Authentic Wyoming
Engaging, funny, and rarely – as in never - at a loss for words, Union’s Tressa Barnes and Myra Robinson are on a mission to celebrate and highlight the businesses and organizations that help grow, foster, and care for those who live in the communities Union serves in Wyoming, and some of our closest neighbors in Colorado, and Utah. (They’re practically Wyomingites.)
In conversations running a gamut of topics, you’ll get insight into what drives the entrepreneurs and small business owners that make Wyoming tick. You’ll laugh. You may cry. But mostly you’ll come away with a better understanding of the Cowboy state and its people.
We hope that others will be inspired to support these efforts or follow in their footsteps in altruistic undertakings of their own. Because a journey of a thousand miles always begins with a single step.
Authentic Wyoming
Tiny Builders, Big Dreams: Igniting Curiosity in Elementary Classrooms
In this episode, Tressa and Myra talk with Dr. Cindy Jones, Head of the UW Engineering Outreach Program. Well, that is, after Myra finishes going on and on about her move to North Carolina and her golf game. (Don't worry, Myra's still with Union and the podcast. She's just working remotely. Real remotely!) Dr. Jones orchestrates an enriching experience during Engineers Week, igniting the imaginations of elementary school students across the state. Through engaging activities, interactive demonstrations, and insightful discussions, Dr. Jones fosters a deep appreciation for the ingenuity and problem-solving inherent in engineering. Mostly, she instills a sense of wonder and possibility, encouraging students to explore their potential as future engineers. Her mission extends beyond the classroom, shaping the aspirations of countless young learners and cultivating a brighter future filled with innovation and discovery.
