President Shane Reeves
Today, I am deeply honored to officially begin my service as the 29th President of
the University of Wyoming!
My family and I are incredibly grateful for the warm welcome we have received. I also
want to extend my sincere thanks to former President Ed Seidel for his exceptional
grace and support throughout this transition.
The University of Wyoming opens doors. For generations, it has changed lives through
education and pushed knowledge forward through research. UW is a point of pride for
this state and beyond; you feel it every time our Cowboys and Cowgirls compete. What
has impressed me most are the people – faculty, staff and students, deeply committed
to this place and to one another. That commitment is the foundation we build on.
In the weeks ahead, my priority is simply to listen and learn. I want to hear your
perspectives and understand your aspirations for UW's future. By honoring our rich
traditions while boldly embracing new ideas, I am confident that we will create an
even brighter future for this remarkable institution. What we can accomplish together
is boundless.
Finally, as our nation celebrates its historic 250th anniversary this week, I join
all Wyomingites in expressing gratitude for our shared heritage. I encourage everyone
to step away from work this holiday weekend to relax, recharge and enjoy our beautiful
state.
Thank you for welcoming Kimberly and me into the Cowboy family. I look forward to
the impactful work we will accomplish together. Now, go enjoy the firework shows and
have a wonderful Fourth of July!
Go Pokes!
Sincerely,
Shane Reeves, President
The University of Wyoming has earned its Research Level 1 (R1) status from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, placing Wyoming's only four-year university with the top research universities in the United States.