More Than Meets the Eye

Torrington Offers EWC Students Plenty to See, Do and Explore

TORRINGTON, Wyo. – There is a common perception among college students that smaller communities don’t offer much to do. Spend a little time in Torrington, however, and you’ll quickly discover there is more to the community, and the surrounding area, than meets the eye.

For students at Eastern Wyoming College, Torrington provides an affordable, welcoming community with plenty of opportunities to eat, explore, stay active, experience history and enjoy time with friends.

And for those willing to venture beyond town, the opportunities expand considerably.

Great food is close to campus

Sometimes the best way to explore a community is to start with its food.

Torrington offers students a variety of locally owned restaurants, along with one of the area’s standout bakeries. Students can grab a cup of coffee at one of the community’s coffeehouses, cool off with a specialty lemonade, stop by a local soda shop or catch a movie at Torrington’s hometown theater.

For college students, having a variety of places to meet friends, grab a bite to eat or simply get off campus can make a community feel like home.

Adventure is right outside the door

Students looking for outdoor recreation don’t have to travel far.

EWC’s campus includes a nine-hole disc golf course, providing an easy way for students to get outside between classes or spend an afternoon with friends. A second nine-hole course is along the banks of the North Platte River.

The North Platte River also offers an opportunity to escape to the outdoors. Students can spend a day fishing, playing in the water, hiking along the river or simply enjoying the scenery.

Students interested in shooting sports can also find both indoor and outdoor shooting ranges in Goshen County.

The surrounding area provides even more opportunities for outdoor recreation, including the Wildcat Hills west of Scottsbluff and other destinations throughout southeast Wyoming and western Nebraska.

History comes alive

For students interested in history, photography, art, geography or simply exploring, Torrington is surrounded by places that tell the story of the American West.

Fort Laramie National Historic Site is only a short drive from Torrington. It offers students the chance to explore one of the most important military and trading posts on the Northern Plains.

The region also sits near the historic Oregon Trail, with iconic landmarks including Chimney Rock, Jail House Rock, Courthouse Rock, Register Cliff and Scotts Bluff National Monument.

A day trip to the Scotts Bluff area can include a visit to Scotts Bluff National Monument, the Riverside Discovery Center zoo in Scottsbluff or the Wildcat Hills.

For students who enjoy history, photography or simply getting out and seeing something new, the region provides an impressive outdoor classroom.

Road trips are part of the experience

One of the advantages of attending college in Torrington is its location.

Students can make a day trip to explore western Nebraska or travel farther to experience some of the region’s most recognizable destinations.

A longer road trip can take students north into South Dakota and the Black Hills, where destinations include Mount Rushmore and the many communities, scenic drives, and outdoor attractions throughout the region.

For students who enjoy exploring, Torrington can serve as a home base for discovering a large portion of the Northern Plains.

Life on campus matters, too

Not every adventure requires getting in a car.

EWC students have opportunities throughout the academic year to become involved in campus clubs and organizations, meet new people and build friendships outside the classroom.

Campus events such as Evening of Elegance and Casino Night provide students with opportunities to dress up, have fun and create memories with their classmates. Additional activities and events are offered throughout the year.

For many students, some of their best college memories come from the friendships they build and the experiences they share outside the classroom.

A community worth discovering

Torrington may not have the traffic, crowds or entertainment options of a major metropolitan area, and that’s part of its appeal.

For EWC students, the community offers something different: a place where students can get to know their community, explore the outdoors, experience Western history, support local businesses and build relationships.

There is plenty to do. Sometimes you just have to be willing to look around.

For students who choose to make the most of their college experience, Torrington isn’t simply a place to attend college.

It’s a place to explore, experience and call home.