College of Western Idaho’s Work-Based Learning Center continues to make an impact, earning the 2026 Handshake Career Spark Award for the second consecutive year.
Sociology Professor, Charles Dickinson, shares his teaching strategies with educators nationwide in a newly published book chapter.
Congratulations to Associate Professor of Biology, Andy Jensen, who has been named Idaho's 2026 GEM Innovative Educator of the Year in Scientific Ways of Knowing.
Congratulations to Adult Education Teacher, Rebecca Henderson, who was named Idaho Adult Education Teacher of the Year by the Idaho Division of Career Technical Education.
Congratulations to Nursing Assistant Professor, Joslyn Sciarrino, who has been named Faculty of Distinction for September 2026.
Congratulations to Bachelor of Applied Science – Business Administration Program Coordinator and Associate Professor, Ryan Hanson, who has been named 2026 Faculty of the Year.
Congratulations to Director of Student Retention and Engagement, Amber Eubanks, who has been named 2026 Staff of the Year.
Two CWI faculty members were selected for the National WWII Museum's Faculty Seminar, expanding their expertise to enrich student learning.
Congratulations to Executive Director of Professional and Custom Training, Autumn Braase, who has been named one of Idaho Business Review's 2026 Women of the Year honorees.
Through a U.S. State Department exchange program, Kazakhstan mining leaders explored workforce development and mining education at CWI.
Congratulations to Bachelor of Applied Science - Business Administration Program Coordinator and Associate Professor, Ryan Hanson, who has been named Faculty of Distinction for May 2026.
Congratulations to Assistant Professor of Humanities and Honors Program Coordinator, Michal Yadlin, who has been named Faculty of Distinction for April 2026.
Congratulations to Communication Adjunct Faculty, Thérése Woozley, who has been named Faculty of Distinction for March 2026.
Congratulations to CWI Counselor, Yanet Nuñez, who has been named the 2026 Supervisor of the Year by the Idaho Counseling Association.
Congratulations to Associate Professor of Accounting, Joe Welker, who has been named Faculty of Distinction for February 2026.
Congratulations to Assistant Professor of Health Professions, Colleen Conklin, who has been named Faculty of Distinction for January 2026.
CWI welcomes back Trevi Hardy, who rejoins the College as Assistant Vice President of Employer Partnerships and Workforce Development.
Professional Development Day at CWI spotlighted innovative teaching, honored outstanding faculty, and celebrated projects that put students at the center of learning.
Adult Education teacher, Holly Bazarski, was selected as Idaho’s 2026 State Advocate for Adult Education Fellow, strengthening advocacy for adult learners statewide.
Congratulations to Associate Professor of Business, Lindsey Wallgren, who has been named Faculty of Distinction for December 2025.
Congratulations to Math Solutions Center Teaching Faculty, Chelse Bulthuis, who has been named Faculty of Distinction for November 2025.
Congratulations to Associate Professor of Biology, Elise Connor, who has been named Faculty of Distinction for October 2025.
Congratulations to Honors Program Coordinator and Assistant Professor of Humanities, Michal Yadlin, who has been appointed to the board of the Idaho Humanities Council as an academic
President Gordon Jones has been named to the ASU+GSV Higher Education Insights Board.
CWI leaders Gordon Jones and Mark Arstein were named to Idaho Business Review’s IDAHO 500 for advancing education, workforce growth, and community opportunity.
Congratulations to Assistant Professor of Physics, Stephanie Sevigny, who has been named Faculty of Distinction for September 2025.
CWI celebrates Philosophy Adjunct, Sean Gould, named Idaho’s 2025 GEM Innovative Educator for his creative teaching and dedication to student success.
Provost Cannata shares insights in EdTech Chronicle on supporting students amid changing enrollment landscapes.
College of Western Idaho Deans Greg Wilson and Justin Vance were honored at the 2025 WICHE Annual Meeting for completing prestigious leadership academies and advancing initiatives that
Suzanne Oppenheimer, Assistant Professor of Biology at CWI, has been named Faculty of Distinction for May 2025 for her passionate, student-focused teaching that empowers learners to
Kate Orduño, Support Faculty in the Math Solutions Center at the College of Western Idaho, has been recognized as the Faculty of Distinction for March 2025. Math Solutions Center
College of Western Idaho (CWI) is celebrating National Testing Professionals Week, May 5–9, by recognizing the vital role Testing Services staff play in student and community success. As
Faculty at College of Western Idaho (CWI) hosted their annual Professional Development Day at the Nampa Civic Center.
Lynne Tucker, an Assistant Professor of English at the College of Western Idaho, has been honored as the Faculty of Distinction for January 2025.
Mindy Young, a Professor in the Computer Science and Information Technology Department, has been honored as Faculty of Distinction for December 2024 at College of Western Idaho.
Jody Hoff, an Economics Instructor in the Business department, has been honored as Faculty of Distinction for March 2024 at College of Western Idaho.
Alex Pless, the Anatomy and Physiology Tutor Specialist in the Learning Commons, has been recognized as Staff of the Month for November 2024.
Sara Avila, the Benefits Administrator in the Human Resources department, has been named the Staff of the Month for October 2024.
Rick Del Vecchio, an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science and Information Technology Department at the College of Western Idaho, has been named Faculty of Distinction for November
Ray Coon, the Plumbing Program Coordinator in Workforce Development at College of Western Idaho, has been named the Staff of the Month for September 2024.
Diane Bartlett, an Adjunct Professor in the Social Sciences Department at the College of Western Idaho, has been named Faculty of Distinction for October 2024.
Mike Fisher, a dedicated faculty member in the Physical Sciences department, has been recognized as Faculty of Distinction for September 2024.
Talon Smith, an Academic Advisor in the Dual Credit department, has been named the Staff of the Month for August 2024.
Hollie Leavitt, professor of Biology at College of Western Idaho, was recently presented with a GEM Idaho Innovative Educator award in Scientific Ways of Knowing
The 2024 Fall Address has been delivered and faculty, staff, and others honored for their contributions to the College.
It's time to kick off the 2024-2025 academic year and commemorate recent accomplishments at the fall State of the College Address.
Josh Kifer, Security Administrator in Facilities Safety & Security department, has been named Staff of the Month for June 2024.
Amy Jenkins, Coordinator for the Center for New Directions at the Work-Based Learning Center, has been named Staff of the Month for May 2024.
Building Specialist, Russell Hills, has been named Staff of the Month for July 2024 at College of Western Idaho.
Heather Grayson, Director of Student Support Services in the Student Affairs department, has been named Staff of the Month for March 2024.
