CWI News—July 8, 2022
In the Spotlight
College of Western Idaho’s International Club took a trip this summer to the Minidoka National Historic Site to tour historic buildings where Japanese Americans were incarcerated during World War II. “The trip was experiential learning at its best, coupled with great conversation on the drive,” said Club Co-Advisor, Liz Fleshman.
News Highlights
New CWI Honors Program Now Accepting Applications
Maximize your educational experience and receive a $1,000 scholarship in College of Western Idaho's (CWI) new Honors Program. Applications for Fall 2022 are open now through Saturday, Aug. 13, to first time, full-time, degree-seeking students.
Students accepted into the Honors Program will have the opportunity to supplement their degree with diverse courses, work closely with honors designated faculty, hear from President Gordon Jones, connect with classmates who share similar goals, and participate in events each semester within the CWI community. Transfer partnerships between local and regional institutions are available, and students will receive intentional advising and mentoring from CWI faculty and staff. Students in the Honors Program will also be eligible for membership in the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and have the opportunity to engage in community service both within the CWI community as well as the Treasure Valley at large.
“We're delighted to welcome a diverse group of students into the Honors Program cohort and are excited to walk alongside them as they develop into life-long learners both in and outside of the classroom,” said Honors Program Coordinator, Michal Yadlin. “We're looking forward to the Honors students working to achieve their program degrees along with an opportunity to hone the skills that are vital in becoming active and curious global citizens.”
Apply by July 29 for free CWI swag! Visit the Honors Program page for more information including benefits, admissions requirements, scholarship opportunities, expectations, and more. Contact honorsprogram@cwi.edu with questions.
CWI Summer Movie Series Is Here!
College of Western Idaho (CWI) is excited to announce the launch of our summer movie series! Students and their guest(s) are invited to join us at Majestic Cinemas all summer long for free movies and snacks. Tickets sell out quickly, so be sure to claim yours as soon as they become available.
SUMMER 2022 MOVIE LINEUP:
Jurassic World: Dominion
The future of mankind hangs in the balance as humans and dinosaurs coexist following the destruction of Isla Nublar.
Friday, June 10 @ 5:30 p.m.
Tickets on sale NOW!
- Each CWI student can claim a ticket themselves and up to one (1) guest.
- Attendees will receive a free medium popcorn and drink.
Claim Tickets for Jurassic World: Dominion
Lightyear
Buzz Lightyear embarks on an intergalactic adventure with a group of ambitious recruits and his robot companion.
Saturday, June 18 @ 1:30 p.m.
Tickets go on sale June 4!
- Each CWI student can claim a ticket for themselves and up to three (3) guests.
- The first 40 children will receive a free Snack pack.
- The first 20 adults will receive a free medium popcorn and drink.
Thor: Love and Thunder
Thor attempts to find inner peace. He must return to action and recruit Valkyrie, Korg, and Jane Foster, who has become the Mighty Thor, to stop Gorr the God Butcher from eliminating all gods.
Thursday, July 7 @ 6 p.m.
Tickets go on sale June 23!
- Each CWI student can claim a ticket for themselves and up to one (1) guest.
- Attendees will receive a free medium popcorn and drink.
Claim Tickets for Thor: Love and Thunder
Where the Crawdads Sing
A woman who raised herself in the marshes of the deep South becomes a suspect in the murder of a man she was once involved with.
Friday, July 22 @ 6:30 p.m.
Tickets go on sale July 9!
- Each CWI student can claim a ticket for themselves and up to one (1) guest.
- Attendees will receive a free medium popcorn and drink.
Claim Tickets for Where the Crawdads Sing
Contact Amber Eubanks, Assistant Director of Student Engagement, at ambereubanks@cwi.edu with questions or to learn more.
Freedman Named Staff of the Month for May
Congratulations to Enrollment Counselor, Becca Freedman, College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) Staff of the Month for May 2022. Beginning her journey at CWI as a work study overseeing campus tours, Freedman was hired full-time in 2020.
“I was drawn to CWI because the staff was passionate about what CWI offered, she said. “They were willing to jump to help me get started and find the needed resources. I wanted to work here because I knew I could do that for others. I stand behind CWI and what we do for students, and I love sharing that message with others!”
Freedman graduated from CWI with an associate degree in Communication in 2020 and is currently finishing up her bachelor’s degree in Family Consumer Science at Idaho State University. She plans to eventually return to CWI to take three additional classes to add a degree in Media Arts to her list of accomplishments.
As an Enrollment Counselor, Freedman’s responsibilities include recruitment and outreach efforts in local high schools and the community; coordinating, guiding, and training others for tours; and advising and running the College’s Presidential Ambassadors program. The opportunity she has to be a part of students’ journeys is, in her opinion, the best part of her job.
“I recently met with a student working through the admissions process. She had no idea where to start or how to pay for school. Her fear and frustration were apparent. By the end of our conversation, she felt confident about what to do next. The best part is she applied for several scholarships to help her get through school debt-free. It was rewarding to watch her uncertainty turn into confidence as her excitement grew knowing I had a part in her story.”
“Becca works hard to help students feel welcome and excited to attend CWI,” said CWI student, Jaime Christensen. “She is full of energy and brings life and light everywhere she goes. I had the opportunity to work closely with her as a work study and felt she truly cared for me and my opinion. I loved working with her and seeing how positively she interacts with students while giving tours, visiting high schools, and answering questions. She is full of potential to bring CWI to new heights.”
An Idaho native, Freedman is the youngest of six children. Now married, she and her husband hope to start a family in the next few years. Outside of work, she loves being on stage and performing in and watching musical theater productions. She also coaches basketball and volleyball and enjoys running.
“Because of CWI, I have a husband, a degree, and a job! On a more serious note, because of CWI I am the person I am today. CWI has changed the trajectory of my life in the best way possible. Ask me about it sometime if you have a few minutes!”
Auction Items Needed for Annual Benefit Event
Do you own a business, have a service or hobby you can share, or know someone who does? We would love to connect with you!
The College of Western Idaho (CWI) Foundation is currently looking for auction items for this year’s Opening Doors Benefit Event, an annual event to raise money for student scholarships.
Past auction items have included gift baskets, vacation stays, gift certificates, art, sculptures, sporting event packages, adventure experiences, etc. Items created or donated by students, faculty, and staff are always a highlight and are a great way to show off the amazing talent and skills we have at the College.
Please spread the word about this exciting opportunity – we would love to see the entire CWI community involved! Donate today by contacting the CWI Foundation at foundation@cwi.edu or 208.562.3100. All donations must be received by Aug. 31, 2022.
