held on Thursday, March 22 from 3 to 6 p.m. in the Goodstein Gallery. The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Both the exhibit and reception are free and open to the public.

The Goodstein Gallery is located in the Visual Arts Center on the Casper College campus.

Tuesday, March 13, 2007
SECOND ANNUAL ROCKHAI FEATURES LOCAL BANDS

The Casper College Bakkhai will present the Second Annual Rockhai on Saturday, March 24 at the Gertrude Krampert Theatre on the Casper College campus.

The Bakkhai (Association of Theatre Performance and Technical Students) uses the proceeds from the concert to help cover the costs of trips theatre students take throughout the school year for educational purposes, according to Dustin Jones, theatre technical director at the college.

This year’s concert will feature Notch, We’re All At War, Waiting For Ten, Dead Ashore and several others. “There will be something for all ages at this concert by these local groups including rock, metal and some punk,” says Jones.

Tickets are $10 at the door and doors open at 5 p.m. with the show set to start at 6 p.m.

Tuesday, March 13, 2007
COURSE EXAMINES WYOMING’S LAND, WATER CONNECTION

“Topics: The Land and Water Connection in Wyoming” (ENR 4890/5890), offered through the University of Wyoming/Casper College (UW/CC) Center this fall, will focus on the effects of residential and industrial growth on Wyoming.

Anne MacKinnon, a part-time instructor for the UW/CC Center, will lead the class in discussions about the potential impact of newly constructed housing, Wyoming’s vulnerability due to scarce water resources and the effects that residential and industrial growth will have on the state.

“The course will focus on the challenges such problems pose to an assortment of communities across the state,” said MacKinnon, “and the innovative approaches Wyoming communities are taking.”

During class, students will choose an issue to research and then develop options for handling the problem. In lieu of an exam, they will compile their research results into a final written and oral presentation.

“Students will get acquainted first-hand with people involved with these issues from around the state, and will get a chance to grapple with some aspect of a current real-life land-water impact problem in Wyoming,” MacKinnon added.

Six presentations will be given by community experts on related topics during the course, as part of the UW/CC Center’s regular fall lecture series on natural resource issues. Students are expected to attend for course credit and public attendance is encouraged.

Contact the UW/CC Center at 268-2713 for more information on this and other interesting courses.

Monday, March 12, 2007
FOLTZ TO PRESENT COLLEGE 101

Kyla Foltz will present “College Info. 101” at Casper College on Thursday, March 22 and again on Thursday, April 12.

The free three-hour class is designed to show high school seniors and juniors the value of a college education, and how to go about getting that education.

“Studies show that students with an associate’s degree will earn $1.6 million over their work life compared to someone with just a high school degree who will earn $1.2 million. The amount really increases for those with a bachelor’s degree who will earn $2.1 million over their work life,” says Foltz, Casper College admissions coordinator.

“It has also been found that those with a higher education have a better lifestyle, are healthier and have an improved quality of life for their offspring,” Foltz notes.

Foltz will address the increasing problem of scholarship scams. “For instance, students should never have to purchase scholarship applications, or pay a fee to submit the FAFSA (Free Application For Student Aid),” says Foltz. The availability of scholarships as well as tips on filling out forms, writing essays and not missing deadlines, grants and loans, programs of study available at Casper College, the admission process and career opportunities in Wyoming will also be discussed.

“There are many employable careers in Wyoming and I will share with students the education needed to be employed in those careers,” Foltz says.

Registration is required for the free event. Both will run from 6 to 9 p.m. and will be held in the Thorsen Institute of Business, Room 310.

For more information or to register call the college at 268-2100 or log onto www.caspercollege.edu.

Monday, March 12, 2007
CASPER REGION MATHMATICS CONTEST RESULTS RELEASED

Results for the Casper region of the Wolsborn-Drazovich State Math Contest have been released. The contest is open to seventh through 12th grade students from Natrona and Converse County schools, and each school may enter any number of students. The Wyoming Council of Teachers of Mathematics holds the contest, which also takes place in nine other regions throughout the state.

According to Jack Webb, director and mathematics instructor at Casper College, once results are tabulated from all regions a state winner will be determined.

The following are the results in all four classes: A - 11th and 12th grade; B - ninth and 10th grade; 8th grade, and 7th grade. According to Webb a team score is also kept in Class A and Class B and are tabulated by the top three scores from each school.

Class A Results:
Individual Places:
1. Luke Ginsbach, Kelly Walsh High School, 745
2. Jeff Stamp, Natrona County High School, 700
3. Caleb Atwood, Kelly Walsh High School, 600
4. Daniel Bulfer, Kelly Walsh High School, 525
5. Jay Shah, Natrona County High School, 495
6. Eric Yeager, Natrona County High School, 480
7. Todd Cheney, Kelly Walsh High School, 455
T8. Amber Lebsock, Kelly Walsh High School, 435
T8. Derek Beamer, Kelly Walsh High School, 435
10. Chris McAulay, Kelly Walsh High School, 425
 
Team Scores:
1. Kelly Walsh High School, 1870 points. Luke Ginsbach, 745; Caleb Atwood, 600 and Daniel Bulfer, 525.
2. Natrona County High School, 1675 points. Jeff Stamp, 700; Jay Shah, 495 and Eric Yeager, 480.
3. Douglas High School, 865 points. Liz Brown, 340; Sonja Erickson, 280 and Sally Gray, 245.
4. Midwest High School, 815 points. Brendan Fiorini, 330; Derek Smith, 275 and Kristin Steiner, 210.
5. Glenrock High School, 710 points. Michael Hedges, 340; Nick Allington, 225 and Laura Dobler, 145.

Class B Results:
Individual Places:
T1. Derek Sibrel, Glenrock High School, 505
T1. Korlee Adams, Kelly Walsh High School, 505
T3. Parker Blakeley, Glenrock High School, 485
T3. Jamie Wiggins, CY Jr. High, 485
5. Joseph Bearnson, CY Jr. High, 475
6. Kendra Nelson, Kelly Walsh High School, 470
7. Joseph Cotton, Glenrock High School, 455
T8. Casey Hoskinson, Glenrock High School, 445
T8. Gloria Wickman, Natrona County High School, 445
10. Brendon Park, Kelly Walsh High School, 435

Team Scores:
1. Glenrock High School, 1445 points. Derek Sibrel, 825; Parker Blakeley, 485 and Joseph Cotton, 455.
2. Kelly Walsh High School, 1410 points. Korlee Adams, 505; Kendra Nelson, 470 and Brenden Pard, 435.
3. CY Junior High School, 1380 points. Jamie Wiggins, 485; Joseph Bearnson, 475 and Kevin Crank, 420.
4. Natrona County High School, 1220 points. Gloria Wickman, 445; Samantha Marquard, 430 and Jonathan Greer, 345.
5. Centennial Jr. High School, 655 points. Aaron McComas, 275; Robert Yarbro, 205 and John Stepansen, 175.
6. Midwest High School, 275 points. Merena White, 150; Kaitlyn Bain, 115 and Kahel Chapman, 10.
7. Douglas High School, no team score. Jennifer Butler, 170.

Seventh Grade:
Individual Places:
1. Ashley Brown, Centennial Jr. High, 590
T2. Ashley Terry, CY Jr. High, 560
T2. Michael Harden, Centennial Jr. High, 560
4. Laura Stamp, Dean Morgan Jr. High, 540
5. Miller Colton, CY Jr. High, 515
T6. Ryan Boner, Glenrock Middle School, 475
T6. Liz Meyer, CY Jr. High, 475
8. Daniel Dahlby, Dean Morgan Jr. High, 455
9. Morganne Juarez, Frontier Middle School, 420
10. Cooper Moore, Douglas Middle School, 395

Eighth Grade:
1. Saxon Bull, Douglas Middle School, 730
2. Marja Ritchie, Douglas Middle School, 585
3. Brittany Myler, CY Jr. High, 545
T4. Lindsay White, Douglas Middle School, 535
T4. Brian Schlidt, Centennial Jr. High, 535
6. Mitch Espeland, Douglas Middle School, 515
7. Kevin Buffington, Centennial Jr. High, 500
8. Rebecca Downs, Glenrock Middle School, 480
9. Ted Huss, Centennial Jr. High, 445
10. Ray Varland, Douglas Middle School, 420

Monday, March 12, 2007
PRESIDENT’S HONOR ROLL AT CASPER COLLEGE ANNOUNCED

Casper College officials have released the names of students who made the President’s Honor roll at Casper College for the 2006 fall semester. To qualify, a student must take at least 12 hours and receive a grade point average of 3.5 pr better. They are:

