Celebrating Student Success

Published: May 12, 2017

College of Western Idaho (CWI) has been sharing stories of success from several of this year’s graduates as we countdown to the 2017 commencement ceremony. The road traveled by students to arrive at CWI and the experiences along their education journey are all amazing and inspiring in their own way. The success stories of students at CWI are never ending, here are just a few stories from our awesome graduates:

Kimmer Jackson – Perfectly Happy Behind the Scenes

Grace Lovera – A Love for Learning

Tom Thompson – Online Student Makes a Difference

Shauna Lileks – Finding Her Passion

Kelsey Wilber – Connection, Involvement, and Opportunity

Michael Morrison – A Jump Start

Jennifer Paulus – Finding Happiness

Remington Grunewald – Discovering the Unexpected

Katherine Fleshman – Becoming a Published Author

La Vera Hutchinson – Chasing a Dream to Find What Matters Most

Each of these stories offer a glimpse into the diversity of individuals and life that exists at CWI, and are only a few of the thousands of amazing success stories of CWI students.

These and other stories can be found on the CWI website in the News Room, and on program and club pages. Check out the discussion and excitement that is following these students through the multiple CWI social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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