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College of Western Idaho is hosting a free summer movie series at Majestic Cinemas, featuring four films with tickets available to students and their guests, plus free snacks for early attendees.

Carson Baker, a graduate of the College of Western Idaho’s Fire Service Technology program, is now a full-time firefighter with Donnelly Fire Department thanks to hands-on training, community partnerships, and support from the Metallica Scholars Initiative.

The CWI community showed up in force to support the Boise Hawks as they played against the Ogden Raptors on June 4.

Five students from CWI’s chapter of Business Professionals of America attended the organization's National Leadership Conference in Orlando, earning multiple Top 10 awards.

College of Western Idaho (CWI) Board of Trustees is currently accepting applications to fill a recently vacated trustee position. This opening provides an opportunity for a new board member to join in guiding the College’s mission and impact.

College of Western Idaho graduate Ash Shipley shares her story of loss and perseverance — and how, with a deep calling to support the Deaf community and the support of her instructors, she achieved her goals.

Justin Zieska, a second-year Fire Service Technology student at the College of Western Idaho, is preparing for a career in firefighting with support from the Metallica Scholars Initiative and an internship with Nampa Fire Department. His journey reflects the power of community partnerships, hands-on training, and financial support in creating clear pathways to employment.

More than 1850 degrees and certificates were awarded to CWI graduates Friday, May 16, at ExtraMile Arena in Boise. Mary C. Daly, president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco was the Commencement Speaker.

College of Western Idaho’s 2025 Grad Fest celebrated graduates with food, games, and certificate ceremonies, marking the start of commencement festivities.

Congratulations to Class 14 of College of Western Idaho’s Law Enforcement program who were honored during a ceremony, Monday, May 12, at the Nampa Civic Center.

Support CWI and scholarship during CWI Night at Boise Hawks on Wednesday June 4.

College of Western Idaho will host the two-day 2025 Idaho Indian Education Summit on June 12 – 13. Registration is now open.

After facing isolation and uncertainty during the pandemic, Karter Stuckey found purpose and community through the Psychology program at College of Western Idaho. Now preparing to graduate, he’s using his experiences to inspire and support others on their journey.

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

The College of Western Idaho community came together on May 2 to celebrate the outstanding achievements of student leaders at the annual Student Leadership Awards Banquet at JUMP in Boise.

As we inch closer to the end of the Spring 2025 semester and final exams, College of Western Idaho is here to support you!

The College of Western Idaho Entrepreneur Lab hosted the Spring Showcase and Competition during the 2025 Connections Project on April 24, with winners taking home prizes up to $1,000.
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