Rebecca M Moore Albin, WY
Shannon H Jackett Alcova, WY
Bailey A Moberly Aurora, CO
Aleya R Alvarez Bar Nunn, WY
Kristina M Gray Bar Nunn, WY
Miles E Krieger Big Piney, WY
Andrew J Springman Big Piney, WY
Kierstin M Smothermon Billings, MT
Michael S Hage Boise, ID
Cassie H Essington Boulder, WY
Victoria R Armstrong Brule, NE
Kelsey A Cattles Buffalo, WY
Andrew F Joy Buffalo, WY
Thomas F Aitchison Casper, WY
Cheryl E Alexander Casper, WY
Tyler W Ambrosino Casper, WY
Mark A Bates Casper, WY
Richard A Bennett Casper, WY
Sheryl L Bevier Casper, WY
Jennifer A Bowden Casper, WY
Whitney M Braig Casper, WY
Donni M Brantley Casper, WY
Andrea M Brewster Casper, WY
Jeanne R Briddle Casper, WY
Andrea K Brown Casper, WY
Dee E Brown Casper, WY
Stephen M Brown Casper, WY
Mark W Bull Casper, WY
Keena M Bynum Casper, WY
Myra A Cellar Casper, WY
Rachael J Cestnik Casper, WY
Shannon D Clark Casper, WY
Rose M Cleary Casper, WY
Rebecca S Conger Casper, WY
Jason R Cory Casper, WY
Kathleen R Couey Casper, WY
Meghan E Creel Casper, WY
Kelsey W D'Arcy Casper, WY
Linda A Edwards Casper, WY
Andrew B Elston Casper, WY
Skye C English Casper, WY
Tyler J Esau Casper, WY
Andria R Fowles Casper, WY
Trisha M Frost Casper, WY
James G Gay Casper, WY
Daniel B Graff Casper, WY
Leah J Grosinger Casper, WY
Irina G Grosz Casper, WY
Jennifer K Haddenham Casper, WY
Melissa A Harris Casper, WY
Frederick J Harrison Casper, WY
Theresa A Heide Casper, WY
Benjamin J Houck Casper, WY
Audrey J Jaeger Casper, WY
Leah M Johnson Casper, WY
Tamarah L Johnson Casper, WY
Barry P Johnston Casper, WY
Morgan J Jones Casper, WY
Leah M Juarez Casper, WY
Laura B Kane Casper, WY
Kelsey L Katen Casper, WY
Jahna K Kaufman Casper, WY
Sean C King Casper, WY
Edward L Kobobel Casper, WY
Sei Hyun S Ko Casper, WY
Brigit J Kretzer Casper, WY
Yuet Fu  Lee Casper, WY
David W Livingston Casper, WY
Stephanie M Martin Casper, WY
Julie D McAulay Casper, WY
Tanya A Meek Casper, WY
Isis N Mena Casper, WY
Annessa L Miller Casper, WY
Andrea N Moncayo Casper, WY
Paul M Nash Casper, WY
Jason H Nelson Casper, WY
Keli R Ortiz Casper, WY
Shanda L Parrent Casper, WY
Jennifer J Pettry-Johnson Casper, WY
Bree M Phillips Casper, WY
Carey A Pixler Casper, WY
John M Raehal Casper, WY
Gabrielle A Reeves Casper, WY
Jennifer L Rodgers Casper, WY
Casey L Rubin Casper, WY
Gregory S Rumsey Casper, WY
Katelin A Schenk Casper, WY
Kelsey A Schulte Casper, WY
Jill M Sellars Casper, WY
Brooke N Shafer Casper, WY
Brittani L Shreve Casper, WY
Angelia D Smith Casper, WY
Tracee A Smith Casper, WY
Ashlee K Stapert Casper, WY
Kendra A Steadman Casper, WY
Denise M Steinhaus Casper, WY
Noel J Trost Casper, WY
David A Unruh Casper, WY
Sara C Urban Casper, WY
Sonia E Urban Casper, WY
Jennifer  Wales Casper, WY
Allyssa D Washut Casper, WY
Wesley D Wells Casper, WY
William J Whitmire Casper, WY
Cheralee J Willard Casper, WY
Kimberly A Wise Casper, WY
Jennifer L Wolfe Casper, WY
Melinda S Woody Casper, WY
Philip N Zaharas Casper, WY
Holly L Christensen Casper, WY
Consuelo Y Hernandez Casper, WY
Stephanie R McBeath-VanDamme Casper, WY
Robin L Ahrndt Casper, WY
Aimee L Albertson Casper, WY
Erin E Alexander Casper, WY
Gina M Allen Casper, WY
Whitney M Allen Casper, WY
Callie L Alspach Casper, WY
Nikki L Alvey Casper, WY
Opal A Anderson Casper, WY
Ryan M Atkins  Casper, WY
Kayla M Auen Casper, WY
Angie N Bailly Casper, WY
Veronica R Bates Casper, WY
Ashley J Benbo Casper, WY
Austin R Berlin Casper, WY
Genna M Boatright Casper, WY
Cynthia M Brachtenbach Casper, WY
William L Brummond Casper, WY
John R Bryson Casper, WY
Jeffrey J Buckman Casper, WY
Kylie C Burch Casper, WY
Carol J Burdess Casper, WY
Stephen M Centanino Casper, WY
Dena V Colgrove Casper, WY
Wayne F Cummings Casper, WY
Megan L Curtis Casper, WY
Loren P Davis Casper, WY
Anna M DiIorio Casper, WY
Gwendolyn M Doelger Casper, WY
Haley B Eley Casper, WY
Andrea S Gann Casper, WY
Katherine E Geise Casper, WY
Paul T Givens Casper, WY
J. Annette  Green Casper, WY
Cynthia G Guy-Thomas Casper, WY
Sarah J Hall Casper, WY
Christena E Isaacs Casper, WY
Alisha R Isaacson Casper, WY
Elisa M Jones Casper, WY
Traci J Keating Casper, WY
Cortnie M Keil Casper, WY
Amanda J Knudson Casper, WY
Kimberly R Kunckel Casper, WY
Jennifer M Limmer Casper, WY
Ryan C Limmer Casper, WY
Alicia L MacMillan Casper, WY
Kimberly S Maxwell Casper, WY
Tamillia K Moore Casper, WY
Kimberly R Morrison Casper, WY
Shereen D Mosier Casper, WY
Donna S Patten Casper, WY
Stevie A Patton Casper, WY
Kylie D Peck Casper, WY
Bradford L Perkins Casper, WY
Kristi L Prado Casper, WY
Paula M Reece Casper, WY
Jamie L Rodenburg Casper, WY
Tiffany D Rostad Casper, WY
Trevor A Rutar Casper, WY
Mark B Sanders Casper, WY
Hannah R Schirlinger Casper, WY
Jennifer R Schmidt Casper, WY
Sarah N Shepherd Casper, WY
Alyss M Smith Casper, WY
Heather M Smith Casper, WY
Megan L Smith Casper, WY
James A Stengel Casper, WY
Andria K Sterkel Casper, WY
Jessica R Steward Casper, WY
Tamera R Stotts Casper, WY
Andrea L Sullivan Casper, WY
Adam T Thornton Casper, WY
Sarah A Vahlberg Casper, WY
Eric C Vierkant Casper, WY
Jill R Walker Casper, WY
Cynthia I Wallace Casper, WY
Angela M Whitlock Casper, WY
Travis R Wilkinson Casper, WY
Nickolas H Will Casper, WY
Jordan K Wilmes Casper, WY
Kierah D Wonser Casper, WY
Tawney C Wylie Casper, WY
Liqun  Yang Casper, WY
Anna T Ylijarvi Casper, WY
Colleen L Zeglin Casper, WY
Tricia N Edwards Casper, WY
Jean A Johnson Casper, WY
Jade M Keller Casper, WY
Douglas L Nelson Casper, WY
Joseph L Shane Casper, WY
William A Wells Casper, WY
Tamara S Armann Casper, WY
Dustin L Asay Casper, WY
Michael B Behrens Casper, WY
Lindsey B Bell Casper, WY
Desmond C Bennion Casper, WY
Krysti L Bills Casper, WY
Jessica D Bradshaw Casper, WY
Matt C Breckenridge Casper, WY
Caitlyn C Brown Casper, WY
John R Bruno Casper, WY
Laura B Camilleri Casper, WY
Matthew K Carey Casper, WY
Jason R Carlson Casper, WY
Jacob W Clouthier Casper, WY
James H Cordonier Casper, WY
Drew A Felton Casper, WY
Robin C Ferguson Casper, WY
Briana C Flanagan Casper, WY
Jessica E Grace Casper, WY
Britnee R Greenlee Casper, WY
Tasha M Gumpert Casper, WY
Andrea L Hampson Casper, WY
Eric A Hanes Casper, WY
Jeremy M Hanneman Casper, WY
Candace J Harmon Casper, WY
Colin B Holmes Casper, WY
Matthew S Holmes Casper, WY
Christopher M Isaacson Casper, WY
Marci L Johnson Casper, WY
Sausha L Kearns Casper, WY
Karissa D Keever Casper, WY
Lori L Kimball Casper, WY
Amy C Kinner Casper, WY
Jesse M Knoll Casper, WY
Gavin B Lawlis Casper, WY
Rebecca D McIntosh Casper, WY
Lorraine J McKenzie Casper, WY
Tami J McMillan Casper, WY
Ashley R Mikels Casper, WY
Braiden S Miller Casper, WY
Kellen W Miller Casper, WY
Torrie C Mitchell Casper, WY
Buddy J Morgan Casper, WY
Tate A Mullen Casper, WY
Laurie C Parrish Casper, WY
John M Pedroza Casper, WY
Nathan L Perkins Casper, WY
Telicia D Ramon Casper, WY
Russell W Reddick Casper, WY
Courtney L Reynolds Casper, WY
Heather N Rice Casper, WY
Christopher M Riedl Casper, WY
William D Royer Casper, WY
Kelly L Russell Casper, WY
Tracey E Schempp Dudley Casper, WY
Christina R Schulte Casper, WY
Natalie D Scissons Casper, WY
Misti F Simmons Casper, WY
Janessa R Sorlien Casper, WY
Leah M Stefansen Casper, WY
Christopher A Stone Casper, WY
Julie K Strayer Casper, WY
Erika L Swirzcki Casper, WY
Brett A Tebeest Casper, WY
Christopher D Thomas Casper, WY
Jackie M VanGundy Casper, WY
Kodi A Walker Casper, WY
Morgan L Walker Casper, WY
Justina L Wallis Casper, WY
Amber N Walsh Casper, WY
Grace M Werner Casper, WY
Jessica E Willis Casper, WY
Bridget P Wolden Casper, WY
Mattie J Wyatt Casper, WY
Shana M Zimmerschied Casper, WY
Ashley R Fulton Centerville, IA
Morgan J Hespe Chadron, NE
Brandon J Lliteras Chadron, NE
Brianna M Bohmbach Charlson, ND
Michael L Baragar Cheyenne, WY
Justin C Dykes Cheyenne, WY
Samantha K Lind Cheyenne, WY
Christopher A Poch Cheyenne, WY
Sarah N Read Cheyenne, WY
Jessica M Sell Cody, WY
Chance P Kilgore Colstrip, MT
Zachariah R McLain Custer, SD
Christina E Galindo Denver, CO
Stephen J Calderon Douglas, WY
Lenee A Chamberlain Douglas, WY
Donald L Cohrs Douglas, WY
Casey E Darr Douglas, WY
Sarah L Forgey Douglas, WY
Grant J Henson Douglas, WY
Mikah D Knopp Douglas, WY
Matthew C McCullough Douglas, WY
Adam D Pauli Douglas, WY
William L Weber Douglas, WY
Michael R Shaw Dubois, WY
Brianna R Blake Effingham, IL
Neave D Stover Englewood, CO
Shelley B Dolinar Evanston, WY
Kevin L Hutchinson Evanston, WY
Hilary B Jones Evanston, WY
Hope A Dewell Evansville, WY
Michelle A Dollentas Evansville, WY
Brandy R Dudley Evansville, WY
Ann M Fisher Evansville, WY
Melissa L Newport Evansville, WY
Tracey P Sorensen Evansville, WY
Jessica L Taggart Evansville, WY
Jordan L Wells Forsyth, MT
Gregory A Ley Fort Collins, CO
Kathryn A Rhoades Fort Collins, CO
Jamie L Barrett Fountain, CO
James R Williams Ft Collins, CO
Elizabeth M Heady Gillette, WY
Jessica M Lambert Gillette, WY
Kimberlie R Martinson Gillette, WY
Edward A Rosier II Gillette, WY
Samantha J Myers Gillette, WY
Kimberly D Bell Gillette, WY
Paul M Lempka Gillette, WY
Alex G Bailey Glenrock, WY
Melody A Dugan Glenrock, WY
Kelly A Fargen Glenrock, WY
Paula A Flynn Glenrock, WY
Kathryn K Gutierrez Glenrock, WY
Jennifer R Hendricks Glenrock, WY
Denielle R Laird Glenrock, WY
Casey K Schell Glenrock, WY
Geoffrey C Zeiger Glenrock, WY
Christian D Liedtke Green River, WY
William C Schell Green River, WY
Anna C Jennings Greybull, WY
Megan R Mavencamp Hagerman, ID
Bryan E Dixon Houston, TX
Douglas H Adam Hyannis, NE
Randi A Esplin Hyde Park, UT
Andres A Garcia Imperial, CA
Sean I Butcher Jackson, WY
Tanner T Anderson Kinsey, MT
Anna R Duncan Lander, WY
Katie W Felix Lander, WY
Ashley N McOmie Lander, WY
Madti M Reed Lander, WY
Andy J Pokorny Laramie, WY
Tessa L Huizenga Lusk, WY
Amy D Nelson Lusk, WY
Andrew W Smyth Lusk, WY
Michael O Hughes Manila, UT
Kelsey A Roberson Meeteetse, WY
Kristin W Rothaupt Menomonie, WI
Kimberly A Burgess Midwest, WY
Charlene  Shrock Midwest, WY
Carol  Alumbaugh Mills, WY
Gwendolyn C Fordham Mills, WY
Warren A Haygood Mills, WY
Veronica L Julian Mills, WY
Dianna R Kintzler Mills, WY
Janae C Morton Mills, WY
Douglas H Rigsby Mills, WY
Anna L Sell Mills, WY
Donna L Belcher Minatare, NE
Tyler T Gray Moorcroft, WY
Jessica C Tracy Moorcroft, WY
Ginger D Brower Mountain View, WY
Dustin P Ferguson Newcastle, WY
Ryan D Hieb Newcastle, WY
Madison C Shoop Newcastle, WY
Nicole D Thomas Pavillion, WY
Jennifer B Crandall Pine Bluffs, WY
Morgan S Nash Pocatello, ID
Mason B Oswald Pocatello, ID
Kimberly G Thayer Quincy, WA
James A Neal Rawlins, WY
Cassandra R Robinson Rawlins, WY
Kelsey M Warren Rawlins, WY
Patrick J Cosner Riverton, WY
Marta K Poff Riverton, WY
Molly A Steele Riverton, WY
Ashton L Wilcox-Brown Riverton, WY
Elizabeth A Cooper Robina Australia
Olivia J Rakness Saratoga, WY
Randell T Von Krosigk Shoshoni, WY
Afton N Meeks Sinclair, WY
Gerald H Phipps Sinclair, WY
Joseph  Guy St Paul, MN
Mary L McNally Sundance, WY
Victoria L Greet Ten Sleep, WY
Mary M Brown Thermopolis, WY
Zachariah T Hickman Thermopolis, WY
Shandi L Foos Torrington, WY
Miljana  Cejic Vrsac Serbia Montenegro
Jacob W Heath Washington, MO
Michael J Thomas Watertown, SD
Carla M Weiser Wheatland, WY
Kimzi L Bryant Worland, WY
Branden C Martinez Worland, WY
Jodi L Thiel Worland, WY
Sherri A Bertagnole Wright, WY
Graham W Boyd Wright, WY
Jessica B Gill Wright, WY
Chelsey A Kiefat Wright, WY
Mariah N Olson Wright, WY
Magdalena J Pawlaczyk Wroclaw Poland

Monday, March 12, 2007
DEAN’S HONOR ROLL ANNOUNCED

Casper College officials have released the names of students who made the Dean’s Honor Roll at Casper College for the 2006 fall semester. To qualify for the award, a student must have a semester grade point average of 3.5 or better. The recognition is for part-time degree seeking students (those taking six to 11 credit hours per semester) and nondegree seeking full-time students taking a minimum of 12 credit hours.

Nondegree seeking full-time students:
Mykael K Graham Bar Nunn, WY
Kevin L Condelario Casper, WY
Brandy L Talbot Casper, WY
Katie J Hubbard Casper, WY
Aaron R Bassham Casper, WY
Reid P Olson Casper, WY
Melissa L Salvato Casper, WY
Curtis A Schulz Casper, WY
Veronica  Garcia Casper, WY
Dustin S Pexton Douglas, WY
Yvonne  Niehoff New York, NY

Degree seeking part-time students:
David M Farwell Bar Nunn, WY
Sarah L Pugh Buffalo, WY
Christine A Vasco Buffalo, WY
Dan C March Canton, SD
Alison L Alleman Casper, WY
William L Allen Casper, WY
Jennifer M Baca Casper, WY
Gary A Bass Casper, WY
Stephine C Becker Casper, WY
RaeAnn  Bernat Casper, WY
Margaret L Bodyfelt Casper, WY
Melanie A Brandon Casper, WY
Kylie T Byerly Casper, WY
Maria C Carlin Casper, WY
Brooke R Chynoweth Casper, WY
Tonya R Clemens Casper, WY
Rhonda S Conner Casper, WY
Amanda L Crowley Casper, WY
Shawn W Crowley Casper, WY
Alicyn A Davis Casper, WY
Richard J Derby Casper, WY
Lillian C Dinges Casper, WY
Michael A Duffey Casper, WY
Marilyn  Dymond Wagner Casper, WY
Kimberly R Forgey Casper, WY
Jennifer L Harshman Casper, WY
Dustin D Haverlock Casper, WY
Nicole M Hool Casper, WY
Christine E Hoskins Casper, WY
Erik D Hudson Casper, WY
Amy D Hunter Casper, WY
Melissa A Hurd Casper, WY
Aryn R Hurt Casper, WY
Kathy E Johnson Casper, WY
Lisa J Johnson Casper, WY
Sharon K Johnson Casper, WY
Valeria J Johnson Casper, WY
Vicky R Kelly Casper, WY
Heidi L Kriegh Casper, WY
Tammie D Lamb Casper, WY
Gale L Lara Casper, WY
Jean F Lawlor Casper, WY
Heidi M Limmer Casper, WY
Wendy J Lucas Casper, WY
Becky S MacPherson Casper, WY
Maira A Magana Casper, WY
Jeffrey S Masters Casper, WY
Everett I Maynard Casper, WY
Kevin J McDermott Casper, WY
Ty O McDowell Casper, WY
Jade R McMichael Casper, WY
Robyn K Meyer Casper, WY
Kenith R Middleton Casper, WY
Jeanne M Miller Casper, WY
Linda B Miller Casper, WY
Violeta G Montes de Oca Casper, WY
Carolyn M Moore Casper, WY
Shelley S Nichols Casper, WY
John K Niegisch Casper, WY
William R Norris Casper, WY
Dwan G Orr Casper, WY
Duane D Ottema Casper, WY
Heather C Pauline Casper, WY
Mildred L Payette Casper, WY
Carrie A Pellegrini Casper, WY
Leslie M Plett Casper, WY
Tina K Ross Casper, WY
Brandy L Sargent Casper, WY
Jerry R Shafer Casper, WY
Roberta J Shepperson Casper, WY
Elisabeth E Shipley Casper, WY
Christian A Simon Casper, WY
Matthew R Simoneaux Casper, WY
Lisa M Smith Casper, WY
Scharlotte M Smith Casper, WY
Diana R Sojourner Casper, WY
Nikki L Sweets Casper, WY
Wendy K Trembath Casper, WY
Sherri L Trujillo Casper, WY
Polly S Tufly Casper, WY
Aaron S Utton Casper, WY
Emily A Ward Casper, WY
Tori E Wasserman Casper, WY
Rich N Weaver Casper, WY
Jennifer L Wells Casper, WY
Amy J Whitman Casper, WY
Tausha A Willard Casper, WY
Cherry  Yann Casper, WY
Jewel M Carlson Casper, WY
Jamie D Ostermyer Casper, WY
Emilee N Scholtz Casper, WY
Isaac A Wentz Casper, WY
Danielle D Bassler Casper, WY
Ammon S Beddes Casper, WY
Candace  Beddes Casper, WY
Dawnie E Bernat Casper, WY
Crystal R Blankenship Casper, WY
Theresa A Boid Casper, WY
Eric J Brandon Casper, WY
Kellie C Brodrecht Casper, WY
Timothy J Brown Casper, WY
Casey M Chapman-Luckenbill Casper, WY
Lesa R Daniels Casper, WY
Susan L De Leeuw Casper, WY
Kelly L DeLap Casper, WY
Sandra A Dixon Casper, WY
Stacie L Dowler Casper, WY
Brian W Eleson Casper, WY
Kelly L Gangwish Casper, WY
Jennifer L Garnier Casper, WY
Christopher K Garwood Casper, WY
Melissa A Gates Casper, WY
Erin E Gazda Casper, WY
Heather J Gilmore Casper, WY
Lea E Goering Casper, WY
Shane M Harkins Casper, WY
Tyler C Hart Casper, WY
Shannon M Hillibush Casper, WY
Andrew D Hilston Casper, WY
Courtney A Houston Casper, WY
Janet E Hoyt Casper, WY
Ryan T Hughes Casper, WY
Mario E Jimenez Casper, WY
Rebecca A Johnson Casper, WY
Jennifer E Kessner Casper, WY
Lindsey L Kirkaldie Casper, WY
Elizabeth A Kuhnel Casper, WY
Charlene M Labrum Casper, WY
Dan C LaPlatney Casper, WY
Andrea M Long Casper, WY
Corrie L Lubenow Casper, WY
Charlene R McAulay Casper, WY
Wanda K McLean Casper, WY
Ashkia L Mestack Casper, WY
James J Meyer Casper, WY
Mark D Miller Casper, WY
Stacy M Miller Casper, WY
Christine  Monson Casper, WY
Linda A Olsen Casper, WY
Acklyn N Overfield Casper, WY
Jennifer L Paad Casper, WY
Guy V Padgett Casper, WY
Melissa L Palm Casper, WY
Benjamin I Putnam Casper, WY
Ruth M Putnam Casper, WY
Elizabeth A Restad Casper, WY
Mary A Rodrick Casper, WY
Christina A Rosenof Casper, WY
Starla C Rutz Casper, WY
Zachary D Schneider Casper, WY
Stephanie A Schnitzer Casper, WY
Gayle L Schnorenberg Casper, WY
Heather A Schumann Casper, WY
Elizabeth E Shear Casper, WY
Carol L Siegel Casper, WY
Amy L Smith Casper, WY
Tiffany L Street Casper, WY
Kenneth D Summers Casper, WY
Kyler K Taubert Casper, WY
Francis M Thomas Casper, WY
Shelly A Thomas Casper, WY
Kayla G Walker Casper, WY
Troy G Wellmaker Casper, WY
Candace B Williams Casper, WY
Kimberly D Wilson Casper, WY
Carmen A Young Casper, WY
Nicole L Brown Casper, WY
Nichole M Copper Casper, WY
Kendra L David Casper, WY
Pamela J Ingle-Boland Casper, WY
Sesha N Irwin Casper, WY
Miranda O Nelson Casper, WY
Stephanie L Adams Casper, WY
Amy N Albert Casper, WY
Natasha L Badger Casper, WY
Crystal L Balerio Casper, WY
Cynthia J Bower Casper, WY
Elise M Butler Casper, WY
Dwayne E Clark Casper, WY
Emily J Claunch Casper, WY
Beth M Cross Casper, WY
Donna G Deffke Casper, WY
Sarah N Deschenes Casper, WY
Trisha L Dorough Casper, WY
Kyle J Dye Casper, WY
Meagan M Dye Casper, WY
Casey M Dyer Casper, WY
Sarah A Feeney Casper, WY
Aaron L Finch Casper, WY
Rebecca A Grace Casper, WY
Angela R Hick Casper, WY
Cheryl R Hunt Casper, WY
Talia A Jackson Casper, WY
Kimberly J Jenkins Casper, WY
Richard L Kennedy Casper, WY
Jim M Kirkendall Casper, WY
Anna M Lavin Casper, WY
Sarah J Lenhart Casper, WY
Rebecca S Lussier Casper, WY
William R Maggard Casper, WY
Cheryl A Mandich Casper, WY
Brandy A Martinez Casper, WY
Sherri I Martin Casper, WY
DeMetri N Moon Casper, WY
Diana R Nooney-Hough Casper, WY
Monica R Patro Casper, WY
Sarah L Phillipps Casper, WY
Russell W Poer Casper, WY
Amanda B Reinhardt Casper, WY
Ferris J Rorabaugh Casper, WY
Shelley A Sands Casper, WY
Robbin D Shaeffer Casper, WY
Howard L Shaw Jr Casper, WY
Heather L Sides Casper, WY
Evan L Slafter Casper, WY
Steven S Smith Casper, WY
Kayci L Stripling Casper, WY
Gregory H Tanner Casper, WY
Darrin A Tromble Casper, WY
Kody J Wheeler Casper, WY
Tanesia L Sternhagen Casper, WY
Lisa K Chadwick Douglas, WY
Connie M Harn Douglas, WY
Renee T Kane Douglas, WY
Kwenna M Swanson Douglas, WY
Carman R Adams Evansville, WY
Shannan E Daley Evansville, WY
Marlo S Ferris Evansville, WY
Marshall T Jefcoat Evansville, WY
Susan M Mayo Evansville, WY
Cody E McVay Evansville, WY
Shad Q Rodgers Evansville, WY
Christina A Zarate Evansville, WY
Renee M Manzanares Fort Washakie, WY
Lindsey L Delauter Gillette, WY
Amanda L Puls Gillette, WY
Kristina A Deiss Gillette, WY
LouAnn  McClure Gillette, WY
Tyler  McLaughlin Gillette, WY
Bridget A Neal Gillette, WY
Jessica M Barnes Glenrock, WY
Carolyn M Bell Glenrock, WY
David F Bolte Glenrock, WY
Katie M Fargen Glenrock, WY
Cari M Knerr Glenrock, WY
Andrew H Kruse Glenrock, WY
Andrea D Nelson Glenrock, WY
Reid Z Phifer Glenrock, WY
Katrina R Rasmussen Glenrock, WY
Justin J Scott Glenrock, WY
Jessica L Wright Glenrock, WY
Rebecca S Figgins Green River, WY
Deb  Knudsen Green River, WY
Mariah  Lesoon Grover, WY
Kimberly K Trefren Jackson, WY
Jenny L Bly Kaycee, WY
Shirley M McKenna Kaycee, WY
Lori C Straub Kaycee, WY
Terra M Hubenka Lander, WY
Stanley L McDowell Lander, WY
Douglas G Zimmer Lewistown, MT
Jeanine S Larson Lusk, WY
Dana L Dolenc Mills, WY
Heather A Pickett Mills, WY
Linda L Schulz Mills, WY
Leann R Stover Mills, WY
Brenda K Mahoney Moorcroft, WY
Lynn C Busskohl Newcastle, WY
Christopher S Dutcher Newcastle, WY
Jody L Purviance Newcastle, WY
John T Hink Onalaska, WI
Robert J Tomac Rapid City, SD
Cherie L Hicken Rawlins, WY
Corinne R Schisel Rawlins, WY
Kathy  Skelley Rawlins, WY
Jessica M Bath Riverton, WY
Katheleen K King Riverton, WY
Angela L Lake Riverton, WY
Sundell R Lepe Riverton, WY
Jeanine M Morgan Riverton, WY
Frankye S Chandler Sheridan, WY
Theresa J Hamilton Sheridan, WY
Antoninette  Kassen Sheridan, WY
Hollee A Lane Sheridan, WY
Amanda J Larue Sheridan, WY
Kylee J Apland Thermopolis, WY
Janet K Broers Torrington, WY
Mark L Estes Torrington, WY
Jamie J Foltz Torrington, WY
Kyle T Buxton Trabuco Canyon, CA
Brady G Balzan Wheatland, WY
Merri M Miller Worland, WY
Samuel T Shaffer II Wright, WY

