ABOUT THE COLLEGE

EXCELLENT FACULTY

The University of Wyoming has attracted outstanding lawyer-educators from throughout the country to its law faculty. They are a relatively young, vibrant group who take their teaching responsibilities seriously while maintaining strong reputations as scholars and public servants. Nearly half of the faculty members are women, a fitting representation for Wyoming, “The Equality State.”

STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO SMALL

Our law school’s favorable student-faculty ratio results in several tangible benefits, including small classes, more personalized instruction, and a diverse curriculum. Graduates leave the UW College of Law with a broad-based foundation for success, whether in a traditional law practice, in business, or in a nontraditional career path. Because of its location in the West, Wyoming has a comprehensive environmental and natural resources law curriculum. The College of Law also has three strong clinical programs. These provide students with hands-on experience in the law, including, for example, oral argument before the Wyoming Supreme Court.

ACTIVE LEGAL COMMUNITY

The law school at Wyoming enjoys the active interest, involvement, and support of its alumni and other members of the state’s legal community. Members of the bench and bar regularly serve as adjunct faculty members and participate in other law school activities. Likewise, students often have significant opportunities to participate in activities of the bar. Among the more valuable of these opportunities is a mentor program in which first-year law students are paired with experienced attorneys. This relationship gives students a concrete connection to the practice of law, and an invaluable resource for academic, career, and other advice.

MODERN FACILITIES

The law school occupies a modern, spacious building that is conducive to learning and studying. Our building contains three classrooms, a moot courtroom, two seminar rooms, the law library, faculty and staff offices, and offices for clinical programs and student organizations.  The classrooms have a semi-circular amphitheater design, providing excellent acoustical and visual qualities.  State-of-the-art projection systems in the classrooms allow instructors to utilize multi-media and Internet demonstrations in classroom instruction.  Two of the classrooms have been recently remodeled, with significant technological enhancements.  The student lounge and informal seating areas throughout the building provide comfortable facilities for study, conversation, and relaxation.  Adjoining the student lounge is a locker room containing an individual locker for each student.  Offices and work areas are provided for student activities.  A computer lab and wireless Internet system are available for student use.  A three-story law library offers more space per student than nearly every other law school library in the country.  Students can choose from a variety of study areas - open carrels, closed carrels, tables, lounge areas, and small group conference rooms. The law library has an exceptional staff dedicated to providing friendly, professional service.

A MOUNTAIN TOWN

Good law students, like good lawyers, are well-rounded individuals who appreciate and enjoy life outside the law. You will work very hard in law school, but you will also need to rejuvenate your mind and body from time to time. We believe that Wyoming offers unparalleled opportunities in this regard. At 7,200 feet, the UW College of Law is the highest law school in the land. Within sight of the law building are the foothills of the Laramie Range five miles to the east and the majestic Snowy Range 30 miles to the west. Students have easy access to some of the finest outdoor recreation activities in the country, including superb hiking, skiing (both downhill and cross-country), mountain biking, rock climbing, camping, snowmobiling, hunting, and fishing.

Laramie is a friendly, unpretentious community of 30,000. It has no mall; instead, its historic downtown has retained its character with a lively array of unique shops, restaurants, and other businesses. Laramie also combines its small-town atmosphere with the energy and excitement of a major university. UW, with 11,500 students, has a remarkably active cultural activities program, often playing host to world-class performers. Serious Division I athletic competition is also a staple. And for those who yearn occasionally for the bright lights of a big city, Denver is only two hours to the south.