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Ramiro Villafana, a graduate of College of Western Idaho’s Horticulture Technology program, turned his passion for nature and landscaping into a successful business. Through dedication, family support, and hands-on learning at CWI, he overcame challenges and now thrives as a business owner.
In her own words, College of Western Idaho graduate Alejandra Whynman recounts how, after arriving in the U.S. alone at age 15 with only a fifth-grade education, she overcame incredible odds to achieve her dream of becoming a nurse through College of Western Idaho’s Registered Nursing program.
Juanita Hernandez, a first-generation college student and single mother, overcame significant challenges to pursue her dream of working in law enforcement. With support from her family and the College of Western Idaho, she is now proudly serving as a Patrol Officer in the Treasure Valley.
Jessica Crowly, CWI graduate and executive at one of the largest paint companies in the world, shares her story of success.
In her own words, College of Western Idaho graduate Cassandra Conner shares how she overcame years of doubt to return to college and find both success, support, and self-worth at CWI.
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.
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.
CWI students, faculty, staff, and alumni enjoyed the final CWI Night of the 2024-2025 seasonCWI Foundation
Reagan Heffelfinger’s journey to becoming a machinist at College of Western Idaho was shaped by resilience, overcoming health challenges and career detours to discover her passion for machining.
Nichelle Boyce turned challenges into opportunities, transforming her life and launching her career as a surgical technologist with determination and support from College of Western Idaho.
CWI is providing clear pathways to employment for students like Tucker Graham, recently graduate from the Fire Service Technology program.
College of Western Idaho Drafting Technology program graduate, Chris Sinsel, is making a name for himself in the landscaping technology world.
"Because of CWI, I am in a position to give back to my community and be a role model to those around me."
“CWI empowered me to become a more confident version of myself… Because of CWI, I am ready for the future.”
"Because of CWI, I was able to return to college as a non-traditional student having been out of high school for a decade, find my passion, make wonderful friends, gain influential mentors, and successfully graduate with honors and two science degrees."
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“It is never too late to say YES, chase your dreams, and begin your journey of self‐fulfillment. Because of CWI, I am a college graduate."
Congratulations to Kris Monroe, College of Western Idaho’s Staff of the Month for March 2020.
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