Thursday, March 8, 2007
KENNEDY-MILLIKEN SCHOLARSHIP AVAILABLE

Applications are now being taken for the Jacob Kennedy – Emily Milliken Scholarship. The scholarship will provide $750 to one Natrona County High School and one Kelly Walsh High School graduating senior planning to attend Casper College full time (12 credits or more a semester.)

The scholarship was established in September 2006, by the families of Kennedy and Milliken in memory of the teens who were killed in an automobile accident on Alcova Highway July 4.

To qualify, applicants must have a grade point average of at least 2.5 and be eligible for the Hathaway Scholarship and be committed to making reasonable progress toward the degree they are seeking.

In addition, successful applicants must “demonstrate their commitment to an active and balanced lifestyle including participation in school activities, have a record of community service both in and beyond school, and have a positive vision of their career life goals and objectives,” says Paul Hallock, Casper College Foundation director.
“We are pleased that these two families have established this scholarship in honor of their children and hope that N.C. and K.W. seniors will take advantage of this opportunity,” Hallock added.

Applications are available in the counselor’s office at both N.C. and K.W. and at the Casper College Financial Aid Office located in the Administration Building, Room 114. Completed applications must be received by Monday, April 9.

Thursday, March 1, 2007
ALCOHOL, COMMUNITY TOPIC OF UW/CC FACULTY FORUM

Ernie Johnson, lecturer of criminal justice for the University of Wyoming/Casper College (UW/CC) Center, will address alcohol usage and its effects on the community in a faculty research forum on March 7 from 12 – 1:30 p.m. at Casper College’s Strausner Student Center, Room 217.

His presentation will incorporate information received from a two-year study conducted by the Wyoming Association of Sheriffs and Chiefs of Police and funded by the Wyoming Department of Transportation, the most recent data having been collected from all 23 counties in Wyoming.

The study shows statistics of individuals from each county who were arrested for driving under the influence, public intoxication and other alcohol-related offenses. Alcohol was a factor in more than 60 percent of the arrests made in the two-year study, while 25 percent of offenders jailed in Wyoming were arrested for driving under the influence. According to the study, the average blood-alcohol content for persons who were arrested for driving under the influence was .1639, more than double the blood-alcohol content legal limit of .08.

“We need to figure some solutions,” Johnson said. “Alcohol is driving a lot of our issues.”

Casper recently established a liquor task force that is working on issues involving alcohol that are impacting the community. The task force is actively trying to find solutions that will make a difference, said Johnson.

Wednesday, February 28, 2007
“PERFECT PLAY” COMES TO KRAMPERT THEATRE

Shakespeare’s “As You Like It,” called “the perfect play for Wyoming,” will be performed at the Gertrude Krampert Theatre Friday, March 2 through Saturday, March 10.

Set in two locales, the court of Duke Frederick and the “idyllic” Forest of Arden, “As You Like It” has as its theme “the benefit of country life over the overly civilized, socialized and structured life of the court or city life,” says director Tom Empey.

More importantly, perhaps, is that this “perfect play for Wyoming” is one brimming with humor and understandable language. “This is so easy to follow and understand, and it is really a very funny comedy,” notes Empey.

In addition to the comedic aspects, the college’s production of “As You Like It” includes five songs composed for the show by James Olm, Casper College musical theatre instructor. “The songs Jim has composed are very important to the romantic and comedic aspects of this show,” Empey says.

The show also boasts an actual pool of water on stage as part of the representation of the Forest of Arden. “Sean McIntosh, our theatre design instructor, has created a spectacular set for this play featuring both the court of Duke Frederick and a fantasy forest. The set feels huge,” says Empey.

Not to be outdone, Douglas Garland, Casper College theatre costuming instructor, has created costumes that Empey calls flowing, colorful, and very much in the tradition of the late medieval and early Renaissance period.

The cast has also embraced the play. Empey notes that the two-minute wrestling scene was staged by freshman Tyson Smith. “Tyson has a background in pro wrestling and has done a great job staging this scene,” Empey says.

“As You Like It” will begin each night at 7:30 p.m. on the McMurry Main Stage of the Krampert Theatre. The Thursday, March 8 show will be signed for the hearing impaired. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students 5 to 18.

Tickets may be purchased on line at www.caspercollege.edu/theatre or by calling 268-2500, toll free 800-442-2963, ext. 2500 or at the box office one hour before each show. The box office is open daily from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Thursday, March 1, 2007
CAT IN THE HAT HEADS TO THE BEACH FOR READING EVENT

Dr. Seuss’s popular “Cat in the Hat,” the Casper College Student Wyoming Education Association (SWEA) club and the Natrona County Public Library (NCPL) are hosting a Read Across America event on Monday, March 5 from 7 to 8 p.m. in the library.

“To honor the good doctor and celebrate the fun and value of reading our celebration brings a beach front theme to the library. Children may search for seashells in a kiddie pool, compete in the hula hoop contest, catch some fish, do the limbo, have their faces painted or participate in any of the other activities planned for the event,” says Nancy Vreeland, Casper College paraeducator instructor and coordinator. Of course, the Cat in the Hat will be on hand to entertain as well.
Each child attending the event will receive a book to keep, courtesy of the Casper College SWEA. “Our goal is to show community children the joy of reading,” says Vreeland.

The event is free and open to all children. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Monday, April 30, 2007
HARP RECITAL FEATURES STUDENT AND GUEST ARTISTS
 
Casper College sophomore music performance-instrumental major Cynthia Bower will give a recital on the harp on Friday, May 4 at 7 p.m. in Durham Hall, located in the Aley Fine Arts Center.

Bower, the student of Casper College harp instructor Connie Wallace, will perform several solo pieces and also some ensemble pieces. For the ensemble pieces Bower will be joined by Casper College instructors Jianjun He and Wallace as well as Marianne Mabey and Gary Pehrson.

“Classical and Celtic music will be the mainstay of the program selections,” says Deanna Dyer, academic program support specialist. In addition, listeners will also be treated to American folk songs and spirituals.

The recital is free and open to all, and a reception will follow.

Monday, April 30, 2007
SHARMAN ANNOUNCES T-BIRD RECRUITING CLASS

A pair of Wyoming hitters, one from Star Valley and one from Kaycee, headline the Casper College volleyball recruiting class which was announced Monday by the school.

Afton’s Vanessa Muir and Kaycee’s Breanne Tobin join Cherise Bona of Taylorsville, Utah and Savanna Searle of Shelley, Idaho as the newest Thunderbirds, according to coach Angel Sharman.

Sharman said she likes what the newest signees bring to the program. “I’m excited because these are great young ladies on and off the court,” Sharman said. “I think they will have a big impact for us. We’ve got shoes to fill but I think they can do that. They should make our sophomores step up.”

Muir is a 6-foot middle blocker who earned all-state honors for coach Brandy Taylor and the Lady Braves. She participated in basketball and track and was a state 3A high jump champion as a junior. Muir received the Distinguished Scholastic Achievement award following her junior year.

Tobin, a 5-6 setter/outside hitter, had 164 kills last fall for the Buckaroos. She was a two-time all-conference player for coach Maggie Hokanson.

Bona is a 5-10 outside hitter who captained her team for two years at Taylorsville High School. She averaged 11 kills and three blocks per match as a senior.

Searle is a 5-9 setter who comes from an outstanding Shelley High School program that earned Academic State Champion team honors three years in a row. Searle co-captained both her volleyball and basketball teams and was named to the all area team in volleyball.

Sharman’s Casper College team figures to be one of the favorites in Region IX next season. She has three players returning who earned post-season honors as freshmen to a T-Bird team that finished runner-up in the Region IX tournament.

The T-Bird coach loses Academic All-Americans Shandi Foos (Yoder) and Kylie Peck (Casper-Natrona), along with Amy Nelson (Lusk), Afton Meeks (Rawlins) and Brooke Baker (Dubois).

During her six-year tenure as CC coach, the Thunderbirds have averaged more than 30 match wins per season and won the regional championship in 2003.

Monday, April 30, 2007
CASPER HOSTS UW OUTREACH SCHOOL INFORMATION SESSION

Representatives of the University of Wyoming Outreach School and Casper College will present information to Casper area residents about statewide educational opportunities in an open forum on May 8 at 6:30 p.m. in the Doornbos Student Lounge in the Casper College Administration Building.

Attendees will learn about various programs that are offered through the UW Outreach School, how distance education works, financial aid opportunities, and general course delivery methods. Admission forms, informational documents, transcript evaluations and academic advising will be available.

Presenters from the University of Wyoming/Casper College (UW/CC) Center will include Brent Pickett, director and associate dean of the UW Outreach School, Scott Seville, associate dean of the UW Outreach School and professor of zoology, Dianne Davis, coordinator of undergraduate advising, and Rod Thompson, assistant professor of technical education. Casper College will be represented by Kyla Foltz, admissions representative.

“This will be a forum where potential students can learn about the higher education possibilities that are open to them, whether at the associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree level,” said Pickett. “The University of Wyoming and Casper College will have representatives available to answer the full range of questions persons might have, without having to go from office to office.”

For more information, contact the UW/CC Center at 268-2713.

Thursday, April 26, 2007
JAZZ COMBOS HEADLINE METRO

Two Casper College jazz combos will be headlining at the Metro Coffee Company on Sunday, April 29 beginning at 6 p.m.

According to Robert Kleinschmidt, both the Mary Combo and the Tracy Pfau Combo will be in concert at the popular coffee house playing a wide variety of recognizable jazz tunes.

Kleinschmidt, Casper College woodwind instructor, directs the Mary Combo while Pfau, Casper College guitar and jazz instructor, directs the Tracy Pfau Combo.

The concert is free and open to all.

Thursday, April 26, 2007
CAST IRON DUTCH OVEN COOKING CLASS SET

A one-day class in cast iron Dutch oven cooking is being offered through Casper College on Saturday, May 5 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

“Dutch Oven Cooking” (CMSV 0119 80) will instruct students on the types of cast iron, how to season, clean and store cast iron, and choices of heat sources, according to Jan Burnett, co-instructor.

“Carolyn Buff and I will help students discover the joy of Dutch oven cooking on this one-day outing to Edness Kimball Wilkins State Park, located east of Casper. Students will have fun preparing, cooking, and enjoying a complete dinner,” said Burnett.

In addition, students will learn the history of the area along the North Platte River and the Oregon Trail, and will receive a Dutch oven cookbook to take home, said Burnett.

To register or for more information, call Casper College at 268-2100.

Friday, April 27, 2007
CC RUNS FIRST SOAP BOX DERBY

Casper College is inviting everyone to come join the fun and excitement of its first-ever Casper College Soap Box Derby Car Race today beginning at 8 a.m. and lasting until noon.

The derby will feature over 30 races in a double-elimination tournament. Races will begin at the top of the hill near the Thunderbird Gymnasium, past the Gertrude Krampert Theatre on the right and around the corner ending on the north side of the Aley Fine Arts Center.

