Hector Martinez’s parents immigrated to the United States as teenagers, fleeing violence and a lack of opportunities in Mexico. Now, as the first person in his family to go to college, it is his turn to face the unknown in pursuit of a better future. “Knowing that I can be the first person in my
Northern Wyoming Community College District Board of Trustees received an update during their board meeting Thursday night on efforts to offer an applied four-year degree program. During the meeting, NWCCD President Dr. Walt Tribley announced that the District anticipates offering a Bachelor of Applied Science in Management and Leadership with two areas of emphasis –
The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program named Sheridan College, part of Northern Wyoming Community College District, as one of 150 community colleges eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. The nation’s signature recognition of high achievement and performance among America’s community colleges, eligible institutions demonstrate strong and improving student
The Department of Music at Sheridan College will present a fall concert featuring the Sheridan College Symphony Orchestra and Choirs on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019 at 7 p.m. in Kinnison Hall at Whitney Center for the Arts. The concert is free, but an admission ticket is needed. Tickets are available at the Whitney Center for
The Sheridan College Theater and Dance Department presents “American Idiot” at the WYO Theater Nov. 14 – 16 at 7:30 p.m. with a matinee performance on Nov. 16 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available for purchase at wyotheater.com or the WYO Theater Box Office and are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and military, and
The Northern Wyoming Community College District nursing program has received full reaccreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, a national agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The Wyoming State Board of Nursing approves all nursing programs within the state, but accreditation is an additional,
November is National Native American Heritage Month, an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the extraordinary contributions and accomplishments of First Nations and indigenous communities. This year, Sheridan College is taking part by hosting several presentations and events throughout the month. On Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 5:30 p.m., Yufna Soldier Wolf will give a presentation about
Dr. Walter Tribley became president of Northern Wyoming Community College District in July. In an effort to connect with all of the communities served by the District, he is hosting meet and greet events throughout Sheridan, Campbell and Johnson counties. The next three upcoming events will be in the communities of Kaycee, Big Horn and
The Colleges of the NWCCD have robust student life programs Students attending the Colleges of the Northern Wyoming Community College District choose from over 70 areas of study. They also have myriad clubs and activities to get involved in while attending college. Vice President of Student Affairs, Dr. Leah Barrett explains why this type of
Eight Sheridan College students traveled to Louisville, Kentucky, last week to compete against thousands of their peers at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. All eight students placed within the top 15 in the nation and half placed in the top 10. Only those students who won gold medals at the Wyoming SkillsUSA competition
