Eastern Wyoming College (EWC) is teaming up with the Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming and the Women In Trucking Association (WIT) to host “Trucks Are For Girls” on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at EWC’s Douglas campus.
The event is designed to spark interest among girls and women in the wide variety of career paths available in trucking, logistics, and transportation. Open to the public, the program will include interactive learning, equipment displays, and opportunities to connect directly with professionals working in the field.
A Platform for Hands-On Learning
Attendees will be able to step inside trucks, buses, and heavy machinery while hearing from experts about how the supply chain keeps America moving.
“This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity in Wyoming to experience the transportation industry up close and connect with women who are thriving in the field,” said Ed Kimes, EWC CDL program director. “No other event in the region offers this level of hands-on learning and mentorship.”
Special guest U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman, Wyoming’s representative in the U.S. House, will also be present to show support for women pursuing careers in transportation.
Spotlight on Industry Leaders
The featured speaker, Dakota Muniz, Fulfillment Manager at Refractories West Inc. in Pueblo, Colo., brings personal experience to the stage. As a third-generation leader in her family’s logistics and distribution business, she worked her way up from safety coordinator and sales associate to managing fulfillment and logistics, all while earning her associate degree in business management.
“I fell in love with the logistics industry early on,” Muniz said. “It’s fast-paced, rewarding, and offers endless opportunities for women who want to make an impact.”
Inspiring the Next Generation
Girl Scouts attending the event can earn the official Women In Trucking patch, which introduces girls to the trucking industry through interactive activities. The patch emphasizes the essential role trucks play in everyday life while encouraging future career exploration.
Founded in 2007, WIT is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing women in trucking, celebrating their contributions, and breaking down barriers in the industry.
“Trucks Are For Girls” is free and open to all ages, offering a rare chance for young women to picture themselves in trucking and related fields.
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Source: Truckers News