In addition to the race action, breakfast will be served and music provided during the entire event. In addition to the best of show, there will also be a best of costume contest for all spectators.

Spectator parking will be at the Gertrude Krampert Theatre Complex parking lot. The Casper College Soap Box Derby Car Race is free and open to all.

Tuesday, April 24, 2007
T-BIRDS’ REIMINK SIGNS WITH COLORADO STATE

Carine Reimink helped bring the Casper College women’s basketball team back to prominence this season.

Colorado State University hopes she can do the same. The 6-1 power forward signed a national letter of intent Tuesday to play basketball in Fort Collins for the next two seasons.

Reimink helped the T-Birds win 48 games over the past two seasons. She earned NJCAA All-America honors after averaging 10.6 points and 6.5 rebounds per game as a sophomore.

A native of Gold Coast, Australia, Reimink was an all-Region IX and all-tournament performer this season.

Angelo Hill said Reimink picked Colorado State because the school has a good physical therapy program. “That’s what we want for our kids; that they meet their academic needs first, and then find a good fit where they can play basketball,” Hill said, adding that Reimink had narrowed her choice to CSU and San Diego State.

Reimink, for at least two games, will be playing against her former teammate next season. When CSU plays at the University of Wyoming, she will likely match up against Justyna Podziemska. Two other T-Bird teammates, Kylee Rinehart and Lizzie Cooper, have signed to play with the University of Northern Colorado.

Tuesday, April 24, 2007
BROWN SIGNS WITH NEBRASKA-OMAHA

Casper College guard Mary Brown, the inside-outside threat who helped lead the T-Birds to a national junior college tournament appearance this year, will be playing for Nebraska-Omaha next season.

The Thermopolis native signed her letter of intent Tuesday. Brown returned to Casper College this year after a freshman season at the University of Wyoming. She averaged 10 points and 5 rebounds per game as a sophomore and earned all-Region IX honors for the T-Birds, who finished the season at 26-9.

“Academically Mary has made a great choice,” CC coach Angelo Hill said. “She wants to be a dentist someday and Omaha is a great place for her to pursue her studies. We are very happy for Mary and wish her the very best.”

Tuesday, April 24, 2007
OCHILTREES SAY GOODBYE TO CASPER COLLEGE AND TOWN
Farewell retirement reception set

A retirement reception will be held in honor of Casper College employees Jim and Barbara Ochiltree.

Ochiltree has been employed at Casper College since August 1985. His wife began work at the college two years later in 1987. Ochiltree is currently the vice president of student services and Mrs. Ochiltree works in the Adult Basic Education (ABE)/GED Center in recruitment and retention.

“We hope that community members will come join the Ochiltree’s many colleagues and friends as we wish them a fond farewell from Casper College and Casper,” says Lisa Icenogle, information coordinator.

The free reception will be held on Friday, April 27 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Doornbos Student Lounge located in the Administration Building.

Tuesday, April 24, 2007
“FLIGHT” TAKES WING MAY 4

The final play of the 2006-2007 academic year will begin on Friday, May 4 in the Black Box Theatre in the Gertrude Krampert Theatre Complex.

“Flight,” an original play by Arthur Giron, tells the story of the Wright Brothers. Beginning in 1900, Kitty Hawk, N. C., the story then moves in flashback to 1879 and Dayton, Ohio, the home of the Wright family. The play then continues to shift backward and forward in time, and between Dayton and Kitty Hawk, according to Rich Burk, director.

A playwright and educator, Giron was named “one of our best contemporary dramatists” by critic Rosette La Mont when his play “Edith Stein” premiered in New York. Giron is a founding member of The Ensemble Studio Theatre in New York and was head of the Graduate Playwriting Program at Carnegie Mellon University (where he was given the Hornbostel Award in Teaching Excellence). Since then, he has held workshops all over the country. “Flight,” recently completed a national tour of 120 cities, said Burk.

The play was originally suggested to Burk by Jim Olm, music theatre and voice instructor. “When Jim suggested ‘Flight’ last year, it was with the idea that we could have Arthur come to campus and work with our students,” says Burk. “When I met Arthur in New York last August, I found a man who is filled with passion for theatre, and anxious to share that passion. What a wonderful example he has been for our students here at Casper College,” Burk notes.

Originally written without music, “Flight” has become a musical of sorts thanks to the composing talents of Olm. According to Olm the music represents many emotions reflective of the characters in the play. “The audience will hear the songs and representations of father Milton Wright’s dreams for his sons – those of religious, traditional hymnology music. Then on the other side of the spectrum, the audience will also hear the songs and representations of Orville and Wilbur’s personal dreams of flight – those of impressionistic, 20th century ‘Debussian’-type music,” says Olm.

“Flight” will run May 4 and 5 and May 8 through 12 beginning each night at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students ages 5 to 18 and are available at the Krampert Theatre box office (open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday), by calling 268-2500, by logging on to www.caspercollege.edu, or one hour before show time for that show only. Tickets will go on sale Monday, April 30.

Monday, April 23, 2007
PIANISTS TO PERFORM IN RECITAL

Listeners will be treated to not one, but two pianists performing in a free recital on Sunday, April 29 at 3 p.m. in Durham Hall, located in the Aley Fine Arts Center.

Casper College music education students Paula Flynn, (Glenrock, Wyo.), and Sherri Bertagnole, (Wright, Wyo.) will perform separately, and end the recital in a duet by Ravel.

According to Eric Unruh, two Kabalevsky (an important 20th century Russian composer) works will be performed. “A set of ‘Variations’ explores new, creative ways to manipulate melodic material. The ‘Sonata No. 3 in F Major’ is a monumental work in three movements, with expressive ties to the Romantic period, mild 20th century dissonances and energetic rhythms, lyricism that can hypnotize the listener, and a distinctive, unmistakable Russian sonority.  Both works, perhaps new to Casper audiences, are accessible to the listener,” says Unruh, fine arts division chair and piano instructor at Casper College.

The duet to be performed by Flynn and Bertagnole, “Mother Goose Suite” by Maurice Ravel, is a famous work in five movements “that has charmed audiences for years, in both it's original piano duet form, and an orchestral arrangement Listeners will enjoy hearing Ravel's interpretation of ‘Tom Thumb,’ ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ ‘The Enchanted Garden,’ and more. The Flynn/Bertagnole performance is very sensitive, intimate, and colorful,” notes Unruh.

“This concert will showcase the brilliance, talent, technique, and superb musicianship of these two fine pianists, says Unruh.

According to Unruh, both pianists are recipients of the Charles and Cara Lou Chapman Piano Scholarship, established by the late “Chappy” Chapman to encourage excellence in piano performance.

Flynn has an A.F.A. in music education with an emphasis in piano performance from Casper College. Bertagnole is a freshman piano major at the college. Both pianists study with Unruh.

A reception will follow the performance.

Monday, April 23, 2007
REIMINK, PAWLACZYK EARN ALL AMERICA HONORS FROM NJCAA

Carrine Reimink and Magdalena Pawlaczyk, the twin towers who helped Casper College to its first Region IX championship in six seasons, have both been named to the National Junior College Athletic Association’s All America team.

Pawlaczyk is a two-time all Region IX player from Wroclaw, Poland. She averaged 9.7 points and 7.6 rebounds per game. She is on her way to Texas-San Antonio next season. Reimink is a two-time all Region IX tournament player who averaged 10.6 points and 6.5 rebounds her sophomore season. Reimink has narrowed her choices for next year to San Diego State and Colorado State.

‘We think this is the first time in program history that Casper College has had two players from the same team make the All-America team,” said coach Angelo Hill, who led the T-Birds to a 26-9 season. “It’s a real tribute to two young ladies who have meant a great deal to our program.”

Reimink and Pawlaczyk both earned “honorable mention” honors.

T-BIRD NOTES:
Pawlaczyk was one of the players to receive additional accolades at the Casper College awards banquet last week. Pawlaczyk was honored with the Jean Wheatley award, given to young ladies for their efforts on the court and in the classroom. Wheatley, the former athletic director at Casper College, presented the award. Andy Pokorny, a sophomore from Laramie, received the Warren Winter “Mr. T-Bird” award, which recognizes scholarship, citizenship and on the court performance. Kylie Peck, a sophomore from Casper Natrona, was named the outstanding volleyball player. Pokorny, an all Region IX performer, announced last week that he has signed a letter of intent to play basketball next season at Regis College in Denver.

Monday, April 23, 2007
BECKER LANDS TWO MORE IN-STATE STARS

Casper College men’s basketball coach Gary Becker announced Monday that he has signed two more in-state players to national letters of intent.

Ryan Allen, a 6-8 post player from Torrington, and Marshall Kelly, a 6-5 swingman from Laramie are the latest signees for Becker. They join 6-2 guard Brian Ridgeway of Kelly Walsh and 6-4 Louis Ferguson as the newest Thunderbirds. Ridgeway signed last week and Ferguson, from Burns High School, just spent a red shirt season with the T-Birds and will be a freshman next fall.

Both Allen and Kelly earned first team all-state honors. Allen was recently honored as the top player in the panhandle region by the Scottsbluff Star Herald newspaper. He averaged 21 points and eight rebounds and helped the Trailblazers to a fourth-place finish in the state 3A tournament.

“Anytime you can sign somebody from Wyoming with his size it’s good,” Becker said. “His best playing years are ahead of him, and I know he will work hard to be a good player at this level.”

Kelly was the fifth leading scorer in Class 4A this past season. He led the Plainsmen on that improbable run through the post season, where they shocked Gillette and Evanston in the state tournament and ultimately finished runner-up to Casper Natrona. Kelly averaged 16 points and 10 rebounds during the tournament. He scored 25 points in the Plainsmen’s upset of Rock Springs at regionals.

“When I watched Marshal during the state tournament I liked him more with every game,” Becker said. “He’s the type of player that I like because he works hard at both ends of the floor.”

Becker guided the T-Birds to a 17-13 record and a runner-up finish in the Region IX tournament in his first year as CC’s men’s coach. He said that one of his goals going into the off-season was to sign as many Wyoming and regional players as he could.

“My goal was to land the best players in the state,” he said. “I think we have done that.”

Becker hopes to sign one or two more Cowboy State players, too. “I’m pleased with what we have been able to do so far,” he said.

The T-Bird coach said he hopes to sign four or five more players before wrapping up his recruiting efforts. Five players, including all-Region IX forward Josh Davis and point guard David McKinnie, are expected to return next season for Becker.

Monday, April 23, 2007
LVC HONORS LOCAL EDUCATOR

Literacy Volunteers of Casper (LVC) honored local educator Jim Zierden with its Community Recognition Award at its banquet recently.

LVC is housed under the Adult Basic Education (ABE)/GED Center at Casper College. Each Tuesday the center runs three GED student orientations for those new to the GED program.

“Jim voluntarily comes to these new student orientations every week, and has for the past two years,” says Connie Coleman, ABE/GED instructor. “As the representative from the Natrona County School District, when it is Jim’s turn to speak, he begins by congratulating each student for pursuing the GED. In his soft-spoken, caring way, he offers to meet with students over a cup of coffee to find out why they’ve left school, adds Coleman.

Through his visits with these students, Zierden tries to “find out if there is something that the school district can do to recapture the student and what the school district could do to prevent others from dropping out,” says Coleman. “He is a ‘gentle warrior’ on behalf of students who may not otherwise have their voices heard and he has compassion and genuine sincerity,” she notes.

Recipients for the Community Recognition Award are chosen based on their dedication to education, particularly adult education and literacy. Past recipients include (the late) Dr. Scott Loe, Ralph's Books and Blue Heron Books, Natrona County Detention Center, Casper Workforce Center, and Natrona County Republican Women, according to Coleman.

Monday, April 23, 2007
UWCC STUDENTS HONORED AT LUNCHEON

Ten students from the University of Wyoming/Casper College (UW/CC) Center were honored at a recent luncheon for their academic achievements and community service. As recipients of the Myra Fox Skelton Foundation scholarships, the students expressed their gratitude to the Foundation for allowing them to complete their education while participating in their children’s lives and serving their community.

Funds are awarded annually to single parents who achieve academic success at the UW/CC Center and participate in community service activities. The monthly stipends allowed students to reduce workloads, giving them time to study and spend with their children.

Myra Fox Skelton, the benefactor of the funds, dedicated her life to church, education, and charity. She was elected superintendent of schools in Hot Springs County at age 23 – the youngest person to ever hold that office in Wyoming. Upon her death in 1986, Skelton’s estate was entrusted to the Foundation for annual distribution toward the causes to which she felt endeared, said Donald Chapin, a Myra Fox Skelton Foundation trustee.

The 2006 – 2007 Myra Fox Skelton scholars are: biology major Cheryl Mandich of Casper; secondary science education/biology major Kelly Keenan of Avinger, Texas; secondary science education major Kayci Stripling of Casper; elementary education majors Julie Slate, Megan Bickling, and Andra Arnold of Casper; psychology majors Angela Fankhauser of Casper and Amanda Annis of Glenrock; and social work majors Roberta Boren and Elizabeth Restad of Casper.

Friday, April 20, 2007
AUDITIONS TO BE HELD FOR BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

The Casper College Department of Theatre and Dance will be holding auditions for the college’s summer musical: “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.”

The musical calls for a cast of 16 men and 15 women ages 15 through 60. There is one role for a boy, age 7 to 11 to play the part of “Chip” the small chipped teacup. “This is a wonderful family musical full of marvelous songs,” says director Tom Empey. “I am hoping that a large number of community members will come and audition for a role in this production.”

Those auditioning are asked to bring 16 to 24 measures of a song that will show the individual’s vocal range. The college will provide an accompanist.

Based on the Academy Award winning animated film, “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” includes all of the marvelous songs from the film as well as several new songs. “This musical has such a good score,” notes Empey.

“Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” tells the story of a young woman, Belle, who discovers that her father is being held captive in an old castle by a beast. Belle trades her freedom for her father’s and during her time of captivity eventually tames the beast.

Auditions will be held on Saturday, April 28 from 2:30 to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, April 29 from 4 to 6 p.m. Appointments to audition can be made by calling the theatre at 268-2365. Callbacks will be held on Monday, May 7 at 7 p.m.

“Beauty and the Beast” will play on the McMurry Main Stage in the Gertrude Krampert Theatre July 13 and 14, 17 through 21 and 24 through 28 each night at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, April 19, 2007
CASPER COLLEGE STUDENT RECEIVES NATIONAL RECOGNITION

Sarah Read, Cheyenne Central High School graduate and Casper College sophomore communications major, has been chosen and recognized as a “2007 New Century Scholar.”

The highest scoring student in each state in the All-USA Academic Team competition was named a New Century Scholar and received a $2,000 scholarship funded by the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation.

Read was flown to Tampa, Fla. late last week where she participated in the 2007 American Association of Community Colleges convention. All 50 winners of the New Century Scholar were honored during a reception attended by community college presidents and officials from throughout the United States.

The daughter of David and Janice Read of Cheyenne, Wyo., Read is a member of the international honor society Phi Theta Kappa and will graduate from Casper College in May with her associate of arts degree in human communications.

The New Century Scholar Program is sponsored by the American Association of Community Colleges, the Coca-Cola Foundation, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation, and Phi Theta Kappa.

Wednesday, April 18, 2007
CASPER COLLEGE BUSY WITH EVOLUTION, DANCE AND COMEDY

Casper College will be busy for the next several days with a discussion on evolution in the classroom, a dance concert that looks at relationships, and a night of sharp-edged comedy.

As part of the Zimmerman Lecture Series, Kefyn Catley will present “Understanding Evolution: A View from the Classroom” on Thursday, April 19 at 7 p.m. in the Wheeler Auditorium located in the Wold Physical Science Center.

Catley is an Assistant Professor of Science Education at Peabody College, Vanderbilt University and of Biology in the Department of Biological Sciences. “My research revolves around the difficulties of understanding evolution and how these difficulties interact with peoples' perceptions of the natural world,” says Catley.

Catley’s presentation is free and open to the public.

