Bert's Alerts - July 29, 2016
In the Spotlight
The dog days of summer signal the return of a revered local tradition; county fairs. College of Western Idaho (CWI) has embraced the tradition by supporting Canyon County Fair festivities, which returns this week (July 28-31) in Caldwell. The College’s Enrollment team may be found at the CWI booth while the student Street Teams cruise through the fair handing out gear and sharing student stories. The CWI Community Stage will once again be a main stop for entertainment so be sure to check out all of this year’s acts. Don't forget to share pictures of your visit to the fair on social media. See you there.
News Highlights
First CWI Law Enforcement Students Graduate
College of Western Idaho (CWI) celebrated a milestone on Tuesday (July 26) as the first graduates from its Law Enforcement program were honored with a ceremony at the Nampa Civic Center. Nineteen students comprised the program’s first graduating class. The event provided an emotional farewell to a group that ushered in CWI’s new Law Enforcement program in August 2015.
“Seeing that first group be so successful is very fulfilling,” says CWI’s Law Enforcement Program Chair, LeRoy Forsman. “I’m very proud of this particular group. They have the right heart and attitude necessary to make a positive impact on their communities. They understand what public service is really all about. I’m very blessed to be a part of their lives and careers.”
In its first year, CWI’s Law Enforcement program proved it meets an important need in the Treasure Valley. Of the 19 students who make up the first graduating class, nine have already accepted jobs. The other 11 students have applied for jobs and are currently going through testing or back ground checks.
“The demand for qualified peace officers is great,” Forsman said. “Our students are in strong positions because they can pass the academy challenge test and not have to attend a traditional police academy setting once they’ve completed our program. Additionally, the fact that our students pay their own way through the program speaks volumes about their dedication and commitment to getting into the profession.”
The program was at capacity for enrollment this first year after receiving over 100 applications. Due to the demand, the program will double enrollment for the Spring 2017 semester. The spring start will also give students an alternative to starting the program in the fall.
New Hours for One Stop Locations
The College of Western Idaho (CWI) One Stop Student Services locations are adjusting their hours of operation. CWI has evaluated three years of data to determine better times for staffing to match student traffic patterns.
Starting Monday, Aug. 8, all three One Stop locations will be open to the public as follows:
- Mondays: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Tuesdays: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Wednesdays: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Thursdays: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Fridays: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
CWI will continue to offer various methods of service delivery. During business hours you can reach the College by phone at 208.562.3000. In addition, CWI will continue to accept documentation and questions by email at onestop@cwi.edu or by fax at 888.562.3216.
CWI Healthcare Job Fair - August 5
On Aug. 5, College of Western Idaho (CWI) Career Services is inviting students, alumni, and the community to discover employment opportunities at CWI's Healthcare Job Fair. This event will bring over 30 local health care employers to the College's campus to meet with job seekers.
Job seekers at the event will have the opportunity to learn about resources from CWI and Idaho Department of Labor that can help them land a career in health care.
Friday, Aug. 5
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
CWI Aspen Classroom Building, Room 102/104
6002 Birch Lane, Nampa – View Map
(NW corner of Idaho Center and Birch)
Why Attend?
- Employers all across the Treasure Valley will be there from hospitals to private facilities
- Opportunity to network with health care employers
- Gain valuable experience, FREE!
- Door prizes!
For more information on jobs available through CWI Career Services or to post an open position visit the CWI myCareerNetwork website.
Baker Receives July Faculty Award
Allison Baker, College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) Interim Program Chair for Nursing, has been selected as CWI’s July Faculty of Distinction.
Baker has taught for 12 years, including the last eight at CWI. She graduated from East Carolina University with a bachelor’s degree in Nursing and received her master’s degree from the University of Virginia. In August she will begin a doctoral program with Idaho State University. She was nominated by a student, who had the following to say:
“Professor Baker has been a steadfast advocate for the students in the program and has sacrificed time, energy and probably sanity to ensure that we are able to finish our program. She answers countless emails to each student and has demonstrated immense patience and grace in an extremely stressful situation. She is very well admired and respected by the nursing program's class of 2016 and we will certainly owe much of our success to her dedication and fortitude!”
In her spare time, Baker enjoys camping and fishing with her fiancé, and spending time with their children. Please congratulate Allison on being selected as CWI's Faculty of Distinction for July.
