Bert's Alerts - August 29, 2014
In the Spotlight
On Thursday (Aug. 28), College of Western Idaho (CWI) announced the winner of a back to school giveaway intended to recognize students who met all the new Successful Start deadlines this fall. First-year student Jean Bernard was randomly selected to receive a new Dell laptop, backpack, and CWI gear. Bernard, who is originally from Haiti, is in his second semester and working toward becoming a registered nurse. Seen here (left to right) are Assistant Dean of Enrollment Management, Eric Studebaker, Bernard, and Dean of Enrollment and Student Services, Kevin Jensen, presenting the prize.
News Highlights
CWI to Observe Labor Day
College of Western Idaho (CWI) offices will be closed and no classes will be held on Monday, Sept. 1, in observance of Labor Day. Classes and regular hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 2.
Micro 100 Tool Gives CWI Second Gift of 2014
The College of Western Idaho (CWI) Foundation is happy to announce Micro 100 Tool Corporation has made its second gift of the year to the CWI Machine Tool Technology program. This month, Micro 100 made a generous donation of 461 new, unused brazed carbide tooling parts. The gift came after Micro 100 provided over 1,000 tools for use by students in the program in January.
“Micro 100 Tool Corporation values the outstanding relationship with CWI and the Machine Tool Technology program as well,” says Micro 100 Tool Corporation Vice President of Manufacturing, Craig Graf. “Micro 100 hopes to continue to be an asset for the Machine Tool Technology program as well as CWI, and recognizes the influence the College has on our local economy and the education of its workforce.”
In addition to the donation Micro 100 also conducts a federally approved apprenticeship program certified by the Department of Labor and Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, which has employed five CWI Machine Tool Technology graduates to date. The program provides paid apprenticeship opportunities while students complete an Associate of Applied Science degree at CWI and potentially a Bachelor’s of Applied Science degree at Boise State University, before continuing with four years of employment at Micro 100 after graduation.
“This generous donation reduces the amount of money that the program will need to spend on this type of tooling,” says Machine Tool Program Chair, Dave Sperry. “The savings can then be spent in other areas to enhance the students learning in the lab.”
More information on supporting CWI programs and students can be found by visiting the CWI Foundation webpage.
Visiting Scientist Series Returns in September
The College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) 2014 Visiting Scientist Series kicks off Sept. 10 with a discussion titled "From our phones to our bones: Mechanisms of cadmium-induced osteotoxicity" by Dr. Sara Heggland from The College of Idaho. The event is scheduled for 6 p.m. at the CWI Library, located in the Nampa Campus Multipurpose Building.
In its fourth year, the Visiting Scientist Series is bringing a diverse group of Idaho scientists and teachers to CWI to discuss their work and opportunities for students when they transfer to a four-year college or university in Idaho. Employees and the community are also invited to attend and enjoy refreshments and discussion. Please help spread the word and encourage students to attend. For more information, please contact Steve Lysne at 208.562.3360 or stevelysne@cwi.edu.
Weapons on Campus Resources Online
With Idaho’s new legislation that allows individuals with enhanced concealed carry permits to carry weapons on public college and university campuses in effect, College of Western Idaho (CWI) has added important safety information on the College’s website. Resources, including CWI’s administrative procedures and frequently asked questions, can now be found at cwi.edu/info/weapons-campus.
The College’s principal goal is to make sure the campus community remains a safe learning and working environment. For more information please contact Safety Programs Coordinator, Victor Villanueva, at 208.562.3241 or victorvillanueva@cwi.edu.
CWI Adds Environmental Safety and Health Email
In support of College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) commitment to the safety and security of its campus community, CWI has established a new environmental safety and health email address to assist with communication. Any student, faculty, or staff with an environmental safety or health question or concern can email esh@cwi.edu.
For more information please contact Environmental Safety and Health Coordinator, Victor Villanueva, at 208.562.3241 or victorvillanueva@cwi.edu.
