Bert's Alerts - June 6, 2014
In the Spotlight
College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) fall 2014 edition of Career Focus Magazine is hot off the press. The publication hit 100,000 Treasure Valley mailboxes June 6-9 and is also available to view online at cwidaho.mycareerfocus.org. This issue includes features on the Career and College Transfer Center, Dual Credit, Business programs, Student Success, and more. Please email communications@cwi.edu for printed copies.
News Highlights
College of Western Idaho Offering College Credit Proficiency Testing
The College of Western Idaho (CWI) has joined a limited group of testing and assessment centers in the Treasure Valley that are certified to offer College Level Examination Program (CLEP) services. The proficiency testing is available to CWI students as well as the public.
Since rolling out the testing service in late April, the College has already facilitated nine CLEP examinations, which resulted in approximately 104 college credits. Both CWI Testing and Assessment Centers, located at the Ada County Campus in Boise and the Micron Center for Professional Technical Education in Nampa, proctor the exams. Information on signing up for CLEP, including fees and registration steps, can be found at cwi.edu/assessment.
The CLEP exam is recognized by 2,900 colleges and universities nationwide. There are 33 available CLEP exams spanning five subject areas. Subjects include history and social sciences, composition and literature, science and mathematics, business, and world languages. For more information on CLEP visit clep.collegeboard.org.
CWI Anthropology Club Explores Oregon
In May, eight students from the College of Western Idaho (CWI) Anthropology Club took part in a four day Anthropology Treasures of Bend exploration trip to Bend, Ore. The students enjoyed a number of educational experiences, including:
- An extensive day-long tour of the High Desert Museum
- Tour of the Newberry National Volcanic Monument
- Various hikes including: crater lake, waterfalls, and the largest cave in Oregon
“We tackled as many sites as we could fit into our four-day trip and learned to work together as a group, as a team, to make the most out of each destination,” says club member, Sue Roberts. “It was wonderful to utilize the knowledge I have learned in the classroom, apply it to my environment, and to add it to my learning experience.”
Anthropology Club Advisor, Nikki Gorrell, attended the trip and shares, “this trip exceeded my expectations. The students were enthusiastic, engaged, willing to help contribute in any way and were very collaborative with one another.”
A portion of the funding for the trip came from a CWI Foundation mini-grant, which is supported by Employee Giving. The CWI Foundation and Advancement offices would like to thank everyone that has supported Employee Giving and helped make experiences like this possible for students. Anyone interested in joining the campaign please contact Morriah Marks at morriahmarks@cwi.edu or 208.562.3238.
CWI and Wyakin Warrior Foundation Sign Agreement
The College of Western Idaho (CWI) and Wyakin Warrior Foundation have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) marking a significant milestone in the organizations’ partnership. On May 17 CWI Executive Vice President of Instruction and Student Services, David Shellberg, met with Wyakin Warrior Foundation Executive Director, Todd Monroe, to sign the agreement.
“It is truly an exciting time for the Wyakin Warrior Foundation,” says Monroe. “Connections like this greatly enhance the service and offerings we provide to Warriors and prospective Warriors involved with our program. CWI is a highly regarded institution with a reputation for providing top-quality education, and outstanding career placement opportunities for students. We’re proud to be affiliated with CWI, and consider CWI a significant partner in enhancing the lives of wounded veterans who wish to further their education and careers.”
CWI has been a key partner with the Wyakin Warrior Foundation since its creation. This MOU is a formal recognition of the mutual duties and obligations in supporting Wyakin Warrior veterans attending CWI.
“A wyakin is a spiritual guide that advises and protects a person throughout life,” says Shellberg. “Through CWI’s partnership with the Wyakin Warriors Foundation, the College intends to help bring that spirit to our injured veterans to assist them in achieving their personal and professional goals. The College is not only honored to be educating our wounded veterans, we are also honored to be associated with the Wyakin Warrior Foundation.”
June Staff of the Month Goes to Marks
Congratulations Morriah Marks for being named College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) June Staff of the Month.
Marks started with CWI in February 2010 as an Administrative Assistant for Institutional Advancement. She is now a Project Manager II for Marketing and Advancement. Anyone who has met Marks remembers her smile and her outgoing attitude. Her commitment to CWI is also easy to see. Recently she could be found going office to office promoting the College’s Employee Giving Campaign. Marks serves on multiple committees including Staff Senate and the Fun and Culture Committee. With all that she does, she still finds time to learn new things and expand her knowledge. Marks is a great asset to CWI and brings something special to the College’s culture.
Marks has an Associate of Applied Science in Administrative Office from Boise State University’s Selland College of Applied Technology. She is currently attending CWI to obtain an associate degree in Business.
She grew up in Idaho with her husband of almost nine years, who is her best friend and favorite person to be around. Together they enjoy hiking, fishing, reading, watching movies, and being as active as possible with their two dogs. Her talents are endless, including solving the Rubik's cube in just one minute 11 seconds.
Congratulations Morriah, you are truly an asset to CWI and a wonderful colleague!
FCC Congratulates Final Bingo Winners
The College of Western Idaho (CWI) Fun and Culture Committee has announced the final seven winners from its game of Bert’s Alerts bingo, which ran throughout April and May. In total, 19 winners were awarded. Congratulations Cami Jeffries, Tammy David, Tracey Ode, JenRose Krueger, Steve Dean, Gary Brennan, and Michelle Jordan. Thanks to everyone who participated and made the game a great success.
