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Fall 2025 Practical Nursing Pinning Ceremony

Students sitting down and laughing

CWI honored 15 Practical Nursing graduates during a traditional pinning ceremony Thursday, Dec. 11, at Saint Alphonsus’ McCleary Auditorium in Boise.

EMT students gathered mannequin practicing skills

Discover Your Next Step at Healthcare Discovery Night

EMT students gathered mannequin practicing skills

Explore CWI’s healthcare programs at Healthcare Discovery Night on  Nov. 12. Meet faculty, learn about pathways, and tour the new Health and Science Building.

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CWI Celebrates Opening of New Health & Science Building in Nampa

Large group of people cutting a ribbon

The Nampa Chamber of Commerce joined College of Western Idaho to celebrate the grand opening of its new Health and Science Building in Nampa with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 21 with faculty, staff, students, and members of the community. 

A ceremonial check is held by a group of people.

CNA Program Receives Grant to Boost Hands-On Learning

A ceremonial check is held by a group of people.

College of Western Idaho’s Certified Nursing Assistant program has received a grant from Capital Matrix to purchase advanced simulation equipment, expanding hands-on training opportunities and preparing more students for careers in healthcare.

Idaho Governor Brad Little accepts a ceremonial check for $75M from the Idaho Lottery Commission.

Idaho Lottery Supports CWI and Idaho Campuses with $75 Million Dividend

Idaho Governor Brad Little accepts a ceremonial check for $75M from the Idaho Lottery Commission.

The Idaho Lottery celebrated its 36th anniversary by presenting a $75 million dividend to the State of Idaho, supporting education and infrastructure projects across the state, including improvements at College of Western Idaho. A portion of the funds will aid in the construction of CWI’s new CapEd Student Success Center, highlighting the Lottery’s ongoing investment in student success.

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From a Childhood Calling to a Career in Nursing

A student wearing nursing scrubs poses for a portrait in front of a brick building.

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.

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CWI'S New Nampa Facilities Near Completion

CWI Nampa Campus Rendering

College of Western Idaho is preparing to open its new Health and Science Building and Agricultural Sciences Complex this fall, uniting several programs under one roof to create modern, accessible, and collaborative learning environments. 

An instructor teaches proper methods for applying a cast on a patient.

CWI Surgical Assisting Students Hone Skills During Annual Lab Immersion

An instructor teaches proper methods for applying a cast on a patient.

College of Western Idaho’s Surgical First Assisting program hosted its annual two-week surgical lab in March, giving students hands-on experience to sharpen critical skills in a simulated operating room environment.

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From Aspiration to ICU: Kimi Jenkins’ Journey to Nursing

A nurse stands beside a hospital bed

Kimi Jenkins, a graduate of College of Western Idaho’s Registered Nursing program, turned a lifelong dream into reality after years of working in insurance and raising her son. Inspired by personal experiences and driven by a desire to provide compassionate care, she now thrives in the Neuro Surgical Trauma ICU at Saint Alphonsus.

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A Surgical Success: How Nichelle Boyce Achieved Her Dreams With CWI

A woman smiles as she spins her son, celebrating in front of a new building being constructed in the background.

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.

A student graduates.

2024 Practical Nurse Pinning Ceremony

A student graduates.

Twelve Practical Nursing students from College of Western Idaho celebrated the end and graduation of their program’s coursework with a traditional nurse pinning ceremony on Dec. 12.

Dental Assistant program students from College of Western Idaho pose for a picture.

Dental Assisting Program Partners with Love Heals

Dental Assistant program students from College of Western Idaho pose for a picture.

College of Western Idaho partnered with the nonprofit Love Heals and others in the community to provide free dental services in Boise.

Medical students are trained in a practice lab that simulates an operating room.

CWI Surgical Technology Program Trains ICOM Medical Students

Medical students are trained in a practice lab that simulates an operating room.

CWI Surgical Technology Program partners with the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine to prepare medical students for operating room procedures.

Surgical technicians assist during a medical surgical procedure.

Health Programs Application Deadlines

Surgical technicians assist during a medical surgical procedure.

Applications are now being accepted for College of Western Idaho’s Health Science programs.

Kendra Zirschky in front of Canyon County Center

Paving Her Path to Success

Kendra Zirschky in front of Canyon County Center

Through the Practical Nursing program, Kendra Zirschky is on her way to make her dreams of becoming a healthcare hero come true.

Surgical Technologist students working with instructor

Applications for CWI’s Surgical First Assistant Now Open

Surgical Technologist students working with instructor

Applications for the inaugural Surgical First Assistant class at College of Western Idaho are now open!

Chelsea Saenz in PN lab class

Never Too Late to Follow Your Dreams

Chelsea Saenz in PN lab class

Becoming a nurse has always been the dream for Chelsea Saenz. Despite a detour, she is on her way to achieving her aspirations through CWI's Practical Nursing program.

Graduate embracing faculty after being pinned

‘You are the Frontline of Healthcare’: 2023 Nurse Pinning Ceremony

Graduate embracing faculty after being pinned

College of Western Idaho’s Registered Nursing program recognized its 2023 graduating class during a pinning ceremony Wednesday, May 11.

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