Bert's Alerts - November 22, 2013
Weekly Spotlight
The end of 2013 is right around the corner, which means the College of Western Idaho (CWI) Marketing and Advancement department has started working on CWI’s annual highlight video. This project gives the College a chance to showcase the year’s achievements while wishing happy holidays to employees, students, and supporters. Seen here is Communication major, Matt Mudd, preparing for an interview on his participation in the Nampa political debates.
News Highlights
Help CWI Wish Happy Holidays
The College of Western Idaho (CWI) Marketing and Advancement department is inviting CWI employees and students to record a holiday greeting to be included in the College's annual year-end highlight video. The video gives the College a chance to showcase the year’s achievements while wishing happy holidays to employees, students, and supporters. A video team will be on campus, Dec. 3-4, capturing holiday greetings at four different locations:
Tuesday, December 3
Micron Center for Professional Technical Education – Main Lobby
10:30 a.m. – Noon
Ada County Center – Common Area (Coffee Shop)
1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 4
Canyon County Center – First Floor Lobby
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Nampa Campus Academic Building – Second Floor Common Area
1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Anyone interested in participating is welcome to stop by one of the locations during the designated time and record their holiday wishes. There will be Christmas props available and greetings can be recorded by individuals, departments, classes, programs, and clubs. Please direct any questions to communications@cwi.edu.
CWI Holiday Hours Updated Online
The holiday season is rapidly approaching and with that comes the opportunity for employees to enjoy time off during the College’s observed holidays. This month, all College of Western Idaho (CWI) campus locations will be closed on Nov. 28-29 in recognition of Thanksgiving. There will also be no classes for credit programs and Adult Basic Education, Nov. 25-30.
As a result of the Thanksgiving closure, Bert’s Alerts will not be sent on Nov. 29. The weekly employee newsletter will resume its regular schedule on Dec. 6.
Please reference the CWI 2013 Holiday Schedule online for details on the College’s holiday closures and hours of operation.
Student Clubs Organize Holiday Projects
College of Western Idaho (CWI) students are organizing several community service projects this holiday season to help give back to residents of the Treasure Valley. If you are interested in helping their causes, here are some of the projects being run by student clubs.
The Pound Puppy Christmas (Biology Club) - Gathering donated blankets and pet food for local animal shelters. Ada County Center, Canyon County Center, Nampa Campus Academic Building, Aspen Classroom Building, and Micron Center for Professional Technical Education.
Candy Cane Sales (Sociology Club) - Raising money for Miracle on Idaho Street. Ada County Center, Old Chicago Restaurant.
Winter Garden Aglow (Community Service Club) - Idaho Botanical Gardens.
Battle of the Campuses (ASCWI) - Ada County Center, Canyon County Center, Nampa Campus Academic Building, Aspen Classroom Building, and Micron Center for Professional Technical Education.
Giving Tree (Psychology Club) – Ada County Center, Canyon County Center, Nampa Campus Academic Building, Aspen Classroom Building, and Micron Center for Professional Technical Education.
Toys for Tots (Community Service Club, BPA) – Ada County Center.
Several of these projects will conclude by mid-December so there is no time to waste in getting involved. Please join in supporting all of CWI’s student clubs and organizations as they strive to help the community this holiday season. For more details on each of these events please visit cwi.edu/events.
CWI is Top Community College at Mahaffey Memorial
College of Western Idaho (CWI) Speech and Debate concluded a successful fall season, Nov. 15-17, with a strong showing at the Mahaffey Memorial, hosted by Linfield College in McMinnville, Ore. CWI placed first among community colleges, with 18 of 19 competitors breaking into final rounds.
Over 100 Volunteers Help CWI Rake Up Boise and Nampa
College of Western Idaho (CWI) made a very visible impact on the Treasure Valley last weekend, as over 100 employees and students joined forces on Saturday (Nov. 15) for the annual Rake Up Boise and Nampa events. CWI teams gathered leaves at seven houses while also providing pruning services from CWI Horticulture program faculty and students from the Horticulture Club.
The Rake Up Boise effort saw over 50 employees and students rally together to serve three homes. In Nampa, a group of 27 volunteers led by the Fun and Culture Committee partnered with students to rake leaves at 4 houses.
CWI Master Plan Update
CTA Architects/SRG was selected to complete Phase II of the College of Western Idaho (CWI) Campus Master Plan.
The State Permanent Building fund approved CWI’s request for funds to further work on the current master plan to address new priorities and reflect the growth and changes surrounding the College's Nampa Campus location. Idaho Division of Public Works is coordinating and administering all aspects of the project and included the City of Nampa and CWI on the interview committee who ultimately selected CTA/SRG as the contractor.
This will be CWI’s first experience with CTA. They have completed most of the master planning for College of Southern Idaho and most recently working on the Scentsy master plan and complex in Meridian.
Division of Public Works is in the process of finalizing the contract and will reach out to CWI to develop a schedule and identify participants from the College as we transition into the next phase. Timing will likely reflect a kick off when students return for the Spring semester. For more information on the RFQ results please visit the Division of Public Works website.
