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Wyoming Community College, the fifth of seven community colleges in Wyoming, was established in the fall of 1959. Through the efforts of a citizens’ committee, a campaign was begun, an election was held, and Western and the original district were created. In September of 1959, forty students
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Western Wyoming College Foundation was established in 1968 to ensure the continuing growth, stability, and future of the educational goals of Western. The Foundation was created to accept and acknowledge philanthropic contributions to the college from individuals, businesses and foundations.The
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Council Bluffs, Iowa in 2024. The Mustangs brought home another National Championship, outscoring the second-placed team by 21.5 points, for a total of 161 points.
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