City of Winston-Salem University

Let the city take you to school

Applications are no longer being accepted for the 2012 class.

City of Winston-Salem University gives citizens a better understanding of city government, including the responsibilities of various city departments and the city’s role in the community.    

Topics include:

• Finance
• Sanitation
• Utilities Operations
• Streets
• Transportation
• Public Safety
• Planning
• Economic Development
• Housing
• Recreation
• Public Facilities

Students are chosen through an application process. Class size is limited. It is a 12-week course and meets once a week on Thursdays. Classes are from 6 to 9 p.m. The classes meet at City Hall and various other locations.

2011 Graduates' Testimonials:

"I enjoyed CWSU tremendously as it gave me a wonderful understanding and a greater appreciation of the City of Winston-Salem and how it’s managed. Given the opportunity, I would recommend this program to any citizen." - Waddell Sheppard

"CWSU is a very well organized and informative program that allows a comprehensive, "insider's look" at vital city departments and key personnel leading those departments."- DeWanna Hamlin

"The CWSU class was eye-opening, all inclusive, and a very positive informative experience for me as a citizen of Winston Salem Forsyth County!...It definitely should be mandatory for all persons seeking to run for official office in WS." - Daymond Lindell