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Kids ask Why?

2020 Student Application

– Do you love where you live?
– Do you wish people knew more about Wyoming?
– Do you want to be on the radio?
– Are you a curious person?

If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then read on! The Buffalo Bill Center of the West and Wyoming Public Radio are partnering to create a podcast for kids just like you!

Wyoming Public Radio and educators from the Buffalo Bill Center of the West want to interview people about why Wyoming is a special place. Selected applicants’ interviews will be broadcast through Wyoming Public Media.

  • Who? Anyone living in Wyoming age 7 – 13 may apply.
  • When? Applications will be accepted through April 7, 2020. If you are accepted, you will need to attend an informational meeting in mid-April with your parent/guardian, and then work with museum educators and radio reporters on a case-by-case basis to refine your topic and interview techniques. Skype calls or video conferencing are possible.
  • To Apply: Please answer the question below and submit them on our online application. Your parent/guardian can help. Their assistance is encouraged.

Visit tiny.cc/kidsaskwhy for an application.


The Questions

Please answer the following questions on the online application at tiny.cc/kidsaskwhy. We will choose the most interesting and thoughtful ideas for our 2020 podcast season. Your parents/guardian are encouraged to help!

What do YOU want the world to know about Wyoming (1 – 2 sentences)

Why? (100 words maximum)

(Optional): Who would you talk to for more information about this topic?


For more information or additional questions, please e-mail [email protected] or call Emily at 307-578-4110.

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Nancy McClure

Nancy now does Grants & Foundations Relations for the Center of the West's Development Department, but was formerly the Content Producer for the Center's Public Relations Department, where her work included writing and updating website content, publicizing events, copy editing, working with images, and producing the e-newsletter Western Wire. Her current job is seeking and applying for funding from government grants and private foundations. In her spare time, Nancy enjoys photography, reading, flower gardening, and playing the flute.

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