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The University of Wyoming has selected 82 talented Wyoming sophomores to participate in the annual Summer High School Institute (SHSI) June 7-27, at UW.

The students, nominated for SHSI by their schools and then selected by a group of UW faculty members, enjoy a rare opportunity to learn and exchange ideas without concern about grades or credits.

The program draws talented high school sophomore students to UW for an intensive examination of unanswered questions and unresolved challenges. Among areas to be studied are world hunger, robotic and computer engineering, knights and cowboys, drama, ethics and society, weather and aviation, understanding cultural development, pharmacy and folk tales from around the world.

The goals are to help selected high school students achieve their academic and personal potential and cultivate leadership capabilities. The program is designed to expand students' horizons, develop their adaptability, creativity and critical thinking abilities, and heighten their sensitivity to future possibilities for themselves and society. SHSI strives to stimulate and reward excellence in Wyoming schools.

A select group of UW faculty members and special consultants will work closely with students in classes, seminars and extracurricular activities. An array of stimulating speakers and films, field trips and recreational events also will be offered.

Applications for next year's institute will be available at all Wyoming high schools in early December.

Among the students selected are:

Big Piney High School -- Hannah Scherbel.

Evanston High School -- Charles Bailey; Rocio (Navarrete) Gomez.

Green River High School -- Tessa Christiansen; Erin Freeman; Bethany Jones; Spencer Lane.

Kemmerer Junior/Senior High School -- Brandon Muller.

Pinedale High School -- Elisa Lowham.

Rock Springs High School -- Michael Granthom; Lindsey Haines; Laice O'Malley; Todd Tingey.