Running through Sunday, April 22 is the annual spring dance concert. This year’s concert is entitled “Entrechat” and revolves around relationships throughout everyone’s lives. “In this concert I have tried to show these evolving relationships in ways that hopefully we all can relate to in some way. The concert starts with a group of 10 year olds on a playground and continues to move through their lives,” says Jodi Youmans-Jones, who conceived and choreographed the concert.

The concert will begin each night at 7:30 p.m. through Saturday, April 21 and includes a matinee on Sunday, April 22 at 4 p.m. The concert will take place in the Scifers Dance Performance Theatre in the Gertrude Krampert Theatre Complex. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students 5 to 18. For tickets contact the box office at 268-2500.

Finally the campus will be filled with comedy on the night of Friday, April 20 when comedian Rachel Feinstein takes the stage at Durham Hall located in the Aley Fine Arts Center.

“Feinstein’s comedy is edgy, smart and will leave you laughing hours after she has left the stage,” notes her booking company Bass/Schuler Entertainment. “We think that she will not only appeal to our students, but to the community as well,” adds Jamie Demmitt, student activities coordinator at Casper College.

According to Bass/Schuler Feinstein is the NEW GENERATION of Comedy Central and has been featured on “Insomniac,” “Premium Blend,” “Fresh Faces of Comedy,” and on Court TV’s “Parco PI.”

Rachel Feinstein’s appearance at the college is being sponsored by the Casper College Student Activities Board and is free and open to the public.

Thursday, April 12, 2007
GARNETT PRESENTS WORLD MUSICAL COMMUNITIES AT FREE EVENT

Rod Garnett, professor of music at the University of Wyoming in Laramie, will be the honored speaker for this year’s President’s Speaker Series, hosted by the University of Wyoming/Casper College (UW/CC) Center at the UW Outreach Building (951 N. Poplar) on April 26 at 7 p.m.

The presentation, in which Garnett incorporates three world communities — the Peruvian altiplano, the Celtic regions of Western Europe and Eastern Canada and the island of Bali, Indonesia — will include musical examples from each region. Entertaining and educational, Garnett’s address will include a performance of Irish traditional music on a wooden 19th century flute, Peruvian panpipes, and a Balinese gamelan instrument, which is bright red and gold, and played like a xylophone.

After his nomination by previous nominees, Garnett was selected to give the presentation by UW President Tom Buchanan. His selection was based on the important, well-rounded contributions to the university’s national standing, said the UW Office of Research.

For more information, contact the UW/CC Center at 268-2713.

Wednesday, April 11, 2007
GLENROCK ALL STATER SIGNS WITH LADY T-BIRDS

Josie Stewart, who led Wyoming high school girls basketball in scoring this past season, signed a national junior college letter of intent Tuesday to play for Casper College.

Stewart averaged 21 points and 9 rebounds in leading Glenrock High School to 16 wins and a second place finish in East 3A conference play this year. The 5-9 guard also helped lead Glenrock to a third place finish at the state tournament her junior season. It was Glenrock’s first appearance at state in girls’ basketball.

“She made women's basketball important in Glenrock,” said Tony Lehner, her high school coach. “She turned our program around. She has set the bar pretty high for our young girls coming up.”

Lehner said Stewart chose Casper College because of the level of play and because it is close to home. “We are excited about that because our kids and our fans can get over there to see her play,” he said.

Stewart will be reunited in the T-Bird backcourt with Kelly Fargen, another Herder who will be a CC sophomore next season.

Casper College coach Angelo Hill expects Stewart to have immediate impact for the Thunderbirds. She will be counted on to pick up some of the scoring void left by the departure of seven sophomores. “ We are excited that she will be able to play her natural position at guard,” Hill said. “(Josie) is a tremendously hard worker, with a great work ethic at both ends of the floor. More important, she is a great person. She will be an asset to us on and off the court.”

Hill guided the T-Birds to 26 wins and a national tournament appearance this season and was named Region IX Coach of the Year in March.

Friday, April 6, 2007
GED CENTER SEEKS GRADUATES

The Casper College ABE (Adult Basic Education)/GED Center is seeking those eligible to march at this year’s GED graduation ceremony.“ There are approximately 175 graduates eligible to participate in the ceremony,” says Kelsee Miller, ABE/GED instructor.

According to Miller, graduates may pick up their caps, gowns and graduation announcements beginning April 30.
This year’s graduation ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, May 19 at 2 p.m. in the ‘Swede’ Erickson Thunderbird Gym. It is free and open to the public.

Anyone who has graduated from the ABE/GED Center within the last year should contact Miller at 268-2230.

Friday, April 6, 2007
COMEDY HYPNOTIST FREDERICK WINTERS RETURNS TO CASPER COLLEGE

Back by popular demand, comedy hypnotist Frederick Winters will return to Casper College on Friday, April 13 for another show of comedy hypnosis.

“We keep bringing Frederick back to Casper College because the students just love him,” says Jamie Demmitt, student activities coordinator. In addition to his popularity with the students, Winters has also developed a strong following within the community.

Winters is a certified hynotherapist and one of the busiest performing hypnotists in the United States. Winters changes his show each year “so the students are always fired up,” according to Bass/Schuler Entertainment. Demmitt agrees adding, “Frederick has a great show that always entertains everyone in the house.”

Winters will perform in the Roberts Commons Ballroom beginning at 7 p.m. The show is free and open to the public.

Friday, April 6, 2007
SCOTS POET LUMSDEN TO VISIT CASPER

Award-winning Scots poet Roddy Lumsden will perform a poetry reading on Saturday, April 14 at 4 p.m. at the Casper College Administration Building Room 198.

Sponsored by the Visiting Writers Series of the University of Wyoming’s fine arts master’s degree program, Lumsden will be joined by Craig Arnold, assistant professor of English at the University of Wyoming and Tom Rea, Casper author, who will lead a post-reading discussion.

Lumsden has published four books of poetry, including “Yeah Yeah Yeah,” “The Book of Love, which was short-listed for Britain’s prestigious T.S. Eliot Prize, “Roddy Lumsden is Dead,” and most recently “Mischief Night – New & Selected Poems.”

Originally from St. Andrews, Scotland, Lumsden now lives in London, where he teaches at City University and other colleges. A popular performer of his work, he has read widely in the United Kingdom and the United States, as well as in Sweden, Ireland and the Philippines.

Lumsden’s poems are chronicles of longing and heartbreak, booze and the blues. As erudite as they are hip, their humor is shot through with surprising touches of tenderness and sensuality. In the words of one reviewer, “they would be better shouted across a crowded pub, or gasped out in a motel room, or recited drunkenly at funerals and christenings.” A longtime aficionado of rock music, he has also served as poet-in-residence to the music industry.
Lumsden once made a living of sorts playing quiz machines in Edinburgh, and he works as a puzzle writer for British Broadcasting Company’s MindGames magazine.  His book “Vitamin Q” — and its related blog, “Vitamin P” — is “a temple of trivia lists and curious words,” and shows his vast knowledge of the delightful quirks and oddities of language and popular culture.

The event is free and open to the public. It is co-sponsored by the University of Wyoming/Casper College Center, Casper College and the Casper College Literary Committee.

For more information, visit the following Web sites:
www.uwyo.edu/creativewriting
www.bloodaxebooks.com/personpage.asp?author=Roddy+Lumsden
http://www.vitaminq.blogspot.com/

Thursday, April 5, 2007
T-BIRDS HOST 52ND ANNUAL ROPIN’ AND RIGGIN’ DAYS
CC teams hoping for home Arena advantage

Fifty-two years ago, Dale Stiles decided that Casper College should host a rodeo.

No two-year college had ever done that, but Stiles knew what he was doing and a half century later cowboys and cowgirls from throughout the Rocky Mountain Region still converge on Casper for the Ropin’ and Riggin’ Days Rodeo.
Now named in Stiles’ honor, this year’s event runs April 13-15 at the Central Wyoming Fairgrounds Arena building. Performances are slated for 7 p.m. Friday, 1 and 7 p.m. Saturday and noon Sunday. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for students.

Hank Franzen and Jim Johnstone, two of Stiles’ former cowboys, will be providing the stock, and local announcer J.W. Kinder will be behind the microphone.

Saturday night’s performance will feature the now popular “Wild Ride” event. Every team picks a representative, who is judged not only on his ability to ride a bucking horse, but also on dramatics and showmanship.

CC rodeo coach Tom Parker says his team is always excited about “coming home” for their rodeo. The T-Birds spend the rest of the season – 11 rodeos in all – on the road during the fall and spring. “It means a lot for the kids to come home and perform in front of their friends and family,” Parker says.

Parker is hoping the home arena advantage will help his contestants. Jake Hamilton had a solid fourth place finish in the calf roping at Colorado State last weekend, and has moved into contention in the tie down roping. O.J. Huxtable (Douglas) ranked eighth in the steer wrestling going into the spring half of the season, but has slipped out of the top 10.

Four of Parker’s cowgirls are in contention to finish in the top three by season’s end but have yet to put together a strong rodeo collectively. Katie Felix (Lander) and Kylee Rinehart (Highmore, S.D.) are in the top 10 in the breakaway roping; Clarissa Tavenner (Idaho) and Carla Weiser are also among the top 10 in the barrel racing. As a team, Casper’s women’s team stands fifth in the region, still within striking distance of the ultimate prize.

The top two teams and the top three individuals in each event at the end of the season qualify for the College National Finals the second week in June at the Casper Events Center.

Tuesday, April 3, 2007
CASPER COLLEGE CLASS NEEDS HORSES

Horses needing to have their hoofs shod or trimmed are needed by the Casper College Agriculture Department for its spring horseshoeing class.

The class, which will be held through Thursday, April 12 will run from 6 to 10 p.m., Monday through Thursday, according to Tom Parker, agriculture instructor.
Taught in the Werner Ag Pavilion on the Casper College campus, the class will need three to four horses to shoe or trim each night.

Parker says owners will be charged only for the materials used on each horse. "It's good timing for those wanting to get their horses shod or trimmed up for the summer," he says.

Anyone interested in providing horses for the class should call Parker at 268-2262.

Thursday, May 24, 2007
ABE/GED ANNOUNCE SUMMER HOURS

Summer hours are now available to those wishing to work on their GED or gain some Adult Basic Education (ABE) skills this summer.

Hours for the Casper College ABE/GED Center, located in the Werner Technical Center on the college campus, are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Hours for the Casper Workforce Center, located at 851 Werner Court, Suite 121, are Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, contact the ABE/GED Center at 268-2230.

Friday, May 18, 2007
ANDERSON SELECTED AS OUTSTANDING ADMINISTRATOR

Kevin Anderson, western history specialist and certified archivist at Casper College, has been selected as the 2007 recipient of the Casper College Outstanding Administrator Award.

The award honors a Casper College administrator and is based on service to the community and Casper College.

Anderson began at Casper College in August 1987. Anderson, “is known for his great passion for the study and preservation of history, particularly history of the western United States,” says Todd Wykert, director of media services at the college. “He was one of the early adopters and proficient users of computers at Casper College, and continues to keep up with the latest uses of technology in his job.”

“Kevin is a great ambassador and resource for the college, giving presentations throughout the year to different groups,” notes Wykert.

“His passion for his work, his interest in people and their stories, his keen intellect and curiosity, his dedication and hard work, have greatly benefited those he has served as well as this institution,” says Wykert.

Each year all Casper College employees are asked to submit the names of those they wish to nominate for the award. Each nominee must then submit a detailed packet of information to a committee to be considered. The committee is composed of administrators who make the final decision for the award.

Thursday, May 17, 2007
GED GRADUATE AND NEUROLOGIST TO SPEAK AT GED CEREMONIES

Casper neurologist David B. Wheeler will be the keynote speaker at the 2007 GED graduation ceremony at Casper College on Saturday, May 19 at the “Swede” Erickson Thunderbird Gymnasium.

According to Kelsee Miller, ABE/GED instructor, Wheeler “dropped out of high school on his 16th birthday and within two months was living in an apartment with some older friends. He worked as a dishwasher then cook for three years before meeting his future wife. She was starting college and her excitement about learning and education was infectious. A year later he obtained his GED then took the ACT.”

Wheeler went on to earn a B.A. in zoology from the University of Montana, a M.Sc. in physiology from the University of Oxford, and a M.D and Ph.D. in neurosciences from Stanford University School of Medicine. Following his internship and residency, Wheeler “went on to acquire special training in the diagnosis and treatment of seizures and epilepsy while completing a fellowship in clinical neurophysiology at Brigham & Women’s Hospital

“Dr. Wheeler is an inspiration to every GED graduate and has a terrific story to tell,” says Miller. Currently Wheeler is in private practice at Wyoming Neurologic Associates in Casper and serves as the Medical Director for the Stroke and Epilepsy programs at Wyoming Medical Center.

According to Miller, approximately 80 graduates will walk at the ceremony, which is free and open to the public. A reception will follow the ceremony.

Wednesday, May 16, 2007
VERITAS HONORS INSTITUTE TO BEGIN FALL 2007

Beginning this fall a new program at Casper College will challenge exceptionally talented and motivated students.

Led by Casper College history instructor Dr. Everett Akam the Veritas Honors Institute is designed to challenge the exceptionally talented and motivated student. “These students will have a sense of community and identity and that they belong to a program while they engage in courses that will give them the background to excel when they transfer to four-year schools and universities,” says Akam.

The Veritas Honors Institute will feature a rigorous academic program, special classes and at least four seminar classes. “The seminar classes will feature timely and relevant topics such as the quest for American identity, the history of totalitarianism and bioethics,” Akam says. Each seminar will be taught by “exceptionally well trained teacher/scholars who love both learning and teaching equally – providing an entirely unique experience for students,” he notes.

Veritas members will participate in field trips to cultural events, conference attendance, informal social gatherings, and fun outdoor activities, “Trips and excursions will be part of the program and will be at no cost to the student,” Akam notes.

Some of the other benefits of the Veritas Honors Institute include increased financial aid of up to $2,000 per year plus Hathaway scholarships for qualifying students, automatic acceptance and transfer to many honors programs in outstanding regional four-year colleges and universities, and special honors designation on transcripts and diplomas. According to Akam the program is limited to 20 students.

According to Akam, the Veritas Honors Institute was named “Veritas” “because I wanted our honors program to distinguish itself from other similar programs in the minds of students, and Veritas in particular because Veritas means truth in Latin. Thus the word connotes the spirit of our program, which is the search for truth first and foremost. The Latin origin also points toward the rich history and tradition of Western civilization.”

To qualify for the Veritas Honors Institute students must have a high school GPA of 3.5 or higher, a composite ACT score of 24 or higher (or SAT of 1200 or higher), or a letter of recommendation from an instructor familiar with the student’s work and promise.

For more information call Casper College at 268-2100, toll free at 800-442-2963 or log onto www.caspercollege.edu.

Wednesday, May 16, 2007
RECEPTION HONORS UW/CC EDUCATION GRADUATES

Forty-two graduates who have earned education degrees through the University of Wyoming/Casper College (UW/CC) Center were honored recently at a pinning ceremony and reception.

Kay Persichitte, director of the College of Education’s Office of Teacher Education in Laramie, congratulated the degree candidates and noted the important work that each new teacher will face.

“As an elementary school teacher, you will reach more than 1,000 students throughout a 30-year career,” said Persichitte. “As a secondary school teacher, you will reach more than 4,500 students.”

After remarks from Jamie Steever, recipient of the 2006 Sue Jorgensen Excellent Student in Education award, and Jeff Pebbles, recipient of the same award in 2007, the education graduates and their mentors were called to the podium to receive their pins.

