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“When I lost my job a few years ago, I decided to go to school and pursue Drafting Technology at CWI. Through that process, I became involved with SkillsUSA. The organization has a volunteer service program that awards people who donate time to their communities. As a Nampa Optimist...
“I work full time and pay for my education through my job at the Lighthouse Rescue Mission in Nampa. After several years of working in probation and parole, and helping people go through drug and alcohol rehabilitation, I decided to go to school and become a teacher. I ultimately chose...
“Coming right out of high school I admit I was very nervous. The College of Western Idaho made the transition smooth for me. Teaching is a career where I can continue learning new skills with my students and transfer those skills to other aspects of my life. I love to learn and I want...
“When I decided to become an emergency medical technician, I knew my choices were limited and I wanted to make sure I wasn’t wasting money. I ended up with more than a great education at CWI. I found a fantastic mentor who I will always be indebted to. I love what I do and I can...
“My parents never had the opportunity to go to college. They raised me to cherish the importance of a good education. They have always used the little money they had to pay tuition for me and my siblings. I chose CWI because I could save money and get the same quality of education. I...
“It was a leap of faith coming (back) to school and deciding I would try this. For years I felt like I was a failure and that I would never amount to anything educationally, that I would never be able to have a career, or ever be successful. Now I feel like I can. I earn straight As;...
“I felt I could never go on to college because I would never graduate. I couldn’t do math. From the moment I started [College Prep Math at College of Western Idaho] I was totally hooked. This program teaches how math correlates and how it all goes together. It has definitely made...
“I spent 16 years working with developmentally disabled people. I truly loved my job, but decided to go back to school after I could no longer do it physically. I chose CWI with the intent to transfer to a four-year school. I am now a member of the McNair’s Scholar program at...
“I come from a family where they’re proud of you if you make it through high school. To go to college and earn a degree is a big deal. It took me six years, a few scholarships, and a whole lot of encouragement to finish. I wanted to quit so many times, but each time I did, I...
CWI earned 32 top-five finishes at the 2016 Idaho Business Professionals of America Leadership Conference.
The CWI Electronics program helped Jason Billig transition from the United States Navy to a rewarding career building and wiring control panels.
Joy Heideman is learning how capable she is, thanks in part to her success in college prep math at CWI.
The clinical coordinator for CWI's Emergency Medical Services programs is celebrating an major achievement as a student.
In the Fall, a group of CWI Biology students evaluated their impact on the environment. One student saw the project as more than an assignment.
Three College of Western Idaho (CWI) Biology majors are already starting work in their chosen field. Jennifer Hines (Sophomore), Kassandra Townsend (Sophomore), and Tabor Hoxsey (Freshman) are working on a collaborative research project overseen by Assistant Professor of Biology, Steve Lysne....
Growing up, Heather Griffin never imagined she would be working from a mobile office while saving lives. And yet that is exactly what she does. A paramedic with Life Flight Network, she travels from Oregon to Utah and all points in between. Dispatched to...
Rachel Zeleny, a graduate of the College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) Education departments is one of the Treasure Valley’s newest K-12 educators. After obtaining her associate degree in Elementary Education from CWI, she transferred to Boise State University, where she earned a bachelor...
Caldwell native Katie Kelly has a dream of impacting people’s lives. In order to help others one day, the 17 year old high school senior is starting by helping herself.
In the spring, Kelly will graduate from Vallivue High School. At the same time, she will earn an associate degree...