Bert's Alerts - April 21, 2017
In the Spotlight
College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) Connections Project is next week! The annual event, being held Thursday, April 27, at the Nampa Campus Academic Building, provides an opportunity for CWI and the surrounding community to make connections, educate others, and inspire innovation and creativity.
More than 150 students have submitted work that will be showcased at the event. Included will be individual and group presentations, table and poster displays as well as artwork. Panel discussions will address topics such as global connections and student’s perspectives on the CWI experience.
This year’s event features keynote speaker, Angie Smith, an editorial and fine art photographer, educator, and founder of Stronger Shines the Light Inside. Angie will speak on the value of making connections as a professional artist and community member. To learn more about Angie, visit cwi.edu/blog/connections-project-keynote-illustrates-global-connections-boise.
Additionally, the 2017 Connections Project is pleased to welcome performing artists from our community including, Mexico Lindo Dance, Danza Quetzacoatl, and Mladi Behar Dance. The event will conclude with presentations to recipients of Connections Excellence Awards, Presidential Writing Awards, and Emerging Scholars.
View the Connections Project agenda or visit cwi.edu/current-students/connections-project to learn more.
News Highlights
CWI Commencement Needs You!
College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) Commencement Ceremony is around the corner. Employees are encouraged to volunteer to help with the celebration. The ceremony, held at Taco Bell Arena in Boise, will take place on Saturday, May 13, at 7 p.m. Volunteering provides a great opportunity to share in the success of CWI students.
Volunteer times vary based on assignment. Volunteers are welcome to celebrate with students and stay for the entire ceremony or leave when volunteer duties are complete. The volunteer shifts are as follows:
5:00 – 7:30 p.m.
5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Individuals interested in volunteering are asked to email Elizabeth Dominguez at elizabethdominguez@cwi.edu by Friday, April 21, at 5 p.m. The email should indicate the shift you would like to work. Although volunteer times cannot be guaranteed, preferences will be taken into consideration.
Thank you to all who are willing and able to help at this event. Without you, commencement would not be possible!
St. Baldrick's Event Returns to CWI
Shave away childhood cancer and participate in a meaningful event! Worldwide, 300,000 children are diagnosed with cancer each year, and in the U.S. more children die of childhood cancer than any other disease. St. Baldrick’s events help raise money in the fight against children’s cancer. This year, College of Western Idaho (CWI) Student Life, with the help of ASCWI, is hosting a St Baldrick’s event with a goal to raise $1,500 for this great cause. Join the cause at the CWI Nampa Campus Academic Building (NCAB) on April 27, 2-5 p.m. and help conquer childhood cancer. There's a role for everyone, give up your hair as a shavee, volunteer at the event, raise money for your favorite participant, or just cheer everyone on.
To participate, register online as a shavee or volunteer just click “Join Us”. To make a donation click "Donate" to support your favorite participant. Thank you and see you soon! www.stbaldricks.org/events/CWI
If you have questions, contact Jessica Hernandez at 208.562.3245 or jessicahernandez2@cwi.edu.
4th Annual CWI Garbology Day
The College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) Anthropology and Biology Clubs, in partnership with the CWI Sustainability Committee, are hosting their fourth annual Garbology Day on April 27 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on the east lawn of the Nampa Campus Academic Building. The objective of Garbology Day is to raise awareness of campus recycling and compost programs while also promoting sustainable practices and the environmental awareness theme, “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle”.
Please join us as we perform a waste audit on the garbage at the Nampa Campus Academic Building. During the activity, club members will discover what items were thrown away, what could have been recycled and composted, and what resources students and faculty are consuming on campus. This process provides many interesting insights into environmental education, sustainability, and human behavior.
Results CWI campus waste audits are catalogued by the CWI Sustainability Committee to create educational materials informing the CWI community about proper recycling practices and how to reduce the carbon footprint of CWI campus operations.
Political Science Guest Speaker Dr. Isaac Castellano
The Political Science program at College of Western Idaho (CWI) is proud to present a guest lecture by Dr. Isaac Castellano titled “Security Threats Facing the Trump Administration” on Wednesday, April 26 from 6-7 p.m. at the Nampa Campus Academic Building. The lecture is open to all students, faculty, and staff as well as the community. Dr. Castellano hails from Boise State University and is a recognized expert on foreign policy and national security. He will be speaking on several national security threats the Trump Administration faces. With the recent crisis in Syria, on the Korean Peninsula, and the constant threat of terrorism, the lecture will provide context for understanding the growing and varied national security threats facing the American people.
For information, contact Rob Harbaugh at robharbaugh@cwi.edu.
Settlers of Catan Tournament April 22
Do you like board games? Do you like winning prizes? Do you like to just have fun? Join the CWI Entrepreneurs Club on Saturday, April 22, for the Settlers of Catan Tournament. The event will take place at 1 p.m. at the second floor common area of the Nampa Campus Academic Building.
The tournament will feature three rounds of play for all participants and light refreshments. The first-place winner will receive a full Settlers of Catan, Cities and Knights, and Seafarers game set, including extensions.
Admission is $10 for pre-registration and $12 at the door. Entry fees can be paid by cash or check on-site. Visit http://cwistudentlife.signupsheet.com/ to pre-register for the event.
Basalt Release Celebration May 12
College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) literary magazine, Basalt, is holding a launch party to celebrate the release of their fifth issue! Join us May 12, 2017, at 7 p.m. at the Linen Building on 1402 West Grove Street in Boise.
Interested in learning more about Basalt?
Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CWILitMag/
Look out for submission deadlines for 2018's issue of Basalt, as well as Storyfort’s micro-fiction contest!
Issues of Basalt will be available for purchase that night.
CWI to Race for the Cure
On May 13, College of Western Idaho (CWI) faculty, staff, and students are invited to come together to show support for the brave individuals and families who have fought breast cancer at Boise’s annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. CWI prides itself on the sense of family and community our college provides. Participation in this event provides an opportunity to help raise awareness and take action as many in our community are impacted by the devastating effects of breast cancer.
The CWI Race for the Cure Team is growing and we want you to join us! Get involved by walking, running, volunteering, or fundraising. To participate with the CWI team, sign up here or contact megancarter@cwi.edu for more information.
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Saturday, May 13th, 2017
Parkcenter Blvd.
Boise, Idaho
Salsa Showdown!
Do you have what it takes to beat the heat? The Culture and Employee Engagement Committee (CEEC) would like to invite employees to participate in the first Salsa Showdown! This contest will be May 1 through May 4. Feel free to jazz it up in your building by hosting a building-wide fiesta at the same time! Entries will be voted on per building location by fellow colleagues (details to follow). The winner of each building will then go head to head with each of the other CWI building winners! The finalist will be voted on by a panel of judges Friday afternoon.
If you are interested in participating please contact one of the following people in your area:
AMAL/AQUL/APIN/ALYN -- Anelise Krause
NCAB -- Staycee Kopp
CCC -- Heather Haslam
NCMP -- Juanita Manzo
NMPT -- Grace Barnes
NADM -- Shanda Le Fevre
Can you taste the WIN?
