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![Micron and College of Western Idaho announce partnership](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/2022-micron-partnership-social-100_1.jpg?itok=3B56Ndr3×tamp=1662054455)
Micron Technology, Inc. announced a new $15 billion manufacturing facility in Boise. It is the first new memory fab in the U.S. in 20 years and will create an estimated 17,000 new American jobs. As part of that expansion, Micron has named College of Western Idaho as a core education partner.
![Initial Point Gallery Presents College of Western Idaho Faculty Exhibit](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/art_exhibit.jpeg?itok=vaOlxfvC×tamp=1662046957)
For the first time, College of Western Idaho faculty members are coming together to put on an art exhibit to share their artistic talents with students and the CWI community.
![Justin Smith and Darrin Raskopf](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/justin_smith_pics.jpg?itok=vvMdzuvW×tamp=1661984186)
College of Western Idaho Fire Academy graduate, Justin Smith, showed his appreciation to the Director of Fire Service Technology, Darrin Raskopf, with one of the biggest honors a firefighter has when they begin their career.
![Latinx Student Services Coordinator](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/latinx_student_services_coordinators.jpg?itok=h7ZSheqs×tamp=1661964143)
Through on- and off-campus events, peer mentor programs, and scholarship opportunities, Latinx Student Services strives to be a supportive, safe space for every student at College of Western Idaho.
![CWI welcomes any and all interested parties who would like to seek election as a member of the Board of Trustees.](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/college_of_western_idaho_nampa_campus_academic_building.jpg?itok=61CFvskx×tamp=1661745764)
CWI welcomes any and all interested parties who would like to seek election as a member of the Board of Trustees for the November 8, 2022 elections.
![CWI Mobile App](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/thumbnail_cwimobile-brandfresh_mocks_angled-02.jpg?itok=1JP2RqN8×tamp=1661537629)
Put CWI in your pocket — use the app to help you navigate campus locations, view your schedule, receive important notifications from the College, and learn about news and events on campus.
![CWI students and advisors meeting](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_20150527_campuslife1_453.jpg?itok=8GRAI2Ng×tamp=1661532189)
Navigating through your journey at College of Western Idaho can be confusing, especially when it comes to figuring out an academic plan. CWI’s Student Advising and Success team are here to assist every step of the way.
![Student Success Advisor Connor McComas](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_8892.jpg?itok=qnkM67AU×tamp=1661528133)
With thousands of students and employees at College of Western Idaho, we all have different reasons why we chose the school. For Student Success Advisor, Connor McComas, his My Why for CWI is meeting and helping students through their academic journey.
![Bank of Idaho's Swing for the Green Charity Golf Tournament Series supports CWI.](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/swing_for_the_green4_003.jpeg?itok=R61xEOWw×tamp=1661519530)
Bank of Idaho's Swing for the Green Charity Golf Tournament Series supports CWI.
![CWI Students at APIN Tutoring Services and Writing Center](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/tutoring_center.jpg?itok=__zRIO5_×tamp=1661451633)
Students in need of additional help or resources during their journey at CWI are in luck! Tutoring Services and the Writing Center are free amenities all students can utilize.
![CWI Library books and student working on computer](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_9974.jpg?itok=6oH3sLyB×tamp=1661363754)
With the start of Fall 2022 semester, it is time for students and faculty to get familiar with CWI Library. Check out tools and resources the Library offers to help you succeed inside and outside of the classroom.
![President Gordon Jones chatting with CWI employee](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_8125_0.jpg?itok=rOAEF0C5×tamp=1660940310)
President Gordon Jones gave his first CWI Fall College Address, where he spoke about setting up students for success in the workforce and collaborating with business and community partners to achieve that.
![Josee Ward, Assistant Director for Student Advising and Success and College of Western Idaho’s Staff of the Year Josee Ward, Assistant Director for Student Advising and Success and College of Western Idaho’s Staff of the Year](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_8869.png?itok=_Z9rwp6m×tamp=1660927119)
Congratulations to Josee Ward, Assistant Director for Student Advising and Success, who has been named College of Western Idaho’s Staff of the Year.
![2022 Faculty of the Year, Michael Robinson, with Faculty Senate President, Andrea Schumaker, left, and President Gordon Jones 2022 Faculty of the Year, Michael Robinson, with Faculty Senate President, Andrea Schumaker, left, and President Gordon Jones](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_8734.jpg?itok=2WW_VP6s×tamp=1660856279)
Congratulations to Michael Robinson, Assistant Professor of Philosophy, who has been named College of Western Idaho’s Faculty of the Year.
![NMEC classroom 139A](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_7178.png?itok=iuPRaC9m×tamp=1660843590)
With a goal to help students navigate around the building easier, Facilities Planning and Management is in the process of updating room numbers and room signage throughout the building.
![College of Western Idaho sweatshirt](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_7104.jpg?itok=0Nmz5tDH×tamp=1660753422)
As the new school year approaches, College of Western Idaho’s Bookstore is offering new merchandise and sales on select items. Stop by before they run out!
![Ivan Castillo, former Foundation Board President, left, with incoming President, Mike Peña](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_20220809_fnd_brdmtng_7.jpg?itok=8SbOWfnM×tamp=1660332743)
The College of Western Idaho Foundation welcomed new members to their Board of Directors during a meeting Tuesday, Aug. 9.
![Student with a backpack on standing near a group of students and a bus](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/macie_original.jpg?itok=7ivXqMFd×tamp=1659023554)
The addition of a new 8-week session for Fall 2022 semester will provide optimized focus and boosted flexibility for students, empowering them to stay on track to reach their goals.