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A College of Western Idaho communications professor and four CWI debate team members sit down with KIVI’s Eric Fink to evaluate the first 2012 Presidential Debate at the University of Denver.
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MEDIA ADVISORY – College of Western Idaho (CWI) Speech and Debate enjoyed a memorable weekend at the 2012 Fran Tanner Invitational hosted by College of Southern Idaho, Sept. 28-29, as CWI finished second in the University category to kick-off Speech and Debate competition...
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Five years ago, the Valley was “the Sahara of community college education” says Jamie MacMillan, executive director of the J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Foundation. She spoke at the dedication of the Micron Center for Professional Technical Education, the latest building to be dedicated...
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The plot of land northeast of the Interstate 84 Garrity exit, once home to fertile agricultural land and a Sam’s Club, is part of a vision, Nampa Mayor Tom Dale said – a vision for change.
The former store is now home to the College of Western Idaho Micron Center for...
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The CWI Street Teams were honored on Wednesday, Sept. 12, with a free Ice Cream Social event in celebration of the What if Campaign Street Team initiative. CWI Speech and Debate, Geography Club, Physics Club, and Art Club were all recognized at the Nampa Campus event for their success...
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MEDIA ADVISORY – On September 19, College of Western Idaho is sponsoring a drunk driving and distracted driving education program for students. The Arrive Alive Tour from UNITE will visit the CWI Micron Center for Professional Technical Education to host a program that uses a high-tech...
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MEDIA ADVISORY – College of Western Idaho Board of Trustees and President Bert Glandon are excited to announce a dedication and grand opening event will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 18, to celebrate the new CWI Micron Center for Professional Technical Education.
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MEDIA ADVISORY – Two students from College of Western Idaho were selected to represent the College at the Democratic National Convention. The Executive Director of the Democratic National Convention selects a limited number of interns that can attend and support the convention based on...
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One of the most valuable and expensive investments a growing organization can make is in its human capital. Hiring the right people at the right time and with the right skills is critical to keeping your business operational and profitable. Identifying and securing the right individual requires...
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At the end of her eighth grade year, Gaby Tellez changed her focus. When she started eighth grade her report card was chalk-full of Fs. She soon realized she had the opportunity to graduate high school and attend college.
While Idaho graduation rates are high, it ranks a dismal 40th in...
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Members of the CWI Physics Club enjoyed some time at Lakeview Park this past Saturday, Aug. 11, making the last Street Team event appearance of the summer at the Nampa Festival of the Arts. The Club had a great time talking with Festival-goers about CWI and their club. They also handed out a lot...
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The CWI Street Teams fed their hunger to spread the word about the College, last week, with a pair of events that featured some peanuts, some cracker jacks, and a whole lot of soul food.
The CWI Speech and Debate team kicked things off on Thursday, Aug. 2, taking in an evening of Boise...
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The CWI Street Teams took their movement to the heart of Caldwell this past weekend with both the Geography and Physics Clubs joining in the festivities of the 125th annual Canyon County Fair. The Clubs provided a fun compliment to CWI’s comprehensive presence at the fair this year as the...
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August signifies the return of school for children and young adults across the country. What should be a time of excitement for parents and returning students may actually be a stressful time for those with modest incomes adjusting to the increasing cost of quality education.
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MEDIA ADVISORY – On Friday, July 20, the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) approved six Associate of Arts degrees to be completed online through College of Western Idaho (CWI). Starting this fall, CWI students will be able to earn Associate of Arts degrees in...
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MEDIA ADVISORY – Six College of Western Idaho (CWI) students traveled to Kansas City, Mo., June 23-27, to compete in the 48th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The event brought together the nation’s best in Professional Technical Education to test their...
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Both the Art Club and Speech & Debate Team hit the ground running last Saturday promoting CWI at the Boise Music Festival. Despite the intense heat, the teams were popular amongst concert attendees for their sunglass handouts, temporary tattoos and fun QR code-branded T-shirts. The teams had...
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There are many benefits associated with a globally robust business. Studies have long shown that diversity leads to increased creativity, productivity, agility, innovation, global understanding, market insight, and stronger customer and community loyalty.
Organizations throughout the...