Blockchain

Undergraduate Minor

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Get innovative with a blockchain minor

Want to be part of advancing technology? You’re in the right place.

Blockchain technology has revolutionized various industries by providing transparent digital ledgers and enhancing security and trust in data exchange — making it a critical tool for the future of finance and supply chain management.

UW’s blockchain minor equips students with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate this transformative technology and pursue exciting career opportunities.

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This program is currently offered in
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Laramie Campus

About the Blockchain Minor

The blockchain minor is a 15-credit-hour program that prepares students for career opportunities in fields like cryptocurrency development, blockchain consulting and cybersecurity. The program provides students with a deep understanding of blockchain fundamentals and encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

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The blockchain minor program provides students with access to innovative facilities, including:

 

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Blockchain Minor Highlights

Job Opportunities

Blockchain students pursue a wide range of exciting job opportunities, from blockchain development to consulting, and even leadership roles in blockchain startups. As blockchain continues to disrupt traditional industries, UW graduates will be well-positioned to contribute to positive social and economic change while advancing the technology itself.

 

The University of Wyoming is home to the UW Center for Blockchain and Digital Innovation. There, students have the opportunity to meet renowned experts in blockchain and participate in the blockchain club. The UW Center for Blockchain and Digital Innovation also sponsors the annual Wyoming Blockchain Stampede, which brings blockchain experts from a variety of fields to the UW campus. 

UW'S CENTER FOR BLOCKCHAIN

Steven Lupien directs the blockchain degree program with the assistance of expert faculty members, including Dr. Corey Billington, Dr. Danial Conway, Dr. Ali Nejadmalayeri and Dr. Soheil Sarachi. With industry pioneers and experts leading courses, blockchain students benefit immensely from faculty who provide impactful real-world insights and academic foundations in the constantly evolving field.

Meet Our Faculty

Students have the invaluable opportunity to work alongside faculty to complete undergraduate research. These research opportunities not only contribute to the advancement of blockchain technology but also prepare students to address the challenges and opportunities in the ever-evolving blockchain ecosystem. Research projects may lead to valuable insights, patents, publications and even collaborations with industry partners.

 

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What can you do with a blockchain degree?

UW’s blockchain curriculum prepares students to pursue careers in cryptocurrency development, blockchain consulting and cybersecurity — all of which are in high demand in today's job market. Graduates are also equipped to pursue advanced degrees in related fields such as computer science, cybersecurity, data science and finance.

UW graduates have held the following job titles:

  • Cloud Solutions Architect
  • Director of Business Development
  • Researcher
  • Network Growth Manager
  • President
  • Senior OSS Engineer
  • Chief Operating Officer

  • Wyoming Blockchain Coalition
  • Indico Blockchain Solutions LLC
  • Equa
  • CableLabs
  • Charter Communications
  • New Lines Institute for Strategy and Policy
  • CattleProof
  • Assure DeFi
  • OAM Technology Consulting LLC
  • LuminaTech Consulting
  • The Wyoming Stable Token Commission

Blockchain is a secure, decentralized digital ledger that records transactions in a way that is transparent and nearly impossible to alter. By storing data across a network of computers instead of a central server, it builds trust and reduces the need for intermediaries. This technology is important because it enables secure, efficient systems in areas like cryptocurrency, supply chain management, smart contracts, digital identity and more.

The blockchain minor provides a strong foundation in blockchain fundamentals and its real-world business applications. Students gain insights into emerging technologies, innovation, data analytics and ethical decision-making, with elective options that allow them to tailor the minor to their interests in fields like business, technology or energy. This interdisciplinary approach equips students with the knowledge and skills to apply blockchain in a variety of professional settings.

"Completing the blockchain minor was a game-changer for me. It's like I was handed a key to the future of technology and finance. Now, I'm not just witnessing the blockchain revolution; I'm actively shaping it."

- UW Blockchain Graduate

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