Northwest College News Desk

Scholarships still available for summer music camps

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:21:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - Students and adult musicians still have time to apply for scholarships to the 2013 Northwest College summer music camps.

Solarin, Simao named athletes of the year

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:04:00 MST

A pair of Northwest College athletes who will be continuing their playing careers at the NCAA Division I level were named athletes of the year at Northwest College on Wednesday night. Men’s basketball player Jeffrey Solarin and women’s soccer star Samhia Simao were recognized for standout careers for the Trappers.

Henwood headed for Wayne State

Thu, 09 May 2013 12:00:00 MST

Hali Henwood, a two-year member of the Northwest College women’s soccer program and a 2012 member of the National Soccer Coaches Association of America’s College Scholar All-American team, has signed a national letter of intent to continue her playing career at Wayne State College in Nebraska.

Summer outdoor classes feature weekends of wilderness first aid, rock climbing and kayaking

Wed, 08 May 2013 12:00:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - Outdoor enthusiasts are invited to join Northwest College for three weekend classes offered this summer in Wilderness First Aid, Rock Climbing and Kayaking.

Northwest College breaks ground on Yellowstone Building Thursday, May 16

Tue, 07 May 2013 11:40:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - Northwest College invites the public to a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Yellowstone Building at 4 p.m. Thursday, May 16.

Thermop standout inks with Northwest

Tue, 07 May 2013 12:00:00 MST

Dana Bjorhus, a multisport standout for Thermopolis High School, has signed a letter of intent to play women’s basketball for the Northwest College Trappers next season. Bjorhus comes to Powell after a highly decorated prep athletic career.

Northwest College begins summer hours May 20

Mon, 06 May 2013 12:00:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - Northwest College goes into summer mode beginning Monday, May 20, with changed hours for administrative offices and Hinckley Library.

NWC announces speakers for May 18 commencement exercises

Mon, 06 May 2013 12:00:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - Northwest College Commencement Exercises begin at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 18, in Cabre Gym.

Customer service training scheduled twice on May 21

Fri, 03 May 2013 12:00:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - To help local businesses gear up for the summer season, the Northwest College Cody Center for Training and Development will conduct a three-hour customer service training twice on Tuesday, May 21.

NWC Flute Studio students and Flute Ensemble perform Tuesday, May 7

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 01:30:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - The spring semester at Northwest College draws to a close with a flute recital Tuesday, May 7.

Grab your clubs and sunscreen for NWC’s Trapper Bonanza Golf tournament Saturday, May 11

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:00:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - Big Horn Basin golfers can get back in their swing at the Northwest College Trapper Bonanza Golf Tournament Saturday, May 11, at the Powell Golf Club.

Juried Student Photo Show opens May 1 in Northwest Gallery

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 11:20:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - Northwest College's 2013 Juried Student Photo Show opens Wednesday, May 1, with an artists' reception at 7:30 p.m. in SinClair Gallery.

Erickson looks forward

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 05:04:00 MST

What’s in a name? For Northwest College men’s basketball coach Brian Erickson, everything. Erickson led the Trappers to a 22 11 record and a Region IX tournament semifinal appearance while serving as the team’s interim head coach this past winter. While the interim label had no bearing on the team’s success during the season, Erickson learned that wasn’t the case when it came to the recruiting trail.

Burnett signs with Tenn. State

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 05:11:00 MST

Northwest College sophomore Katie Burnett will continue her volleyball career at the NCAA Division I level after inking a letter of intent with Tennessee State University. The Tigers, out of the Ohio Valley Conference, are coming off an 18-14 season that ended in the semifinals of the conference tournament.

Violinist Gregory Walker returns to perform with Northwest Civic Orchestra May 4

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 10:34:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - The Northwest Civic Orchestra 2012-13 season culminates Saturday, May 4, with a 7:30 p.m. concert in the Nelson Performing Arts Center Auditorium.

Team Enactus Northwest College wins regional; headed to national competition

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 02:28:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - The state of Wyoming will be represented by Northwest College at the 2013 Enactus USA National Exposition in Kansas City, Mo.

NWC Forensics Team strikes gold at nationals

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 02:53:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - The Northwest College Forensics Team struck gold at Phi Rho Pi Nationals April 16-19 at Los Angeles Valley Community College.

Trombones and brass quintet welcome spring with May 9 recital at NWC

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 08:56:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - The Northwest College Music Department glides into spring with a trombone recital at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 9, in the Nelson Performing Arts Center Auditorium.

Guitar Ensemble and College Choir perform Monday, April 29, at NWC

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 08:59:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - The Northwest College Music Department will showcase its Guitar Ensemble and College Choir in a diverse assortment of musical selections at a 7:30 p.m. concert, Monday, April 29, in the Nelson Performing Arts Center Auditorium.

Erickson officially made head coach for Northwest

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:50:00 MST

A familiar face will return to the sidelines of Ken Rochlitz Court as the Northwest College Trappers officially named Brian Erickson head men’s basketball coach for the 2013-2014 season. Erickson coached the Northwest College Trappers to a 22-11 season and a Region IX tournament semifinal appearance while serving as interim head coach this past winter.

NWC calls on Brian Erickson to coach Men’s Basketball Team

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 01:44:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - A familiar face will return to the court with the Northwest College Men’s Basketball Team next year when Brian Erickson moves from his current interim coaching position to a new job as head coach.

Vocal Jazz II and Studio Singers liven up the night with Tuesday, April 30, concert at NWC

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:22:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - The Northwest College Studio Singers and Vocal Jazz II present their annual spring concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, in the Nelson Performing Arts Center Auditorium.

Two Jazz Bands in the spotlight Thursday, April 25, at NWC

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 09:37:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - The Northwest College Jazz Band I and Jazz Band II recreate the crafted and interpretive style of jazz at a 7:30 p.m. concert Thursday, April 25, in the Nelson Performing Arts Center Auditorium.

Take part in the culture and diversity of an Arabic Night Wednesday, April 24, at NWC

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 12:00:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - Northwest College's International Club and Diversity Awareness Committee invite you to join them at an Arabic Night Wednesday, April 24, from 7-9 p.m. in the DeWitt Student Center Lounge on the NWC Campus.

Master Chorale performs with Sax Quartet and Clarinet Ensemble in free concert April 23 at NWC

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 12:00:00 MST

POWELL, Wyo. - The Northwest Master Chorale will perform in a 7:30 p.m. concert Tuesday, April 23, in the Nelson Performing Arts Center Auditorium on the Northwest College campus.