Following are the graduates who earned their elementary education pins, along with the school where they performed their residency:

Fort Caspar Academy: Marilyn Barella and Jerrie Ferguson; Mills Elementary: Brenda Tucker; Paradise Valley Elementary: Charlotte Benardis, Erin McColley, Dawn McGeowan, Nedra Parrott, Steever, Gretchen Taylor, Carolyn Ashburn, Jessica Christensen, Valerie Lane, and Staci Swenson; Crest Hill Elementary: Catherine Deleeuw, Erin Olson, Tera Petersen, Julie Slate, and Michael Zechiel; Manor Heights Elementary: Megan Bickling, Maria Clements, Jolyn Hallgren, Albert “Buddy” Johnson, Christy Keele, Anna Lavin, and Pebbles; McKinley Elementary: Craig McDaniel, Bridgette Schwindt, Kristi Stringham; North Casper Elementary: Kolleen Buckallew and Stephanie Kinsel; Woods Learning Center: Kendra Bauer.

Following are the graduates who earned their elementary education pins and will continue in a special education master’s program, along with the school where they performed their residency:

Bar Nunn Elementary: Rainey Auen; Evansville Elementary: Dirk Andrews, Michael Botkin, Tennille Grosz, and Ronald Hall; Mills Elementary: Amber Monroe and Linda Willoughby; Pineview Elementary: Barbara Balerio and Theresa Boomer; Poison Spider Elementary: Valeri Hudson and Lynn Jones.

John Kambutu, assistant professor of educational studies at the UW/CC Center, closed the program with inspiring remarks, telling the graduates to instill in their students that “life is good,” and urging them to ignite the spark of curiosity and passion in their students’ learning – to “go light their candles.”

Wednesday, May 16, 2007
FRANKLAND HONORED WITH SCULLY AWARD

Tammy Frankland, Casper College English instructor and language and literature department chair, was honored recently with the Judith Bailey Scully award.

The yearly award, established by Marlan O. Scully in honor of his wife Judith, was designed “... to honor faculty who demonstrate academic excellence as characterized by Judith’s outstanding accomplishments as a Casper College and University of Wyoming student,” says Scully.

Frankland began teaching as an adjunct at the college for the spring 1999 semester in the English department. She was hired full-time starting with the fall 1999 semester and “began teaching with a focus on the developmental studies students in the English Department. She knows exactly what it takes to help these students become successful. She mentored them, and focused on the whole student,” says Carmen Simone, vice president for academic affairs.

“After a few years, she moved into teaching English composition and later became English department head. She and Bob Kleinschmidt (Casper College woodwind instructor) were deeply involved in organizing the first Leadership Institute at Casper College. This is Tammy’s first year as Language and Literature division chair,” adds Simone.

“I continue to be impressed by her dedication to students, her professionalism, and her ability to listen and really hear,” says Simone.

“This award is good for the Casper College faculty in general, because it recognizes the excellence we have in our faculty,” Simone adds.

According to Paul Hallock, director of the Casper College Foundation, the selection committee chose Tammy because of her “excellence in teaching and her availability to students, her willingness to participate on committees at the college and her involvement in both the college and community.”

Frankland received her B.A. in English and psychology from the University of Rochester, her M.A. in English literature from the University of Oklahoma and is currently pursuing her doctorate in community college leadership from Colorado State University.

In addition to the Scully, Frankland has been recognized twice with a Barbara Raymond Scifers Faculty Scholarship available to female faculty at Casper College who are pursuing their doctorate award.
Previous Judith Bailey Scully award recipients include Jodi-Youmans Jones, Casper College dance instructor, in 2005 and Mickie Goodro, Casper College mathematics instructor, in 2006.

Bailey Scully won honors while attending Casper College and took her degree from the University of Wyoming only three years after graduating from Natrona County High School. She then went on to quickly win accreditation in the prestigious New York School System. Bailey Scully is the daughter of Jim and Audrey Bailey of Casper, and the niece of Walter Bailey, a founding father of Casper College.

Tuesday, May 15, 2007
JUDGE DOWNES TO ADDRESS CASPER COLLEGE GRADUATES

William F. Downes, Chief United States District Judge for the District of Wyoming, will be the speaker at the 2007 Casper College Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 18 beginning at 7 p.m.

Judge Downes will present his address to more than 240 Casper College graduates who will participate in the ceremony.

A Boston native, Judge Downes was in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1968 until 1971. He served in Vietnam as an Artillery Officer in the 11th Marines and as a forward observer for the 5th Marine (infantry) Regiment.

Judge Downes came to Wyoming in 1975, shortly after earning his J.D. from the University of Houston Law Center. He previously received a B.A. from the University of North Texas. He was an associate and partner in the Green River Law firm of Clark and Downes until 1978, when he became an associate and partner in the firm of Brown and Drew. He remained in that role until 1994, when he entered into duty as a U.S. district judge. He was elevated to his current role as Chief Judge of the District of Wyoming on July 1, 1999.

As many as 538 students could receive 570 associate degrees for the spring semester, according to Lynn Fletcher, registrar. Of those students, 67 percent are female and the average age is 27.5 years. Students are not required to participate in the commencement ceremony.

Eric Unruh, division chair of the Casper College Fine Arts Division and piano instructor, will perform the preludes and the processional.

The ceremony is free and open to all and will take place at the Casper Events Center.

Tuesday, May 15, 2007
TWO CASPER COLLEGE FACULTY PRESENTED ROSENTHAL AWARDS

William ‘Bill’ Mixer and Anne Rognstad were the winners of Casper College’s Rosenthal Outstanding Faculty Awards for 2007.

Begun in 1987 with a grant provided by Casper resident Jack Rosenthal, two $2500 awards are given to faculty each year.

Mixer, director of the Casper College Environmental Training and Resource Center, began at Casper College January 12, 1983. “Bill developed the water quality program all by himself starting with several classes. The program went from a certificate program to a degree program. Now two degrees exist: water quality and environmental science,” says Mixer’s colleague Megan Graham.

Courses for both programs are offered in the classroom and on the Internet. “His program keeps evolving with the technology of the field and the needs of his students. He still runs classes that are not in a degree program, but are important, including OSHA and fly-fishing classes,” says Graham, electronics instructor at the college. “ Bill is first class in everything he does,” adds Graham, who presented Mixer with his award.

Rognstad, English and reading instructor and director of the Casper College Learning Community Program, began at Casper College on January 2, 1995. “I have known and worked with Anne for over the last 10 years in her position as my former supervisor, as a wonderful colleague, and as a dear friend,” says Karen Moenkhaus, who presented Rognstad with her award.

According to Moenkhaus, Casper College English Lab director, Rognstad has served as the chair of the Demorest Humanities Festival Committee for the past seven years and been co-director for five of the Humanities Festivals and Demorest Lectures Series. She has served on the International Students Advisory Board from its inception in 1998, and last spring Rognstad was asked to be the coordinator for the new Learning Communities Program.

“Anne truly believes that learning should be enjoyable and teaching creative. I think a true testament to Anne’s teaching is reflected in one student’s evaluation who said, ‘I would not have stayed in school without Anne’s support,’” says Moenkhaus.

Each year all Casper College employees are asked to submit the names of those they wish to nominate for the Rosenthal Award. Each nominee must then submit a detailed packet of information to his or her respective committee to be considered. A faculty committee makes the final decision for the two faculty awards.

The award is based on the quality of the packet submitted as well as service to the community and Casper College.

Tuesday, May 8, 2007
TWO RECITALS SET FEATURING TALENTED SINGERS

Two recitals will be held at Casper College featuring the voice students of Jean Marie Tichenor, vocal instructor and music department chair at Casper College.

The first recital, scheduled for Friday, May 11 at 7 p.m. will feature 11 of Tichenor’s students performing a variety of vocal selections. “This recital will cover the gamut of classical vocal styles from art song and opera to Broadway’s ‘Jekyll and Hyde,’” says Tichenor.

The variety of songs will include “selections from the Italian baroque period, Richard Strauss, Gabriel Faure, Stephanbo Donaudy, G.F. Handel and others. The recital will also include a bass aria from Mozart’s ‘Magic Flute,’” Tichenor says.

Students participating in the recital include: Andrea Hampson, Tongue River; Sherri Bertagnole, Wright; Andrew Smyth, Lusk; Brooke Shafer, Rawlins; Dan Bleak, Thermopolis; Jessica Brooks, Gillette; Branden Martinez, Worland; Paula Flynn, Glenrock; Anthony Stengel and Shereen Mosier, Casper, and Kiersten Smothermon, Billings, Mont.

The second recital on Saturday, May 12 will begin at 3 p.m. and will feature sophomore music performance majors Katie Long and Chris Riedl both of Casper. “Both Katie and Chris are outstanding and intend to pursue music careers in Nashville, Tenn. beginning this fall,” notes Tichenor.

“Katie is a mezzo soprano and will sing a variety of songs in English such as ‘The 23rd Psalm’ by Malotte, who also composed the famous ‘Lord’s Prayer’ and two songs by American composer Thomas Pasatieri. Other selections include several opera pieces including one from the baroque opera ‘Ginevra’ by Donmenico Sarri, the famous ‘Sequidille' from the opera ‘Carmen’ by Georges Bizet, and ‘The Song to the Moon’ from ‘Rusalka’ by Antonin Dvorak, which Katie will sing in Czechoslovakian,” says Tichenor.

“Chris will sing English selections by British composers Ivor Gurney and Ralph Vaughan-Williams and by American Paul Bowles. He will sing a Schubert art song and several operatic arias: ‘Si tra i ceppi’ from ‘Berenice’ by G.F. Handel, an aria from ‘The Magic Flute’ my Mozart and an aria from Gharles Gounod's opera ‘Faust.’ The recital will end with a comic duet from ‘The Magic Flute,’” Tichenor says.

Beverly Lorimer will be the accompanist for both recitals and both will be held in Durham Hall, located in the Aley Fine Arts Center. The recitals are free and open to the public.

Tuesday, May 8, 2007
CONCERT AND SIGHT SESSION SET FOR FRIDAY

Durham Hall will be filled with music on Friday, May 11 beginning at 4:30 p.m. with the Natrona County High School Band, members of the Kelly Walsh High School Band, the Casper College Jazz Ensemble and the Casper College Collaborative Sight Band.

“This will be a great concert featuring commercial, dance, jazz and big band music,” says Robert Kleinschmidt, Casper College woodwind instructor.

Following the performance, everyone is welcome to join in and play music. “We are encouraging everyone to bring their instruments with them and join us after the concert to play. The college is looking to form a group of musicians who want to get together on a regular basis and play music by sight,” says Kleinschmidt. “We plan to play until about 6:45 p.m. and we are inviting all ability levels to join us,” he adds.

According to Kleinschmidt, the idea behind the concert and the open band session that will follow is to let the public know that Casper College is a “place where music happens” and is a “center of musical activity.”

Durham Hall is located in the Aley Fine Arts Center. The concert and open session are free and open to all.

Tuesday, May 8, 2007
FILM FESTIVAL PRESENTS LOOKS AT HISPANICS IN WYOMING
The Casper College Multicultural Film Festival will present its second film for the semester, “Resettling the West” on Friday, May 11 at 7 p.m. in the Wheeler Auditorium located in the Wold Physical Science Center.

According to film festival director Erich Frankland, “Resettling the West” looks at “the community impact of new immigrants coming into Wyoming, focusing primarily on Mexican and Hispanic immigrants.”

The film ties in with the festival’s theme this year: “Hispanic Perspectives.” “A big aspect of this film is how communities adjust to the influx of these immigrants – schools, neighborhoods and the workforce. Not only is this an important topic for Wyoming, but also the American West, which is seeing a large flow of immigration problems relating to ‘how should we assimilate these immigrants into current values,’” says Frankland.

“This film in particular shows that this issue is something that the state of Wyoming has not given very much thought to,” Frankland notes.

Following the film, a discussion will be led by Chad Hanson, Casper College sociology instructor and Martha C. Montez, a Casper College student.

The film is free and open to all.

Tuesday, May 8, 2007
COLLEGE HOSTS SECURITY SESSION ON FRIDAY

“Classroom and Campus Personal Security” a training and discussion session will be held at Casper College on Friday, May 11 in the Myra Fox Skelton Energy Institute, Room 100.

Led by Mark Robinson, Casper College campus security director, the session will allow attendees to participate in a question and answer session regarding campus security issues.

“There are a lot of people who are wondering what can be done or what should be done in regard to security on a college campus in light of the incident several weeks ago at Virginia Tech,” says Robinson.

“We will try to look at several topics, including the role of the college and what an individual can do in potentially dangerous situations on campus. There are a lot of things that we can and can’t do as individuals, but I hope to shed some light on what we can do in a crisis situation,” Robinson says.

The training and discussion session is free and open to the public and will run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tuesday, May 8, 2007
PEBBLES RECEIVES EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AWARD AT CEREMONY

Jeff Pebbles, a senior in the elementary education bachelor’s degree program at the University of Wyoming/Casper College (UW/CC) Center, received the Sue Jorgensen Excellent Student in Education award at a recent ceremony. He became the 11th recipient of the prestigious award, recognized as one of the center’s highest honors bestowed upon prospective teachers.

To receive this honor, a candidate must earn a minimum 3.5 grade point average while enrolled in the elementary education degree program at the UW/CC Center, exhibit professional disposition toward mentors and peers, contribute to the education field through leadership and community service, and display a positive attitude to promote excitement and curiosity about learning. Based on these criteria, candidates are nominated and selected by the elementary education faculty and staff.

At the ceremony, John Jorgensen presented the award, following a brief description of Sue Jorgensen, his late wife, and her dedication to education. She was the first coordinator of the teacher education program at the UW/CC Center.  Donn McCall, chairperson of the Central Wyoming Board of Cooperative Educational Services, which matches the Jorgensen Award, also spoke briefly about Sue Jorgensen and her legacy.

Brent Pickett, associate dean and director of the UW/CC Center, then honored Pebbles with a plaque that will hang in the center’s main office, featuring the names of all recipients of the award.

“Sue Jorgensen was instrumental to the creation of the elementary education program run through UW/CC. She had high standards and we continue to work diligently to live up to the great example that she set,” said Pickett. “I feel privileged that we continue to have the support of the Jorgensen family today and that the education students that we graduate every year embody academic rigor and excitement about learning.”

Pebbles will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education in May.

Monday, May 7, 2007
COLLEGE CONCERT CELEBRATES CINCO DE MAYO, JOHN WAYNE AND MORE

Concert rescheduled due to Saturday storm
The Casper College Concert Band has rescheduled its May 5 concert, which was snowed out, for this Saturday, May 12 at 5:30 p.m. in Durham Hall, located in the Aley Fine Arts Center.

According to Doug Bull, concert director, the concert “will feature the Casper College Brass Ensemble with a reference to Cinco de Mayo, while the College Concert Band will perform the ‘Light Cavalry Overture,’ the ‘American Folk Rhapsody No. 3,’ and the ‘Poet and Peasant Overture.’”

The concert band will also “commemorate John Wayne's 100th birthday with ‘The Cowboys,’ the opening of the third ‘Pirates of the Caribbean,’ and delve into American music history with ‘Lawrence Milk Plays Guy Lumbago.’ It should prove to be an enjoyable evening,” says Bull.

The concert is free and open to all.

Friday, May 4, 2007
PATTON OFFERS ”WORLD” OF MUSIC IN SUNDAY CONCERT

Casper College voice and choir instructor, Patrick Patton, will lead the Casper College choirs in a concert entitled: “Music of the World” on Sunday, May 6.

“The concert features each choir singing in a variety of languages and styles,” says Patton. According to Patton, the Collegiate Chorale will perform music in Yiddish, selections from Spain, Kenya, Venezuela, and a piece from the American Spiritual repertoire.

The Casper College Women’s Choir will sing two “’Mouth Music’” selections – music using their voices like instrument – one called ‘Reel a Bouche,’ and another that features a type of ‘tribal’ sound called ‘Adiemus,’ says Patton. The group will also sing music from France and the Caribbean.

The Casper College Men’s Choir has gained a reputation for comedy, and concertgoers will not be disappointed as the group “will perform a spoof on music history that features a walk through time on the theme ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb.’ In addition, they will sing selections from Ireland, the Hebrew tradition, as well as a tune by the Beach Boys featuring our own American Pop Culture,” notes Patton.

