PHASE I, II & III PROGRAMS
DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE & TECHNOLOGY
DATA HUB:
The Wyoming Data Hub is a central stop for to discover and access research data and associated information products developed by the University of Wyoming (UW) and community college researchers. Sharing and re-use of research data will support education and training, new research and development within academia and industry partners, and technology and information transfer to build computational capacity and data-driven decision making for government organizations, new entrepreneurs, and all Wyoming citizens. This unified effort will help spur economic development, strengthen Wyoming’s workforce, support industry, and promote research collaborations.
SCHOOL OF COMPUTING:
The School of Computing creates a foundation for programmatic expansion of data and computing across all nine higher education institutions. The effort will build training and education programs in cybersecurity, big data, artificial intelligence, and their applications.
Through statewide partnerships across higher education, K-12, and workforce development, the School of Computing will build a workforce pipeline that stimulates the economy through the creation of new talent and research in computing and data, including artificial intelligence and cyber security.
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT:
The establishment of a software development program offers students opportunities to work in this highly skilled field and meet employers’ needs to grow and remain competitive in a technology-driven economy. The program accelerates Wyoming’s goals to diversify the state’s economy. This program began in Phase I and will continue into Phase II to include more students from institutions across Wyoming.
DIGITAL CREDENTIAL WALLET & MICRO - CREDENTIALING:
A digital credential wallet is a secure tool for managing and storing digital credentials. These credentials may include academic degrees, professional certifications, micro-credentials, and even government-issued identity documents such as passports and driver's licenses. This digital credential wallet will allow students and employers the opportunity to connect in a way never before possible and will provide support for building career pathways outside of a traditional education model.
EXPANDING ACCESS TO CAREERS IN A TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN ECONOMY:
WWCC and LCCC are redeveloping their programs to address emerging technological fields. LCCC is focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) in collaboration with industry partners and local school districts, while WWCC has established an Associate of Applied Science in Cybersecurity. The Cybersecurity program launch in fall of 2024, and AI in fall 2025. Both have garnered significant student interest.
PHASE II KEY METRICS
The Wyoming Innovation Partnership (WIP) is focused on key metrics, data, and outcomes. This data-driven approach has been used to guide decisions that support solidifying transformational strategies to help Wyoming and our communities thrive long-term and realize a return on investment.
