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UW’s WORTH Institute Wins $2.5M Federal Grant to Build Rural Career Pathways in Outdoor Recreation, Tourism, Hospitality

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October 6, 2026

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Summary

The University of Wyoming's Jay Kemmerer WORTH Institute has secured a $2.5 million federal grant to launch the Wyoming Rural Pathways Initiative, aimed at creating career pathways in outdoor recreation, tourism, and hospitality. This initiative will provide opportunities for rural students and workers in Wyoming, focusing on employer-paid internships and apprenticeships to fill the state's largest private-sector employment sector.

Why this matters for apprenticeships

This initiative highlights the importance of developing registered apprenticeship programs to support workforce development in rural areas. By connecting education and employment through structured apprenticeship pathways, the program aims to retain talent within Wyoming's vital outdoor recreation and tourism industries.

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