Bert's Alerts - August 1, 2014
In the Spotlight
The College of Western Idaho (CWI) Foundation proudly introduced the winner of the third-annual What if Scholarship Giveaway, Friday (Aug. 1), presenting CWI student Kelly Richards with $1,000 for the upcoming academic year. Richards, who was randomly drawn for the grand prize, entered the contest by voting for her favorite Debunking Community College Myths video. The Boise resident is currently on track to graduate with a Communication degree in the spring. Seen here at the award presentation is (left to right) CWI Foundation Executive Director Mitch Minnette, Richards, and CWI's Annual Fund and Scholarship Coordinator Anita Tuttle.
News Highlights
Successful Start Admissions Deadline Reminder
College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) Aug. 8 admissions deadline for Fall semester is rapidly approaching, which is expected to increase activity in Student Services. The deadline is part of CWI’s new Successful Start initiative that includes changes to admission, registration, and payment deadlines for credit seeking students. Under the Successful Start structure, new students must complete the admissions process by Aug. 8 to enroll in classes this fall.
The Successful Start initiative was created to help ensure students have adequate time to register and prepare for the start of classes each semester, which is critical to academic success and completion. This semester’s registration and payment deadlines are Aug. 22.
For more information on the Successful Start initiative please view the press release.
CWI Seeks Comment on Nampa Campus Master Plan
College of Western Idaho (CWI) is asking for feedback on its Nampa Campus Master Plan from employees, students, and the community. The master plan is available to view online following an extensive update in the spring by CTA Architects and SRG Partnerships. Input can be provided by viewing the Nampa Campus Master Plan Web page and using the Comments link at the bottom of the interactive presentation.
