LARAMIE, Wyo., Oct. 2 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release:

University of Wyoming President Shane Reeves welcomes Gov. Mark Gordon for the latest episode of "UWyo Spotlight," a monthly podcast featuring conversations with people helping shape the future of the university and the state it serves.

In the nearly hourlong conversation, Gordon and Reeves discuss leadership; Wyoming's tradition of independence; the role of higher education in the state's future; economic diversification; emerging technologies; and the importance of preparing Wyoming students for a rapidly changing world.

Gordon, who is completing his second term as Wyoming's governor, reflects on nearly eight years as the state's chief executive and h...