CSU Spur’s Wiz Kid wins Heartland Emmy for children’s programming

A woman in a black dress and black cowboy hat holds up an Emmy statue on stage in front of a curtain with the words "Heartland Emmys."

Wiz Kid is always learning something new, and she acquired an extra-special piece of knowledge the evening of July 18: she’s officially a Heartland Emmy winner! The Wiz Kid series, produced by several members of Colorado State University’s Marketing and Communications team and featuring CSU Spur experts, was recognized as the top piece of children’s programming in the region.

Need a pick-me-up? Find your energy thanks to the latest episode of Wiz Kid

Wiz Kid learns about energy.

Wiz Kid is the perpetually curious host of CSU’s educational YouTube series, which shares the science happening at the university with a global audience. The newest episode, released July 10, focuses on energy. In addition to exploring different types of energy, the episode features quick lessons from CSU experts on topics ranging from how muscles work to the science behind a special toilet that turns human waste into power.

The latest buzz: CSU Spur’s Wiz Kid has the scoop on all things pollinators

Wiz Kid learns about pollinators.

Colorado State University Spur’s Wiz Kid is back for a second season! Join CSU’s perpetually curious educational host as she showcases the wonders of science alongside researchers from Spur, the main campus in Fort Collins, and partners from across the state. The first episode focuses on the importance of pollinators.