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![Ryan Hael in the Automotive Technology Lab](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_1428_2.jpg?itok=odsD0Nt3×tamp=1695747633)
Through the support of those around him and a scholarship, Ryan Hael is on his way to success as he completes CWI's Automotive Technology program.
![Collage of International Week of the Deaf and Deaf Awareness Month events](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/int_deaf_week_-_untitled_page.jpg?itok=jqHLJ7aG×tamp=1695678231)
To celebrate International Week of the Deaf and Deaf Awareness Month, CWI’s ASL Club and Student Disability Services hosted a few events.
![College of Western Idaho Business Office](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/businessoffice_herc.jpg?itok=KvuYDZg8×tamp=1695407986)
Congratulations to College of Western Idaho’s Business Office team who were awarded the first-ever Herc Award for Collaborative Excellence!
![Governor Little at CWI proclamation signing](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_6368.jpg?itok=EPaPzaoP×tamp=1695398991)
With the help of CWI employee, Sarah Strickley, Idaho Governor Brad Little signed a proclamation recognizing the week of Sept. 18 as Adult Education and Family Literacy Week in the state.
![Governor Little speaking in front of audience at CWI](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_1604_2.jpg?itok=hBo0joXF×tamp=1695336877)
Ahead of the application window for Idaho LAUNCH, Governor Brad Little visited CWI to announce the expanded statewide grant program for Idaho high school seniors.
![Nampa Campus Academic Building](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_9685.jpg?itok=cag8eGOo×tamp=1695323567)
During NWCCU’s onsite visit in October, they would like to meet with CWI students, faculty, and staff at a few open forums.
![Chelsea Saenz in PN lab class](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_1508_-_chelsea_saenz.jpg?itok=a09IWdmP×tamp=1695057966)
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.
![Opening Doors 2023](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/od_onlineauction_80.jpg?itok=kWa56vxo×tamp=1694792846)
The College of Western Idaho Foundation will host its tenth-annual Opening Doors Benefit Event.
![Andrea Schumaker touring the CWI Campus Garden](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_5250.jpg?itok=VlOWEFaN×tamp=1694790433)
Tickets for 2023 Farm to Fork, a dinner hosted by College of Western Idaho Agriculture Science faculty and students, have sold out!
![Emergency post at NCAB](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/emergency_0_0_0.png?itok=7WbzUZzR×tamp=1694730734)
The report provides statistics for the previous three calendar years concerning reportable crimes occurring on campus, in certain off-site buildings or property owned or controlled by CWI, and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from college property.
![Swing for the Green 2022 particpants](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/swingforthegreen-2.jpg?itok=bDjW7lI1×tamp=1694535855)
Join Bank of Idaho as they bring back their annual Swing for the Green event to Boise!
![Nampa community members gather at Nampa Fire Station 1](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/img_0867.jpg?itok=nuJIv7QD×tamp=1694453967)
College of Western Idaho Fire Service Technology and Law Enforcement students paid tribute and honored the lives affected by the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001, at a Memorial Ceremony.
![College of Western Idaho Mental Health First Aid](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/mhfa_vertical_color_0.png?itok=knujkIGC×tamp=1694117487)
CWI Mental Health First Aid trainers are offering monthly Mental Health First Aid Brown Bag discussions to all campus community members to help broaden their knowledge on mental health topics.
![Jessie Swimeley holding pieces of her art](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/jessie_swimeley.jpg?itok=Jta27-5q×tamp=1694021440)
Join College of Western Idaho’s Visiting Artist Series in welcoming photographer, Jessie Swimeley, to campus.
![College of Western Idaho class search link](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/class_search_link.jpg?itok=fHcEKCww×tamp=1693581167)
Guest access gives the community the same detailed view of the class schedule as students with a CWI login.
![CWI students and faculty judging art show](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/dscn0237.jpg?itok=AJUjL4Ip×tamp=1693580351)
CWI Studio Art students and faculty judged the Nampa Festival of Arts’ Juried Arts Competition
![CWI College of Western Idaho Happy Labor Day graphic](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/laborday2023_social_v5.png?itok=ja0UHF2s×tamp=1693514938)
For observance of Labor Day, classes at College of Western Idaho will not be held on Monday, Sept. 4. All campus buildings, offices, and services will also be closed.
![Picture of family preapring dinner with elderly family member | CWI College of Western Idaho Living with Alzheimer's](https://cwi.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_hero_square_breakpoints_theme_omega_cwi_mobile_1x/public/news_ct/image/living_w_alzheimers_-_untitled_page.jpeg?itok=I5miolpD×tamp=1693499576)
This course is made for professional, family, or individual caregivers with a goal to provide education, resources, and support for those caring for a person diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.