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Fall Classes

Looking to take classes this fall? Registration is now open! New to CWI? Complete admissions by Aug. 10.

Campus Expansion

Construction has commenced on the College's new Health and Science Building and Horticulture and Agricultural Science Building at the Nampa Campus. Follow along on our journey to establishing a dynamic campus providing access to cutting-edge resources.

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Stay in the Know – CWI Bachelor’s Degree Approved

CWI has received approval to offer a Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Administration. Read more about current status and next steps.

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Community

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ESI turns to CWI To Level-Up Refrigeration Workers in Strategic Partnership

National construction company ESI has turned to CWI for critical employee training as they look to build a new in-house division for refrigeration installation.

Student Success

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Inspired by Role Models, Alex Duran Aims to Pay it Forward

By studying accounting through CWI’s Business program, Beta Sigma Pi member, Alex Duran, hopes to one day establish an accounting firm and dance studio.

Announcements

CWI Tutoring Achieves New International Tutor Training Certification

The CWI Tutoring and Writing center team has achieved certification as Level 2 tutor training program.

Announcements

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Don’t Wait! Register Now for CWI Summer Camps

CWI has fun and exciting summer camps for middle and high school students!

Community

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Ready for a Home Run? Get Ready for CWI Night at Boise Hawks!

Batter up! CWI Night at Boise Hawks returns Tuesday, June 18.

Community

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SUNY Oswego's Visit to CWI Highlights Groundbreaking Micron Partnership

Leadership from SUNY Oswego visited CWI to tour the Mechatronics lab and learn about the Micron Registered Apprenticeship Program.

Student Success

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Graduates Celebrated at the 2024 CWI Commencement Ceremony

More than 1700 CWI graduates were honored Friday, May 10, at ExtraMile Arena in Boise.

Student Success

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CWI Students Garner Multiple Awards at National Business Professionals of America Conference

Eight students from CWI achieve top-ten finishes in multiple competitions at the BPA National Conference.

Community

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Looking Back at Community College Month

April was Community College Month, and it was action packed for CWI! Read about just a few of the events that took place.

Campus Life

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Party! Graduating Students and Family Gather for the 2024 Grad Fest

With hundreds in attendance and a good time had by all, 2024 Grad Fest was a success!

Student Success

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Connections Project Showcases Student Excellence

Congratulations to the winners of this year’s Connections Excellence Awards!

Student Success

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Student Leadership Award Winners Recognized at Annual Banquet

Students at CWI were recognized and celebrated for their leadership on campus and in the community at the Student Leadership Banquet Friday, April 26.

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