Susan Thomas was raised on a ranch in Johnson County,Wyoming - the famous country of Butch Cassidyand his “Hole in the Wall” gang. As an educator, she has spent nearly four decades advocating for the rights of children with special needs and has earned the respect of her peers and the admiration of her students.
Susan Thomas earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Northern Colorado in 1971 and went to work in Wyoming as one of the firsteducators to teach students with learning disabilities.
She retired from teaching in 2007 after spending 36 years in the classroom.
In addition to serving on a wide variety of boards and organizations on the state and national levels, Susan Thomas has been a leading advocate in the fight against breast cancer in Wyoming and throughout the nation, starting the Wyoming Race for the Cure in 1994.
Mrs. Thomas has established a foundation in Senator Thomas’ memory, the Craig and Susan Thomas Foundation. A non-profit, charitable organization, it works with Wyoming individuals, organizations and communities to provide opportunities and helps children who are at-risk achieve their full potential. Launched in March of 2008, the Foundation has already awarded scholarships to several dozen students, enabling them to gain post-secondary education in Wyoming colleges and trade schools. Mrs. Thomas personally mentors each student. The Foundation has also helped a wide variety of organizations that champion our youth and has honored adult leaders who go the extra mile to teach and nurture young learners.
Susan Thomas was a full partner with her husband, United States Senator Craig Thomas, in the political world and is truly honored to have the opportunity to continue to serve the great state of Wyoming.
