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![Richard Engelhardt](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_4605.jpg?itok=39UxptqH×tamp=1698426701)
Congratulations to Maintenance Craftsman, Richard Engelhardt, who was named Staff of the Month for August 2023!
![Heather Schoenherr with her students](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_2335.jpg?itok=nj8ailNz×tamp=1683743772)
Professor of Psychology, Heather Schoenherr, is recognized for the transformative and life-changing nature of her teaching.
![Connections Project 2023 winning logo design created by CWI student, Eiko Pruitt Connections Project 2023](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/connections_project_-_untitled_page.jpeg?itok=38ZdsvZc×tamp=1698344293)
The annual Connections Project Logo competition is back, offering an exciting opportunity for students to showcase their creativity and design skills.
![Dia de los Muertos display at NCAB](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/microsoftteams-image_111.png?itok=wn95RwbH×tamp=1698779972)
This year's Día de los Muertos at College of Western Idaho (CWI) celebration event will be a spectacular and heartfelt experience, filled with traditions, art, and appreciation of this unique holiday right here on our campus.
![Heather Schoenherr and Wayne Weiten with the award](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/heather_schoenherr_-_untitled_page.jpeg?itok=tljyXaGO×tamp=1698246167)
Congratulations to Professor of Psychology, Heather Schoenherr, who was named the recipient of the 2022 Wayne Weiten Teaching Excellence Award.
![CWI Nights check presentation on the ice](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_2691.jpg?itok=-OfD7SX5×tamp=1698179863)
Enjoy a night of hockey, and support students at the next CWI Night! Get your $20 ticket today.
![Steelheads mascot, Blue, holding CWI pennet](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_2421.jpg?itok=p4otlWbX×tamp=1698179344)
College of Western Idaho is ready for a Steelheads hockey season full of fun and mighty school spirit!
![Students looking at laptop computer](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/sp24register.jpg?itok=ws99L4yt×tamp=1698180325)
Priority registration begins Oct. 30 for continuing students. Open registration begins Nov. 6 for new and returning students.
![Steelheads mascot Blue with CWI students](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_4514.jpg?itok=6X0uLScw×tamp=1698174360)
Meet with advisors, get your questions answered, and your course load finalized at the upcoming Spring 2024 Registration Parties.
![Campus Development](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/cwi-campus-development_0.jpeg?itok=Sag4eUx0×tamp=1697751755)
College of Western Idaho’s Nampa Campus is kicking off a new phase of expansion. Infrastructure work for the new Agricultural Science and Horticulture Building will begin the week of Oct. 23.
![College of Western Idaho's PTK Officers](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/ptk_fa23_v2.jpg?itok=tzwGtrPg×tamp=1697744748)
PTK will host Dual Credit Connections, a series of workshops geared towards helping Dual Credit students feel more integrated on campus.
![Andrea Schumaker addressing group in Campus Garden](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_3233.jpg?itok=crtTWD1E×tamp=1697743216)
Eighty people from across the College and around the Treasure Valley devoured a tasty, five-course meal on campus Friday, Oct. 6, to support CWI's Campus Garden.
![Biology Club at Birds of Prey](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/birds_of_prey_-_untitled_page.jpeg?itok=1_Y4a-Eu×tamp=1697669037)
Biology Club recently explored the world of raptors at the World Center for Birds of Prey's popular Fall Flight event to witness awe-inspiring birds of prey in action and gain insights into vital conservation efforts.
![Kendra Zirschky in front of Canyon County Center](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_2996_-_kendra_zirschky.jpg?itok=8DL3XcpN×tamp=1697666509)
Through the Practical Nursing program, Kendra Zirschky is on her way to make her dreams of becoming a healthcare hero come true.
![Speech and Debate in front of Mt. Hood](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/thumbnail_image.jpg?itok=0XB9jFvq×tamp=1697568585)
College of Western Idaho’s Speech and Debate team returned triumphant from the Steve Hunt Classic at Lewis and Clark College in Portland, Oregon, on Oct. 14 and 15, after securing a tournament championship.
![Winner of an auction item](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_2604.jpg?itok=zWC3md2A×tamp=1697148071)
The CWI Foundation's Opening Doors Benefit Event was a fantastic night filled with community support and fun.
![Logo that says CWI Staff Summer Fun 2023 with trees and a road surronding](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/staffsummerfun.jpg?itok=XdynpRM5×tamp=1697146940)
CWI staff members gathered virtually for the first Staff Senate meeting of the 2023-2024 Academic Year on Tuesday, Oct. 10.
![Headshot of Valerie Lee](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/valerie_lee_-_untitled_page.jpeg?itok=8Y8Z0wkR×tamp=1697126778)
Assistant Director of Tutoring Services, Valerie Lee, surveyed and researched data about embedded tutoring best practices and program effectiveness.