The college’s vocal jazz group, the Contemporary Singers, will perform music from the American Jazz repertoire they recently presented at the Greeley Jazz Festival in Greeley, Colo.

The concert will begin at 2 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and is free and open to the public. According to Patton, a free-will offering will be taken, with the proceeds going to help “defray costs of events throughout the year,” says Patton.

Thursday, May 3, 2007
RECEPTION AND Q & A TO FOLLOW OPENING NIGHT PERFORMANCE

Casper theatergoers who attend the opening night performance of Casper College’s production of “Flight” on Friday, May 4 are invited to attend a reception and question and answer session with the play’s author, Arthur Giron following the presentation.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for the audience members to visit with Arthur and the cast following the play. They will be able to talk and participate in a question and answer session with all those involved in this production and enjoy refreshments at the reception,” says Richard Burk, director.

Both the reception and question and answer session are free and open to the public.

“Flight” will also run on Saturday, May 5 and continue the following week from May 8 through May 12, beginning each night at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students ages 5 to 18 and are available at the Krampert Theatre box office (open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday), by calling 268-2500, by logging on to www.caspercollege.edu, or one hour before show time for that show only.

Wednesday, May 2, 2007
TWO MORE T-BIRDS SIGN DIVISION I; POKORNY SIGNS WITH REGIS

Two more players off the Region IX champion Casper College women’s basketball team have signed to play Division I basketball, the college announced.

Kylie Rinehart, the two-sport star who returned after a season’s absence to play a pivotal role inside for the T-Birds, and Lizzie Cooper, the point guard on the team, have both inked letters of intent with the University of Northern Colorado.

Rinehart, from Highmore, S.D., also competes in rodeo for Casper College. But the 6-1 post player earned numerous looks at the national tournament, and earned the offer to play two more years of basketball for coach Jamie Wright.

Wright, a former assistant coach at the University of Wyoming, also convinced Cooper to come on board. The freshman from Gold Coast, Australia, started every game for the T-Birds until the Region IX tournament, when she was sidelined with a knee injury.

“Lizzie and I talked about the opportunity to play Division I basketball, which was her dream when she came over here,” CC coach Angelo Hill said. “It was too good an opportunity to pass up.”

Rinehart averaged eight points and six rebounds during the post season. Cooper averaged six points and four assists this past season. The T-Birds finished with a 26-9 record.

Casper College guard Andy Pokorny has signed a letter of intent with Regis College in Denver.

Pokorny earned All-Region IX honors after an outstanding sophomore season for coach Gary Becker’s T-Birds. The Laramie High School product averaged 9.5 points, 2.5 rebounds and shot 39 percent from beyond the three-point arc. He led the T-Birds in steals with 52 and shot 90 percent from the free throw line.

Pokorny had an outstanding Region IX tournament, helping lead the T-Birds to the championship game. The T-Birds posted the best turnaround season in the region, posting 20 wins under Becker after winning only 10 the year before.

Regis University plays in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.

Wednesday, May 2, 2007
SAMBA AND EGGS FEATURED AT PERCUSSION AND JAZZ CONCERT

The Casper College Percussion Ensemble and the Juju Jazz will be in concert on Thursday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. in Durham Hall, located in the Aley Fine Arts Center.

According to Terry Gunderson, percussion ensemble director, the group will play a samba, Shostakovich, eggs and “the director’s cut, which expands to seven players for the taiko piece that premiered at the 2006 Casper College Madrigal Feast in December.”

The concert is free and open to all.

Tuesday, May 1, 2007
CASPER COLLEGE LAUNCHES PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS SERIES

The Casper College Center for Training and Development has announced the first of two daylong events as part of its Professional Success Series.

“Mastering Personal Productivity – Moving at the Speed of Life” will be held on Friday, May 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Led by Laura Stack, president of The Productivity Pro, Inc, a personal productivity firm, the “course is designed for anyone who wants to learn how to leave the office earlier, with less stress, and more to show for it,” says Ann Dalton, Casper College Center for Training and Development specialist.

“This is not an old-school ‘time management’ class, but will offer participants a multitude of physiological, psychological, behavioral, and environmental productivity strategies,” Dalton says.

The one-day workshop is $159 per person and includes lunch.

Dr. Lynette Krenelka will present “Grant Writing: Getting the Results You Want” the second event in the series on both Wednesday, May 16 and Thursday, May 17, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. “We believe that many people will want to take advantage of this workshop so we are offering it on two different days,” says Dalton.

According to Dalton, attendees will “gain the skills and confidence necessary to successfully obtain grants by learning a proven method of grant writing designed to make fund-seeking efforts more successful.”

“Attendees will learn the four fundamental phases of grant writing – planning, identifying funding sources, developing a grant proposal, and follow-up steps. This workshop for novice grant writers is a systematic approach to grant writing for nonprofits and government organizations seeking grant funding,” notes Dalton.

A total of .7 continuing education units are available for this workshop, which costs $325 per person and includes lunch.

Space is limited for both events; so early registration is encouraged by calling Dalton at 268-2085 or logging onto www.caspercollege.edu/success.

Tuesday, May 1, 2007
UW/CC DONORS HONORED AT RECEPTION

Nearly two-dozen attendees gathered at a recent reception to recognize the generosity of various foundations, organizations and individuals who have made financial contributions to the University of Wyoming/Casper College (UW/CC) Center.

Brent Pickett, associate dean and director of the UW/CC Center, presented awards to eight donors of student scholarships and 31 contributors of UW/CC student funds, offering “sincere appreciation for the generosity toward UW/CC Center students, who may otherwise not be able to continue their education,” said Pickett.

Donors of student scholarships honored at the reception were the Casper Star Tribune, Sue Jorgensen Memorial, McMurry Foundation, Myra Fox Skelton Foundation, Paul Stock Foundation, Rocky Mountain Power, Woodworker’s Supply, and Zimmerman Family Foundation.

Contributors to UW/CC Center student funds honored at the reception were Larry and Margo Bean, Jeff and Terrie Hockin, Kit and Sheridan Jennings, Pamela McMichael, Arthur and Joann Schubert, Corine Stark, Robert and Barbara Thurman, David and Mary Crum, Lorraine James, Byron and Candi Lane, Brent and Jeana Pickett, Scott and Diane Seville, Rod and Jill Thompson, Ronald Ampe, Cheryl Collums, Nick and Maggi Murdock, Susan Stanton, Gail Zimmerman, Sanford and Nanci Andrew, Bruce and Kathy Bummer, Cynthia Cottrell, Kim Lau, Bruce Richardson, Mick and Susie McMurry, Richard and Betty Mason, R. Stuart and Daney J. Tanner, the True Foundation, Mark and Nancy Doelger, Toby and Nancy Marlatt, Ambassador Thomas and Marta Stroock, and Bob and Carol Tarantola.

Friday, June 29, 2007
GARDEN GAIT 2007 TO BENEFIT TATE GEOLOGICAL MUSEUM

The annual horticultural walk known as the Garden Gait, to benefit Casper College’s Tate Geological Museum, will be held on Wednesday, July 18.

The walk will include eight Casper area homes, which will feature a variety of beautiful gardens. Two tour times are scheduled, 9 a.m. to noon and again that same day from 4 to 7 p.m.

An ice cream social and wine and cheese tasting party will be part of this year’s event. “The ice cream social will take place at the Tate from 1 to 3 p.m. while the wine and cheese tasting party will begin at 7 p.m. at one of the tour homes,” says Marla Wold, Tate Advisory Committee member.

During the 7 p.m. event a drawing will be held for three prints. Raffle tickets for the drawing cost $1 each or six for $5 for a chance to win one of the prints. “The three prints that we will be raffling off include a garden scene by Jennifer Winship Mark, a depiction of both ancient and modern Casper showing mammoths and current diggers by Mike Kopriva, and ‘Dinosaur Hill” by Carol Swinney,” says Rachel Savage, coordinator of the Tate gift shop and exhibits and Garden Gait chair.

All proceeds raised from both the raffle and Garden Gait ticket sales will go into the Tate Endowment Fund and be matched by the state of Wyoming as part of the Community College Endowment Challenge Fund.

Tickets are $5 each or six for $25 and can be purchased at the Tate Geological Museum, The Flower Gallery, Blue Heron Books, Field’s Creek 104, The Herbadashery, Johnny Appleseed, Meadow Acres Greenhouse, Plant Station, and the Nicolaysen Art Museum.

For more information call the Tate at 268-2447 or log onto www.caspercollege.edu.

Tuesday, June 26, 2007
DEAN’S HONOR ROLL ANNOUNCED

Casper College officials have released the names of students who made the Dean’s Honor Roll at Casper College for the 2007 spring semester. To qualify for the award, a student must have a semester grade point average of 3.5 or better. The recognition is for part-time degree seeking students (those taking six to 11 credit hours per semester) and nondegree seeking full-time students taking a minimum of 12 credit hours.

Nondegree seeking full-time students:
Lindsey L. Delauter             Houston, TX
Aaron R. Bassham                Casper, WY
Troy S. Brin                    Casper, WY
Gordon Todd Erickson            Casper, WY
William K. Ferguson             Casper, WY
Lea E. Goering                  Casper, WY
Arthur Ireland                  Casper, WY
Reid Paul Olson                 Casper, WY
Jennifer L. Paad                Casper, WY
John R. Porter                  Casper, WY
Melissa L. Salvato              Casper, WY
Brandy L. Talbot                Casper, WY
Andrea M. Williams              Lander, WY
Andrea M. Williams              Lander, WY
Andrea M. Williams              Lander, WY

