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The âù´ºÔºÊÓƵ community cherishes the power of expression and embraces a diverse range of voices. Through the Cultural and Community Enrichment Series, âù´ºÔºÊÓƵ provides compelling opportunities for students and the wider public to engage with and glean insights from artists, authors, business leaders, historians, philosophers, musicians, scientists, photographers, poets, and other experts. These annual events, generously funded by donors, are open to the public, fostering a rich exchange of ideas and experiences. 

The Cultural & Community Enrichment Series operates under a philanthropic framework, wherein each associated name represents a single donation or a pool of donations held in an interest-bearing account by the âù´ºÔºÊÓƵ Foundation. This account serves a specific purpose determined by the donors. Importantly, the donation portion of the fund (the corpus) remains untouched, and additional contributions are simply added to it. Annually, a portion of the interest earned becomes available for expenditure. The âù´ºÔºÊÓƵ Foundation Board of Directors allocates 4% of the fund's corpus for spending each year. 

Author Elizabeth Smart visited âù´ºÔºÊÓƵ in April as part of the Dinneen Writer’s Series  |  True crime writer Ron Franscell, pictured, was joined by crime novelist Christine Carbo for the 2022 Literary Connection  |  Renowned artist, animator, publisher and graphic novelist Jason Brubaker came to âù´ºÔºÊÓƵ in September 2022 for a multi-day visit to work with students as part of the Union Pacific Business & Industry Series

ANB bank Performing Arts Series 

The ANB Bank Performing Arts Series has brought on-stage performances to âù´ºÔºÊÓƵ and the Cheyenne community that provide cultural entertainment. 

BMO Music Series 

The BMO Music Series was designed to bring culturally diverse musical groups and performers into the Cheyenne community and to the âù´ºÔºÊÓƵ campus.

Clay Watercolor Workshop 

The Clay Watercolor Workshop was designed to fund an annual week-long watercolor workshop on the âù´ºÔºÊÓƵ campus that features a nationally or internationally renowned artist in water media, and includes a gallery show, reception and a public demonstration. 

Ed & Caren Murray Art Series 

The Ed & Caren Murray Art Series hosts high-quality, nationally known artists in visual arts for workshops, lectures and shows. 

First Interstate Bank — Progress & Prosperity Community Conversation Series

The First Interstate Bank Progress and Prosperity Community Conversation Series was established to provide opportunities for âù´ºÔºÊÓƵ to present workshops and presenters based on community issues that involve local leaders, residents and the âù´ºÔºÊÓƵ campus.

Gerald & Jessie Chambers Speakers Series 

The Gerald & Jessie Chambers Speakers Series selects speakers who will be culturally diverse and deal with topics relevant to the community’s present, past and future. 

Literary Connection 

The Literary Connection was established to bring together writers and readers of literature in an informal yet inviting environment. 

The Dinneen Writer Series 

The Dinneen Writer Series was conceived to enrich the Cheyenne community and the âù´ºÔºÊÓƵ campus by featuring culturally diverse authors and writers. 

Union Pacific Business & Industry Series 

The Union Pacific Business & Industry Series is dedicated to raising awareness of the pertinent issues affecting the business community in 
Cheyenne, while also addressing needs of students preparing to enter the business environment.