Community Engagement Highlights
There are a lot of exciting community events and community engagement resources. These are just a few!
- Volunteer Fairs at UW | Laramie | Feb 3 and 5
- “Rails and Reel” Movie Series | AHC Stock Growers Room | Feb 5, 12, 19
- Winter Moose Day | Vedauwoo/Happy Jack, Snowy Range, and Arlington areas | Feb 7-8
- UW Extension Fremont County Farm and Ranch Days | Feb 11-12
- “UNDIVIDE US” Film Screening | Laramie | Feb 13 | 7 pm
- Big Horn Basin Cyber Shindig | Powell | Feb 20
Interested in going to other UW events across the state? Check them out!
Across Wyoming, incredible stories of collaboration, service and impact unfold every day, reflecting the spirit and strength of our communities. From local initiatives to statewide partnerships, the University of Wyoming is proud to be part of this ongoing story of engagement. Here, you'll find just a few highlights of the meaningful events and efforts led by UW and our partners throughout the state. These are moments that demonstrate the power of coming together to create lasting change.
- UW Seeks Nominations for Teacher Mentor Corps – by February 10
- Winter Issue of UWyo Magazine Highlights Hands-On Learning
- UW’s America 250 Celebration to Feature Pulitzer Prize-Winning Historian Edward J. Larson
- TIME Ranks UW in Top 100 of U.S. Universities
- Ivinson Memorial Hospital and UW Partner on Embedded Faculty Position
At the Office of Community Engagement (OCE), we may be a small team, but we make a big impact! Along with our two full-time staff members, we’re lucky to have an amazing group of student team members who help drive our efforts and keep things running smoothly. If you're around the Bureau of Mines on campus, stop in and see us, or feel free to reach out via our contact information. We're one phone call or email away!
Join UW's Commemoration of America's 250th
In recognition of the nation’s 250th anniversary, UW is presenting a yearlong series of events designed to foster learning, reflection, and civic engagement. The calendar includes keynote lectures, panel discussions, exhibitions, and community gatherings, with additional events added throughout the year as they are submitted. Check back periodically to stay current on upcoming programs and opportunities to join the commemoration.
UW Community Engagement Report 2023-24
The UW Office of Community Engagement has compiled a report to highlight ways that the institution partners with, reaches out to and serves Wyoming’s communities. This report was designed to shine a light on and celebrate some of the many impactful connections between UW and the state.
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Learn more about the University of Wyoming and what makes it so great!
The University of Wyoming’s commitment to community engagement has earned recognition from the Carnegie Foundation. In 2024, UW received the Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, acknowledging the institution's extensive outreach efforts throughout the state. Universities receive this designation only following a rigorous evaluation and documentation of their community engagement endeavors. This designation serves as a catalyst for the university to further refine its strategic approach to community engagement and expand upon existing initiatives.
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