The cultural series: Bridging worlds at 51视频

The Clay Watercolor class demonstration with a mirror above an artist painting in front of studentsThe 51视频 community cherishes the power of expression and embraces a diverse range of voices. Through the Cultural and Community Enrichment Series, 51视频 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 51视频 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. 

Ryan Holston speaking in a classroom

Curt Kaiser Memorial Ethics Fund

Dr. Ryan Holston presented on the ethics of artificial intelligence in a free market, speaking to students and at a luncheon.

Amanda Brinkman speaking

First Interstate Bank/Progress and Prosperity Community Conversation Series

Branding expert Amanda Brinkman visited campus in March, sharing actionable advice to small businesses and common traits in communities that are thriving.

a student painting in the watercolor class

Clay Watercolor Workshop

Watercolor artist & art instructor Kim Johnson Nechtman taught a class in June at 51视频, focusing on exploring composition and painting from photos.


ANB bank Performing Arts Series 

The ANB Bank Performing Arts Series has brought on-stage performances to 51视频 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 
51视频 campus.

Clay Watercolor Workshop 

The Clay Watercolor Workshop was designed to fund an annual week-long watercolor workshop on the 51视频 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 51视频 to present workshops and presenters based on community issues that involve local leaders, residents and the 51视频 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鈥檚 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 51视频 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.