Idaho Power and College of Western Idaho (CWI) continue to grow a strong partnership focused on preparing students for the future of Idaho’s agricultural industry.
In 2025, Idaho Power supported construction and infrastructure needs for CWI’s Nampa Campus Agricultural Sciences Complex, helping advance the College’s vision for a 40-acre learning farm and hands-on educational space. Their support contributed to critical irrigation infrastructure and outdoor learning environments designed to give students real-world experience in agriculture, horticulture, water management, and sustainability.
“Our new Ag Science Complex is designed so students can build real world skills while staying connected to Idaho’s agricultural industries and workforce needs,” said CWI President Gordon Jones. “This partnership helps our students learn, work, and thrive right here in Idaho.”
More than a new facility, the Agricultural Sciences Complex represents a long-term investment in Idaho’s workforce and agricultural future. Students across multiple programs, including Animal Veterinary Sciences, Horticulture Technology, Agricultural Business, Leadership, and Education, and Fermentation Science, gain access to innovative spaces designed to bring classroom learning into real-world settings.
The Agricultural Sciences Complex is designed to mirror the realities students will encounter in Idaho’s agricultural industry while creating opportunities to connect classroom learning with hands-on experience. Students engage with topics ranging from irrigation systems and soil health to sustainable growing practices, preparing them to address challenges facing modern agriculture while strengthening the future workforce.
“Our partnership with CWI invests in local talent and strengthens Idaho’s agricultural future,” said Angelique Rood, Vice President of Corporate Services and Communications at Idaho Power. “Because when our communities grow stronger, we all do.”
CWI is proud to partner with organizations like Idaho Power that share a commitment to education, workforce development, and the future of Idaho agriculture. The College extends its sincere appreciation for Idaho Power’s support and the lasting impact it continues to make for students and communities across the region.
