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Friday, Aug. 1, T-Bird Trek prices increase
The final price increase of $10 for all race categories for the Casper College Alumni Association’s T-Bird Trek will take place Friday, Aug. 1.

Diverse lineup of classes offered for August learning
August classes through Casper College Community Education include Polymer Clay Jewelry, Intro to DSLR, Dog Agility Training, Stained Glass: Intermediate, and more.

Final Summer Animal House features bugs
Bugs are the topic for the final Summer Animal House Tuesday, Aug. 14, from 1-2 p.m.

Casper College’s Hannah Kerkes places eighth nationally in technical drafting at SkillsUSA
For eight hours in Atlanta last month, Hannah Kerkes faced one of the most challenging tests of her engineering technology education at Casper College.

Kelly Walsh grad Michael Baker competes nationally in electrical trades at SkillsUSA
Michael Baker learned the basics of electrical work the way many young people do — helping his dad around the house.

Casper College’s Rae Adamson places fourth nationally in architectural drafting at SkillsUSA
When Rae Adamson sat down at her drafting table in Atlanta last month, she had six hours to prove what Casper College’s Engineering Technology program had taught her.
Essential Reads

Casper College offers walk-in advising, registration, and resource fair June 18
Casper College will host a free walk-in advising and registration event along with a resource fair for all current and prospective students Wednesday, June 18, beginning at 9 a.m. in the Chapman Lobby.

New scholarship offered to first-gen and nontrads for 2025-2026 school year
A new limited-time scholarship is being offered to first-generation and nontraditional students who register for fall 2025 semester classes by Tuesday, July 1.

Startup Survival School offered at Casper College Feb. 25
Casper College is offering a free mini-event for entrepreneurs and startup owners on Tuesday, Feb. 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Casper College offers nontraditional open house Dec. 3
Casper College offers an open house to those who have been thinking about returning to school but aren’t sure how or if they can.
Campus & Community

Casper College’s Rae Adamson places fourth nationally in architectural drafting at SkillsUSA
When Rae Adamson sat down at her drafting table in Atlanta last month, she had six hours to prove what Casper College’s Engineering Technology program had taught her.

Casper College manufacturing team earns seventh place nationally at SkillsUSA
When three Casper College students walked into the automated manufacturing competition in Atlanta last month, they brought more than textbook knowledge with them.

CC Foundation participates in WyoGives Day July 16
The Casper College Foundation is participating in WyoGives Day on Wednesday, July 16.

‘Hunting Together’ topic for next Summer Animal House
The second Werner Wildlife Museum Summer Animal House will focus on what happens when different animals team up to catch their dinner in “Hunting Together,” Thursday, July 10, from 1-2 p.m.
Events & Performances

Singer/songwriter/storyteller Inda Eaton to perform on CC campus
Popular singer/songwriter/storyteller Inda Eaton will be on the Casper College campus on Monday, June 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Casper College 79th Commencement May 16
The 79th Annual Casper College Commencement Ceremony will be held Friday, May 16, beginning at 7 p.m. in the Ford Wyoming Center.

Casper College Third Annual Traditional Powwow May 10
The Casper College Indigenous Student Alliance will host the Third Annual Casper College Traditional Powwow on Saturday, May 10.

Free 5K color run at Casper College set for Friday, May 9
The Casper College Running Club will host a free 5K color run at Casper College on Friday, May 9, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Arts & Culture

Casper College Third Annual Traditional Powwow May 10
The Casper College Indigenous Student Alliance will host the Third Annual Casper College Traditional Powwow on Saturday, May 10.

Concert Band closes school year with David Maslanka’s ‘Piano Concerto No. 2’
The Casper College Band will close out the school year with David Maslanka’s “Piano Concerto No. 2” Wednesday, May 7, at 7 p.m. in the Wheeler Concert Hall.

Final days of ‘Reclamation’ exhibit at Casper College
“Reclamation,” featuring the works of Rayna E. Januska, will close at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 7.

‘Post Minimal’ theme for Music of the Masters Concert April 27
This year’s Music of the Masters concert is titled “(Post) Minimal” and will highlight a variety of composers.
Thunderbirds Athletics

Casper College Volleyball team recognized for academic excellence
The 2024-2025 Casper College Lady Thunderbirds Volleyball team was honored by the American Volleyball Coaches Association recently.

Casper College’s James Perrin crowned national champion; team takes fourth at 2025 CNFR
Seven Casper College cowboys competed in the College National Finals Rodeo, June 15-21.

Seven Casper College cowboys advance to CNFR
Seven Casper College cowboys will compete in the College National Finals Rodeo, June 15-21.

Jason Furnival to take the reins as assistant head rodeo coach at Casper College
Jason Furnival will take the reins as the new head coach of the Casper College Men’s and Women’s Rodeo teams July 1.