Degree-seeking part-time students:
Laura Q. Bond                   Boulder, CO
Errin J. Selensky               Anaconda, MT
Douglas G. Zimmer               Lewistown, MT
Melissa A. Lundin               Altus, OK
Dan C. March                    Canton, SD
Richard H. Broderick Jr         Rapid City, SD
Sylvia R. Livingston            Rapid City, SD
Michael J. Maltaverne           Rapid City, SD
Ammon S. Beddes                 Liberty, UT
Ian S. Tabaracci                Ogden, UT
Joshua A. Brown                 Bar Nunn, WY
Savannah M. Sawyer              Bar Nunn, WY
Danita D. Chesbro               Buffalo, WY
Christine R. Joy                Buffalo, WY
Christine A. Vasco              Buffalo, WY
Amy N. Albert                   Casper, WY
Kalin L. Alexander              Casper, WY
Alison L. Alleman               Casper, WY
Gina M. Allen                   Casper, WY
Ronald W. Allen                 Casper, WY
Tamara S. Armann                Casper, WY
Emilia-Elizabeth M. Arnold      Casper, WY
Jared R. Atol                   Casper, WY
Natasha L. Badger               Casper, WY
Kara K. Baker                   Casper, WY
Kristalei J. Baskins            Casper, WY
Danielle D. Bassler             Casper, WY
Stephine C. Becker              Casper, WY
Michael B. Behrens              Casper, WY
Kimberly A. Benton              Casper, WY
Justis C. Berg                  Casper, WY
RaeAnn Bernat                   Casper, WY
Jayme R. Bjorklund              Casper, WY
Constance L. Blaida             Casper, WY
Crystal R. Blankenship          Casper, WY
Theresa A. Boid                 Casper, WY
Tammy L. Bonnegrace             Casper, WY
Joel Boone                      Casper, WY
Cynthia J. Bower                Casper, WY
Christina M. Bowman             Casper, WY
Fantasia M. Brasmer             Casper, WY
Dee E. Brown                    Casper, WY
Timothy J. Brown                Casper, WY
Jason R. Carlson                Casper, WY
Jason D. Casebolt               Casper, WY
Brooke R. Chynoweth             Casper, WY
Emily J. Claunch                Casper, WY
Tami A. Clay                    Casper, WY
Kristine L. Collins             Casper, WY
Morgan L. Collums               Casper, WY
Kevin L. Condelario             Casper, WY
Kyle L. Condelario              Casper, WY
Rhonda S. Conner                Casper, WY
Meghan E. Creel                 Casper, WY
Beth M. Cross                   Casper, WY
Amanda L. Crowley               Casper, WY
Jennifer L. Crumbliss           Casper, WY
Sarah N. Deschenes              Casper, WY
Lillian C. Dinges               Casper, WY
Gwendolyn M. Doelger            Casper, WY
Kimberly N. Doherty             Casper, WY
Oanh T. Do                      Casper, WY
Grace M. Dorethy                Casper, WY
Stacie L. Dowler                Casper, WY
Michael A. Duffey               Casper, WY
Laura L. Duquette               Casper, WY
Coral M. Dye                    Casper, WY
Meagan M. Dye                   Casper, WY
Tara J. Dye                     Casper, WY
Lorine C. Edwards               Casper, WY
Brian W. Eleson                 Casper, WY
Sarah A. Emery                  Casper, WY
Raedel L. Enders                Casper, WY
Michelle L. Escobedo            Casper, WY
Dawood E. Esmaiel               Casper, WY
Katherine M. Farquhar           Casper, WY
Elizabeth A. Feeback            Casper, WY
Sarah A. Feeney                 Casper, WY
Janet L. Fivecoat-Asbury        Casper, WY
Kelly L. Gangwish               Casper, WY
Christopher K. Garwood          Casper, WY
Melissa A. Gates                Casper, WY
James G. Gay                    Casper, WY
Lucas B. Gooder                 Casper, WY
Cheryl A. Grapes                Casper, WY
J. Annette Green                Casper, WY
Britnee R. Greenlee             Casper, WY
Ursela M. Groat                 Casper, WY
Ilona R. Grosz                  Casper, WY
Cynthia G. Guy-Thomas           Casper, WY
Susan M. Handley                Casper, WY
Kimberly A. Hanneman            Casper, WY
Mathew R. Hans                  Casper, WY
Heather A. Harns                Casper, WY
Teha L. Harris                  Casper, WY
Jennifer L. Harshman            Casper, WY
Dustin D. Haverlock             Casper, WY
Danielle K. Hendrickson         Casper, WY
Crystal E. Hoffman              Casper, WY
Nicole M. Hool                  Casper, WY
Courtney A. Houston             Casper, WY
Christeen M. Howse              Casper, WY
Kristen K. Hubbard              Casper, WY
Erik D. Hudson                  Casper, WY
Amy D. Hunter                   Casper, WY
Nicole A. Hunt                  Casper, WY
Cynthia L. Hurley               Casper, WY
Manford N. Hurley               Casper, WY
Steven R. Immel                 Casper, WY
Pamela J. Ingle                 Casper, WY
Crimson R. Jennings             Casper, WY
Mark P. Johnson                 Casper, WY
Tanya K. Johnson                Casper, WY
Valeria J. Johnson              Casper, WY
Laurie A. Johnstone             Casper, WY
Jason J. Joreski                Casper, WY
Deborah S. Kerby                Casper, WY
Andrea J. King                  Casper, WY
Leigh Anne Koenigseker          Casper, WY
Brandi L. Kofoid                Casper, WY
Jennifer M. Kolstad             Casper, WY
Jamie N. Komma                  Casper, WY
Melissa A. Kramer               Casper, WY
Brigit J. Kretzer               Casper, WY
Kristi J. Kuhn                  Casper, WY
Kelsey L. Lack                  Casper, WY
Gale L Lara                     Casper, WY
Tricia R. Larson                Casper, WY
Lisa R. Lausten                 Casper, WY
Heidi M. Limmer                 Casper, WY
Jennifer M. Limmer              Casper, WY
Farrell B. Livingston           Casper, WY
Nichol Lofall                   Casper, WY
Wendy J. Lucas                  Casper, WY
Becky J. Lundblade              Casper, WY
Nancy J. Luse                   Casper, WY
Leah M. MacCarter               Casper, WY
Cressie L. Mahaffey             Casper, WY
Thomas V. Marnell               Casper, WY
Everett I. Maynard              Casper, WY
Stephanie R. McBeath-VanDamme Casper, WY
Ty O. McDowell                  Casper, WY
Dawn M. McGeowan                Casper, WY
Mary W. McGilvray               Casper, WY
Megan M. McGirr                 Casper, WY
Jade R. McMichael               Casper, WY
Amber L. Mesecher               Casper, WY
Robyn K. Meyer                  Casper, WY
Kenith R. Middleton             Casper, WY
Anthea B. Miller                Casper, WY
Jeanne M. Miller                Casper, WY
Linda B. Miller                 Casper, WY
Margo L. Miller                 Casper, WY
Mark D. Miller                  Casper, WY
Erienne Mitchelson              Casper, WY
Darren D. Mizokami              Casper, WY
Christine Monson                Casper, WY
Ashley P. Morgan                Casper, WY
Kimberly R. Morrison            Casper, WY
Melanie Myron                   Casper, WY
Wayne P. Neumiller              Casper, WY
Kayla A. Nielsen                Casper, WY
Sandra C. O'Hearn               Casper, WY
Alla Odynets                    Casper, WY
Linda A. Olsen                  Casper, WY
Jamie D. Ostermyer              Casper, WY
Duane D. Ottema                 Casper, WY
Guy V. Padgett, III             Casper, WY
Haydon O. Park                  Casper, WY
Galen R. Patrick                Casper, WY
Midge Payette                   Casper, WY
Jennifer J. Pettry-Johnson      Casper, WY
Randall L. Pickett              Casper, WY
Natalie A. Pique                Casper, WY
Leslie M. Plett                 Casper, WY
Benjamin M. Qureshi             Casper, WY
Heather N. Rice                 Casper, WY
Juliene J. Rivera               Casper, WY
Julie M. Robertson              Casper, WY
Jennifer L. Rodgers             Casper, WY
Robert J. Rodgers               Casper, WY
Mary A. Rodrick                 Casper, WY
Ferris J. Rorabaugh             Casper, WY
Christina A. Rosenof            Casper, WY
Starla C. Rutz                  Casper, WY
Jason A. Sawdon                 Casper, WY
Kelly D. Scherer                Casper, WY
Kenyne N. Schlager              Casper, WY
Zachary D. Schneider            Casper, WY
Stephanie A. Schnitzer          Casper, WY
Brianne M. Sexton               Casper, WY
Howard L. Shaw Jr               Casper, WY
Dorothy C. Shealy               Casper, WY
Elizabeth E. Shear              Casper, WY
Natalie F. Shein                Casper, WY
Ashlee A. Shill                 Casper, WY
Heather L. Sides                Casper, WY
Matthew R. Simoneaux            Casper, WY
Evan L. Slafter                 Casper, WY
Tamela K. Slater                Casper, WY
Emily P. Smith                  Casper, WY
Heather M. Smith                Casper, WY
Steven S. Smith                 Casper, WY
Jessica R. Snyder               Casper, WY
Benjamin A. Stagg               Casper, WY
Mala J. Stagg                   Casper, WY
Tanesia L. Sternhagen           Casper, WY
Steve Stitt                     Casper, WY
Rickie L. Stoner                Casper, WY
Tiffany L. Street               Casper, WY
Sarah A. Sulzen                 Casper, WY
Tabithah B. Sutton              Casper, WY
Andrea D. Swenson               Casper, WY
Erika L. Swirzcki               Casper, WY
Jamie L. Szeliga                Casper, WY
Ronald W. Tatro                 Casper, WY
Kyler K. Taubert                Casper, WY
Lorie A. Thoma                  Casper, WY
Christopher D. Thomas           Casper, WY
Francis M. Thomas               Casper, WY
Wendee E. Tobin                 Casper, WY
Wendy K. Trembath               Casper, WY
Michael P. Trent                Casper, WY
Noel J. Trost                   Casper, WY
Sherri L. Trujillo              Casper, WY
Polly S. Tufly                  Casper, WY
Korina R. Urban                 Casper, WY
Sonia E. Urban                  Casper, WY
Brandi N. Vigil                 Casper, WY
Danielle C. Walling             Casper, WY
Tori E. Wasserman               Casper, WY
John O. Watson                  Casper, WY
Kyle L. Wattis                  Casper, WY
Matthew W. Watts                Casper, WY
Clint R. Webb                   Casper, WY
Troy G. Wellmaker               Casper, WY
William A. Wells                Casper, WY
Isaac A. Wentz                  Casper, WY
Kody J. Wheeler                 Casper, WY
Misty J. Whitcher               Casper, WY
Candace B. Williams             Casper, WY
Christine A. Williamson         Casper, WY
Tracey L. Willis                Casper, WY
Judith L. Winslow               Casper, WY
Anne W. Wirthlin                Casper, WY
Bridget P. Wolden               Casper, WY
Jermaine D. Wolfe               Casper, WY
Cherry Yann                     Casper, WY
Jacob C. Yelton                 Casper, WY
Carmen A. Young                 Casper, WY
William L. Zimmer               Casper, WY
Nicole V. Graham                Cheyenne, WY
Donna M. Keslar                 Cheyenne, WY
Irene C. Martinez               Cheyenne, WY
Jessica M. Sell                 Cody, WY
Lisa K. Chadwick                Douglas, WY
Shawna L. Cook                  Douglas, WY
Cynthia E. Hansen               Douglas, WY
Connie M. Harn                  Douglas, WY
Shannon L. Polk                 Douglas, WY
Cathy VanNorman                 Edgerton, WY
Carman R. Adams                 Evansville, WY
Katherine F. Cureton            Evansville, WY
Marlo S. Ferris                 Evansville, WY
Tammi L. Hanshaw                Evansville, WY
Ralph E McKnire Jr              Evansville, WY
Mariah N. Olson                 Evansville, WY
Neala A. Roberts                Evansville, WY
Nils Schuetrumpf                Evansville, WY
Deborah A. Schuetz              Evansville, WY
Jessica L. Taggart              Evansville, WY
Chaynee L. Washut               Evansville, WY
Jason P. Yocum                  Evansville, WY
Renee M. Manzanares     Fort Washakie, WY
Betty J. Adams                  Gillette, WY
Romelle C. Hoon                 Gillette, WY
Peggy A. Raine                  Gillette, WY
Heidi M. Stilwell               Gillette, WY
Tanya M. Stratton               Gillette, WY
Jessica M. Barnes               Glenrock, WY
Carolyn M. Bell                 Glenrock, WY
Justin G. Blair                 Glenrock, WY
Kayla M. Bockman                Glenrock, WY
Rebecca J. Dona                 Glenrock, WY
Katie M. Fargen                 Glenrock, WY
Timothy M. Gomes                Glenrock, WY
Kathryn K. Gutierrez            Glenrock, WY
Patricia L. Hiatt               Glenrock, WY
Gina R. Kron                    Glenrock, WY
Tamara C. Mason                 Glenrock, WY
Andrea D. Nelson                Glenrock, WY
Brenda G. Orszulak              Glenrock, WY
Sean J. Orszulak                Glenrock, WY
Reid Z. Phifer                  Glenrock, WY
Katrina R. Rasmussen            Glenrock, WY
Roxanna G. Roberts              Glenrock, WY
Jessica L. Wright               Glenrock, WY
Rebecca S. Figgins              Green River, WY
Jennifer E. Bush                Jackson, WY
Jennifer L. Bly                 Kaycee, WY
Lori C. Straub                  Kaycee, WY
Stanley L McDowell              Lander, WY
Nicole Scott                    Lingle, WY
Deborah K. Moritz               Lovell, WY
Wayne Shrock                    Midwest, WY
James D. Tobin                  Midwest, WY
David O. Baker                  Mills, WY
Drew M. Davis                   Mills, WY
Dana L. Dolenc                  Mills, WY
Megan I. Ferguson               Mills, WY
Keith C. Jones                  Mills, WY
Linda L. Schulz                 Mills, WY
Leann R. Stover                 Mills, WY
Jessica C. Tracy                Moorcroft, WY
Lynn C. Busskohl                Newcastle, WY
Carmela J. Graves               Pine Bluffs, WY
Debra K. Scott                  Powell, WY
Cherie L. Hicken                Rawlins, WY
Corinne R. Schisel              Rawlins, WY
Kathy Skelley                   Rawlins, WY
Troy L. Barnett                 Riverton, WY
Katheleen K. King               Riverton, WY
Jeanine M. Morgan               Riverton, WY
Adam L. Halvorsen            Rolling Hills, WY
Nicole L. Bennett               Saratoga, WY
Tracy L. Buckler                Sheridan, WY
Lori L. Clark                   Sheridan, WY
Theresa J. Hamilton             Sheridan, WY
Antoninette Kassen              Sheridan, WY
Amanda J. Larue                 Sheridan, WY
Jeanne R. Briddle               Shoshoni, WY
Patricia L. Powell              Shoshoni, WY
Janet K. Broers                 Torrington, WY
Pammie R. Rapp                  Torrington, WY
Denise S. Steffens              Torrington, WY
Brian D. Artery                 Wheatland, WY
Brandy L. Cain                  Wheatland, WY
Merri M. Miller                 Worland, WY
Samuel T. Shafer II             Wright, WY
David W. Sulewski               Yellowstone National Park, WY

Tuesday, June 26, 2007
PRESIDENT’S HONOR ROLL AT CASPER COLLEGE ANNOUNCED

Casper College officials have released the names of students who made the President’s Honor roll at Casper College for the 2007 spring semester. To qualify, a student must take at least 12 hours and receive a grade point average of 3.5 or better. They are:

Carine D. Reimink    Reedy Creek, Australia
Bailey A. Moberly               Aurora, CO
Christina E. Galindo            Denver, CO
Taylor J. Ostergaard            Durango, CO
Gregory A. Ley                  Fort Collins, CO
Kathryn A. Rhoades            Fort Collins, CO
Ashley R. Fulton                Centerville, IA
Ashley E. Nash                  Pocatello, ID
Morgan S. Nash                  Pocatello, ID
Mason B. Oswald                 Pocatello, ID
Cindy L. Van Wagner             Sugar City, ID
Brandy A. Durham                Chicago, IL
Jared W. Martin                 Oregon, IL
Kierstin M. Smothermon          Billings, MT
Chance P. Kilgore               Colstrip, MT
Jordan L. Wells                 Forsyth, MT
Olaf D. Hedstrom                Reedpoint, MT
Brianna M. Bohmbach             Charlson, ND
Victoria R. Armstrong           Brule, NE
Morgan J. Hespe                 Chadron, NE
Brandon J. Lliteras             Chadron, NE
Torey N. Zuver                  Chadron, NE
Douglas H. Adam                 Hyannis, NE
Michelle L. Anderson            Morrill, NE
Cody J. Stewart                 Whitney, NE
Christopher E. Hericks          Rapid City, SD
Michael J. Thomas               Watertown, SD
Shelly J. Thayne                Altonah, UT
Michael O. Hughes               Manila, UT
John M. Pedroza                 St. George, UT
Kendra A. Steadman              Olympia, WA
Alyssa A. Lindemeier            Quincy, WA
Rebecca M. Moore                Albin, WY
Amy L. Farlinger                Banner, WY
Laura B. Camilleri              Bar Nunn, WY
Mykael K. Graham                Bar Nunn, WY
Zachary R. Heid                 Big Horn, WY
Andrew J. Springman             Big Piney, WY
Andrew F. Joy                   Buffalo, WY
Rebeca Martinez                 Buffalo, WY
Manuel D. Rodriguez             Buffalo, WY
Lila B. Scantling               Buffalo, WY
Wesley D. Wells                 Buffalo, WY
David A. Foster                 Carlile, WY
Edwin L. Ferguson, IV           Carpenter, WY
Tasha M. Gumpert                Casper, WY
Nicole A. Aguilar               Casper, WY
Robin L. Ahrndt                 Casper, WY
Thomas F. Aitchison             Casper, WY
Aimee L. Albertson              Casper, WY
Cheryl E. Alexander             Casper, WY
Alicia B. Alger                 Casper, WY
Whitney M. Allen                Casper, WY
Nikki L. Alvey                  Casper, WY
Tyler W. Ambrosino              Casper, WY
Theresa R. Anthony              Casper, WY
Kayla M. Auen                   Casper, WY
Jennifer M. Baca                Casper, WY
Lela M. Bach-Sabus              Casper, WY
Angie N. Bailly                 Casper, WY
Michael L. Baragar              Casper, WY
Andrea D. Barelle               Casper, WY
Kara D. Barrick                 Casper, WY
Mark A. Bates                   Casper, WY
Veronica R. Bates               Casper, WY
Thad S. Behunin                 Casper, WY
Maria C. Beken                  Casper, WY
Lindsey B. Bell                 Casper, WY
Ashley J. Benbo                 Casper, WY
Christopher W. Bender           Casper, WY
Richard A. Bennett              Casper, WY
Bryce M. Berchenbriter          Casper, WY
Austin R. Berlin                Casper, WY
Sheryl L. Bevier                Casper, WY
Krysti L. Bills                 Casper, WY
Genna M. Boatright              Casper, WY
Graham W. Boyd                  Casper, WY
Cynthia M. Brachtenbach         Casper, WY
Mallory L. Brackmann            Casper, WY
Whitney M. Braig                Casper, WY
Teresa K. Brand                 Casper, WY
Donni M. Brantley               Casper, WY
Madison M. Breckenridge         Casper, WY
Matt C. Breckenridge            Casper, WY
Andrea M. Brewster              Casper, WY
Jennifer L. Briggs              Casper, WY
Theresa L. Briscoe              Casper, WY
Caitlyn C. Brown                Casper, WY
William L. Brummond             Casper, WY
John R. Bruno                   Casper, WY
John R. Bryson                  Casper, WY
Travis L. Bullington            Casper, WY
Mark W. Bull                    Casper, WY
Carol J. Burdess                Casper, WY
Elise M. Butler                 Casper, WY
Arrin A. Cage Welch             Casper, WY
Raymond J. Catellier            Casper, WY
Myra A. Cellar                  Casper, WY
Stephen M. Centanino            Casper, WY
Rachael J. Cestnik              Casper, WY
Kamfung Chan                    Casper, WY
Jennifer C. Clark               Casper, WY
Valerie L. Clarson              Casper, WY
Whitney B. Claypool             Casper, WY
Rose M. Cleary                  Casper, WY
Dena V. Colgrove                Casper, WY
Rebecca S. Conger               Casper, WY
James H. Cordonier              Casper, WY
Michael D. Cotter               Casper, WY
Kathleen R. Couey               Casper, WY
Kaylee D. Cowan                 Casper, WY
Jesse N. Creel                  Casper, WY
Devon B. Crotteau               Casper, WY
Wayne F. Cummings               Casper, WY
Kelsey W. D'Arcy                Casper, WY
Theresa A. Danielson            Casper, WY
Kendra L. David                 Casper, WY
Alicyn A. Davis                 Casper, WY
Loren P. Davis                  Casper, WY
Agata Dawidowicz                Casper, WY
Madelyn J. DeFrank              Casper, WY
Kristin J. Dickinson            Casper, WY
Lori B. Donnell                 Casper, WY
Michael J. Dudack               Casper, WY
Kyle J. Dye                     Casper, WY
Justin C. Dykes                 Casper, WY
Matthew J. Elmore               Casper, WY
Skye C. English                 Casper, WY
Drew A. Felton                  Casper, WY
Gloria L. Fiorini               Casper, WY
Amanda A. Fisher                Casper, WY
Jessica J. Fisher               Casper, WY
Briana C. Flanagan              Casper, WY
Gwendolyn C. Fordham            Casper, WY
Daniel R. Foster                Casper, WY
Robyn H. Frisby                 Casper, WY
Andrea S. Gann                  Casper, WY
Katherine E. Geise              Casper, WY
Luke R. Gilmister               Casper, WY
Rachel J. Gilmore               Casper, WY
Andres Gonzalez                 Casper, WY
Jessica E. Grace                Casper, WY
Shawn C. Graham                 Casper, WY
Tyler D. Griffin                Casper, WY
Courtney J. Griswold            Casper, WY
Leah J. Grosinger               Casper, WY
Irina G. Grosz                  Casper, WY
Kyle A. Gunderson               Casper, WY
Patricia K. Gunderson           Casper, WY
Rachelle C. Gunnels             Casper, WY